Celebrations as second cohort of Assistant Practitioners graduate
Our second cohort of trainee Assistant Practitioners (tAPs) have graduated after a a joint celebration at New College Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire College recognising their hard work, dedication, and commitment to enhancing patient care. The group has...
Mum’s joy as our staff help her deliver her baby by c-section
A mum has told how she lifted her baby from her womb during a caesarean section in a remarkable procedure thought to be the first of its kind in Scotland. NHS Lanarkshire staff arranged for university lecturer Dr Leila El Alti to give birth to daughter Aurora by...
Ten new District Nurses join North Lanarkshire’s community services
North Lanarkshire has welcomed 10 new District Nurses dedicated to further strengthening services in the community. District Nurses play a vital role in supporting people to remain independent and well in their own homes and communities. They provide a wide range of...
Still Time To Get Your Flu Vaccination
There is not much more 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 protection against the virus...
Escape the Vape – New Instagram
NHS Lanarkshire’s Stop Smoking Team has created a new Instagram page to share information about vaping, particularly for young people. The page uses the ‘Escape the Vape’ branding and theme developed by art and design students at New College Lanarkshire and is aimed...
Turn 2026 into the year you quit smoking
As we kick-start 2026, NHS Lanarkshire is encouraging people considering quitting smoking to make this the year they stop – with free, tailored support available through its Quit Your Way service. While strong willpower is a great start, expert support can make...
NHS Lanarkshire highlights dental support available to residents this winter
NHS Lanarkshire is reminding people across Lanarkshire that dental services remain available throughout the winter period, encouraging residents not to delay looking after their oral health during a time of year when routines can be disrupted. Winter can bring...
Independent spirit helping Moira get back in the fast lane
Moira Gardner celebrated her 89th birthday in unforgettable style – taking her very first ride on a motorbike while visiting family in Australia. Now fast approaching her 91st birthday, Moira remains determined to make the most of every day. That same spirit is...
Locals urged to get their smear test
NHS Lanarkshire is urging everyone who is eligible to go for their potentially life-saving smear test. Cervical Cancer Prevention Week begins today, putting a spotlight on the importance of the test. Celia Briffa-Watt, NHS Lanarkshire Consultant in Public Health,...
