Congratulations go to Stephen Simpson, medical records, University Hospital Monklands, and Heather Elliott, secretary to Stewart Marshall, Hamilton service manager, Michael Taylor, community mental health service manager and Doreen Buttery, operational service manager, Udston Hospital, who were the winners of the May 2021 Pulse competition. Stephen and Heather’s correct entries win them each a £149 Itison voucher.
On winning, Stephen said: “I’ve been entering competitions for a long time and this is the first time I’ve ever won anything substantial. It was awesome to have won – I think the excitement really got to me.
“It’s my son’s birthday in June so I might try and get a night away as a birthday treat – may even treat the fiancée to a spa day – there’s so much choice.
“The new online Pulse is better than the paper copy as it’s more up-to-date and easy to navigate. Meeting the team from the NHS families and reading their stories is part of the Pulse I like reading the most.”
Heather said: “I was reading through the Pulse items and thought why not. I don’t usually enter competitions as I am not very lucky, but I suppose if you don’t try you won’t succeed. It was a real surprise and I am over the moon.
“As a family, we missed out on some special birthdays during lockdown so I think this will go towards a nice meal for us all in a posh restaurant.
“I think Pulse online is really informative and it’s great to have regular updates on what is happening across Lanarkshire. My favourite part is the ‘For You’ section. It’s good to read about people’s achievements through this difficult time.”
