Oral Health Of Children Showing Major Improvements
The percentage of children across Lanarkshire with no obvious dental decay is showing significant improvements – and it is all thanks to the sustained care and attention of children, parents and staff. The National Dental Inspection Programme (NDIP) is carried out...
Successful programme demonstrates how to help parents back into workforce
Our Demonstrator Programme has put the focus on parents aged 18 and over, supporting them to re-enter the workforce or upskilling within the NHS. Reflecting the Scottish Government’s No-One Left Behind agenda, with a focus on tackling child poverty and our commitment...
Winter Ready: Let Your Local Pharmacy Be Your First Stop for Health Advice
When winter illnesses strike, your local pharmacy is ready to help with expert advice and treatments for minor health concerns. From colds and sore throats to aches and pains, Lanarkshire’s community pharmacies offer quick, professional support, with no appointment...
Still Time to Get Your Flu Vaccine
As we approach the festive period, there is still time for health and social care staff to get their flu vaccination to protect themselves and those around them including patients and their families. The flu vaccine is offered every year to provide the best possible...
Choose the Right Care This Winter: NHS Lanarkshire’s Guide to Healthcare Options
As the weather gets colder, NHS Lanarkshire is supporting local residents to choose the right care for their health needs this winter. By using the most appropriate healthcare services available, residents can receive quicker treatment in the most appropriate...
Event boosts strategic approach to frailty care
Our frailty strategy was the centre of focus at a busy event last week. The meeting, the NHS Lanarkshire Strategy for Preventing and Managing Frailty: One Year On, had two main purposes, explained Hazel Gilmour, NMAPH Frailty Consultant. Hazel said: “The first was to...
ReSPECT Campaign
ReSPECT, which stands for Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment, is a two-way discussion that takes place between the patient and a member of our healthcare staff. ReSPECT captures the discussion of the patient’s wishes and recommendations for care...
Staff winter vaccinations
Frontline health and social care staff can still book their winter vaccine appointment at: https://www.nhsinform.scot/winter-vaccines/ Frontline health and social care workers are eligible for both the flu and Covid-19 vaccines and it’s important to get vaccinated...
Trauma Tree – celebrating sustainability and innovation
The grounds of University Hospital Wishaw (UHW) has a special new addition – the Trauma Tree. Planted by Mr Oliver Bailey, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Jillian Duddy, Trauma Liaison Nurse, and Mr Stephen Grant, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, the Trauma Tree...
