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NHS Lanarkshire highlights dental support available to residents this winter
NHS Lanarkshire is reminding people across Lanarkshire that dental services remain available throughout the winter period, encouraging residents not to delay looking after their oral health during a time of year when routines can be disrupted. Winter can bring...
Study launched to cut children’s exposure to second-hand smoke
A new research study aiming to tackle the number of children breathing in second-hand smoke at home has launched in Lanarkshire and is recruiting participants to take part. The study, which is being led by researchers at the University of Stirling in partnership with...
Modern Apprenticeship Success
An event to celebrate the achievements of some of the young people who joined our Modern Apprenticeship Programme has heard stories of success, accomplishment and delight at securing full time posts with NHS Lanarkshire. The event also offered managers, who have...
Our Health Together
NHS Lanarkshire’s new healthcare strategy ‘Our Health Together - Living Our Best Lives in Lanarkshire’ has been given approval by Board members at our latest Board meeting. Board members also took the time to thank both the local community and our staff for their role...
Commitment to looking out for those doing the looking after
A significant commitment to supporting carers in South Lanarkshire has been endorsed. At its recent meeting, members of the Integration Joint Board (IJB) of South Lanarkshire supported a refreshed strategy for the future for unpaid carers. Having been co-designed by...
Online Summer Health Hub
NHS Lanarkshire is proud to announce the launch of its new online Summer Health Hub, designed to provide residents with essential health information and advice for the summer months. The hub offers guidance on a range of topics including insect bites, heat-related...
Navy nurse Amanda now shoring up the vanguard of primary care
This week we are running a series of special feature articles to mark Armed Forces Week. These stories are highlighting the positive contribution former members of the armed forces are making after taking up careers in health and care. Today, we meet Amanda Atkinson,...






