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NHS Lanarkshire welcomes new Director of Dentistry
NHS Lanarkshire has welcomed the appointment of Geraldeen Irving as its new Director of Dentistry, strengthening leadership for dental services across the region. Geraldeen took up the role on 2 February 2026 and will provide strategic and clinical leadership across...
Local pharmacists urge the public to ‘think pharmacy first’ this winter
A Lanarkshire community pharmacist is encouraging people across the area to make their local pharmacy their first stop for advice and treatment this winter. Pharmacies can give fast, expert help for many common winter illnesses — such as coughs, colds, sore ears and...
Have your say on Women’s Services
NHS Lanarkshire has launched a survey to gather feedback from women and families on Community Midwifery, Maternity, Neonatal, Gynaecology and Women’s Health Services. These views will help shape future services and ensure they meet the needs of those who matter most....
Public appeal as behind-the-scenes film reveals 24/7 team keeping care flowing
As winter pressures intensify across the UK, NHS Lanarkshire is urging the public to access care through the correct channels. The reminder comes as the Health Board highlights the vital work of a multi-skilled team whose decisions help keep hospitals focused on...
Plans for new hospital go to Scottish Government for final approval
For our latest news story on the new University Hospital Monklands, see the article on the Monklands Replacement Project (MRP) website here: Plans for new hospital go to Scottish Government for final approval
Missed your school immunisation? Drop-in clinics available to help protect loved ones this festive season
Children and young people in Lanarkshire who have missed their routine school-based immunisations do not need to wait until the school immunisation team returns to their school. With an increase in flu cases among young people, NHS Lanarkshire is reminding parents and...
Collaborative approach to increase vaccine uptake in social care workforce
A collaborative approach is helping boost flu vaccination uptake among social care staff in Lanarkshire. By working together, local health and social care partners are making it easier than ever for staff to get protected and keep the people they care for safe this...
