Full of Beans – Fun, Healthy Ideas for Families
Full of Beans, NHS Lanarkshire’s Healthy Lifestyle and Weight Management’s (LWMS) enjoyable and engaging programme is welcoming families from across Lanarkshire, to come along and take part in enjoyable activities while learning handy and easy tips on healthy topics....
Hamilton Care at Home recognised for exceptional care
South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership’s Hamilton Care at Home Service is celebrating a remarkable transformation following its latest inspection by the Care Inspectorate, underscoring what can be achieved through an ongoing dedication to...
Highlighting our sustainability successes
A new report details the steps we’re taking to tackle climate change and meet environmental challenges. NHS Lanarkshire’s Climate Emergency and Sustainability Annual Report for 2023/24 shows a host of successes. “It’s been another great year for us in terms of...
New Executive Nurse Director Takes Up Post
Trudi Marshall, who has been at the heart of driving forward the new interface directorate, has taken on a new role as Executive Nurse Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs). Trudi has already stepped into the role and is excited for the...
Specialist optician network puts focus on fast emergency care for eye problems
People who have eye problems this winter are being asked to visit a special network of optometrists for assessment and treatment. The Lanarkshire Eye-health Network Service (LENS) provides an alternative to visiting the pharmacist or busy GP practices and hospital...
Graphic design students create new vaping campaign
The Quit Your Way team within NHS Lanarkshire partnered with art and design students at New College Lanarkshire to create a new, eye-catching awareness campaign. Named ‘Escape the Vape’, the campaign is aimed at children and young people, encouraging them to avoid...
Staff engagement key ahead of cutting-edge eTriage launch
A programme of intensive staff engagement is being carried out ahead of the introduction of a cutting-edge system designed to streamline Emergency Department (ED) waiting times. eTriage enables patients to check in digitally upon arrival, capturing vital information...
Dental double for Caroline
Caroline Hyland has stepped into two exciting new General Dental Service roles. Caroline is one of only two general dental practitioners to become a Scottish Dental Clinical Leadership Fellow for this year. The prestigious development opportunity is run by NHS...
Sustainability interns find we have perfect environment to learn and contribute
We’re saying a fond farewell to our four sustainability interns, who’ve been helping us achieve our environmental ambitions. Aatikah Ahmad, Abigail Freel, Kayla McCandlish and Christabel Oketona have been with NHS Lanarkshire since October and are leaving at the end...
