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Advocacy Plan delivers 31% funding increase for North Lanarkshire residents
Advocacy services in North Lanarkshire have received a huge boost with a 31% increase in funding for the next five years. North Lanarkshire’s Integration Joint Board (IJB) this week approved the Lanarkshire Advocacy Plan 2025–2030. As a result, investment in advocacy...
NHS Lanarkshire encourages people to take care of their wellbeing this winter
While the first month of 2024 is now over, it can still be a difficult time for many. NHS Lanarkshire is encouraging everyone to look after their physical and mental health, echoing guidance from the Scottish Government’s Principal Medical Officer for Mental Health....
Children and Young People Mental Health Directory of Services and Resources launched
A new directory dedicated to mental health services and resources developed specially for and with children and young people across Lanarkshire is now live. Developed by University Health & Social Care North Lanarkshire, the directory is a result of extensive...
First for foot care
With winter being the busiest time for the health service, it is good to know the quickest way to access the care you need. For foot issues, people can contact the NHS Lanarkshire podiatry hub directly - without the need for a doctor's referral. Nicola Smith, NHS...
Shingles Vaccination Programme
Local people who are eligible have started to receive appointments for their shingles vaccine. Shingles is an infection of a nerve and the skin around it. It’s caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which also causes chickenpox. Those eligible for the vaccine include...
Look after yourself this new year
As the new year unfolds, NHS Lanarkshire is encouraging local residents to prioritise their health and wellbeing by understanding the healthcare options available to them. Throughout the remainder of the winter season, the online Winter Health Hub will continue to...
Lanarkshire Mind Matters Offers Online Support to Ease January Blues
As January brings a fresh start to the year, it's common to feel a bit blue. Lanarkshire Mind Matters, a comprehensive online resource developed by NHS Lanarkshire’s Psychological Services, is ready to support Lanarkshire residents with mental health information,...
