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,...
Launch of Our PHIL Web Pages
This week we launched our Public Health Information Lanarkshire (PHIL) web pages, the aim of which is to enable better evidence-based decision making to improve population health in Lanarkshire. With an abundance of data available online, it can be hard to find...
Alcohol explained – new informative video
The Alcohol, Cannabis, and Vaping team, within NHS Lanarkshire’s Health Improvement department, has worked on a new, short video to explain and raise further awareness of the harms and effects of alcohol. As many people may choose to reduce or stop drinking during Dry...
Carluke couple donate Cuddle Cot
A remarkable couple from Carluke have donated a Cuddle Cot to the Emergency Department at University Hospital Wishaw in memory of their baby boy, Braylon. Tragically, Braylon died from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) at just five weeks old. He was unresponsive at...
New Head of Transformation and Performance for South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership is delighted to confirm the appointment of Claire Kavanagh as Head of Transformation and Performance. Following a highly competitive interview process, Claire will formally start her new role on Monday 2...
