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For all media enquiries contact the NHS Lanarkshire Communications Department by emailing media@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk. Please note this media box is only monitored Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
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For media enquiries out of hours, including the bank holidays, please call the switchboard on 01236 748748 and ask for the on duty press officer.
Baby Loss Awareness Week activities and events
Baby Loss Awareness Week encourages everyone in the baby loss community, and beyond, to come together to remember and commemorate our much loved and missed babies. This year NHS Lanarkshire's three acute hospital sites will be lit up pink and blue from Thursday 9 to...
Transformational approach to unscheduled care
As hospitals across the UK face well-publicised winter pressures, NHS Lanarkshire is calling on the public to access care through the right channels – and lean on the expertise of a multi-skilled team, working behind-the-scenes to provide support at the most...
Harvey lets the good times “Rolls” into his 100th year
Harvey Littlejohn has a life story as impressive as a Rolls-Royce engine and is still going strong at 99 years old, proving that the long and winding road of life can be as smooth as it is rewarding with the right care and attitude. The combination of a range of...
Musical midwives meet Michelle McManus
NHS Lanarkshire’s dedicated maternity team is spreading festive joy with their latest heart-warming Christmas song, “Freezy the Snow Queen”. Joining the team in this special performance is Michelle McManus, celebrated singer and broadcaster. The song is set to the...
New Head of Health and Social Care for South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership is delighted to confirm the appointment of Paul O’Neill as Head of Health and Social Care. Following a highly competitive interview process, Paul formally started in his new role on Monday 9 December...
Stay Safe and Steady: NHS Lanarkshire’s Winter Advice to Prevent Falls
NHS Lanarkshire is urging the public to take extra care during the winter months as icy conditions, shorter daylight hours, and cold weather can significantly increase the risk of falls and injuries. Falls are one of the leading causes of hospital visits in winter,...
Plan Ahead – Check GP and Pharmacy Hours for the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, NHS Lanarkshire is urging residents to plan ahead by checking the opening hours for GP practices and local pharmacies. With some GP practices offering additional winter hours during the holiday period, residents can take proactive...
