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Chief Executive praises staff after first week in post
NHS Lanarkshire’s new Chief Executive, Louise Long MBE, has completed her first week in post. Louise spent time visiting frontline health and care services and meeting with the staff delivering those services in both primary and secondary care settings. Reflecting on...
Lanarkshire Mind Matters launches new self-referral programme to tackle mental health impact of money worries
A new self-referral programme aimed at addressing the pressing issue of money worries amid the current financial challenges has been launched by Lanarkshire Mind Matters. Lanarkshire Mind Matters is a website run by NHS Lanarkshire Psychological Services with an aim...
Phone first for faster treatment
To avoid long waiting times in A&E, phone 111 first. By doing so, Lanarkshire residents can be treated quicker and could be given priority at a minor injuries unit. Dr Gordon McNeish, NHS Lanarkshire Associate Medical Director for Unscheduled Care, said: “Our Flow...
Spring Sniffles? No Worries! Pharmacy First’s Got You Covered in Lanarkshire!
As springtime ushers in warmer weather, it also brings along its fair share of seasonal allergies and ailments, leaving many residents seeking relief. To help them through the struggle, Lanarkshire residents can continue to rely on the Pharmacy First service, offering...
Director of Public Health Annual Report 2023
This week saw the publication of NHS Lanarkshire’s Director of Public Health annual report for 2023, which focuses on the theme of Anchor organisations.  Anchor organisations are typically large local employers that can have a strong and positive influence on the...
Prioritise your Mental Health this Easter with Lanarkshire Mind Matters
With Easter just around the corner, it's important to prioritise your mental health amidst the festivities. The season can bring about various stressors including financial strain and social expectations. Recognising the significance of mental wellbeing during such...
Plans supported to protect the most vulnerable in face of £33 million funding gap
Health and social care leaders have agreed a suite of proposals as they continue to negotiate a profoundly challenging financial outlook. South Lanarkshire’s Integration Joint Board (IJB) members, at a meeting yesterday, reaffirmed that the wellbeing and safety of...
