Archive | July, 2015
Spotlight on six books challenge

Spotlight on six books challenge

Libraries across Lanarkshire are becoming more popular than ever as the ‘six books challenge’ gets into full swing. The challenge sees participants pick six books to read over a six month period. All books read are recorded in the participants reading diary and those who complete the challenge will be entered into a prize draw. […]

2015 Scottish Health Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2015 Scottish Health Awards. The awards provide an ideal opportunity to have members of staff recognised for their outstanding contribution to healthcare in Scotland. There are 16 award categories including the Nurse Award, Volunteers Award, Top Team Award and the renowned Doctors Award. The awards are open to anyone, […]

BBC One daytime game show 'The Edge' needs you

BBC One daytime game show ‘The Edge’ needs you

BBC’s daytime game show ‘The Edge’ is back for a second series. We’re looking for people who know their general knowledge, have great competitive spirit and want to try their hand at a fun game that anyone can play! If you are over 18 and think that you can beat others in a game of […]

Colleagues gathered to bid farewell to Anne Bartie

Colleagues gathered to bid farewell to Anne Bartie

Colleagues gathered to bid farewell to treatment room nurse Anne Bartie who retired in May after 18 years service. Anne, who was based at Strathaven Health Centre, joined NHS Lanarkshire in 1974 when she undertook her nursing training at Stonehouse Hospital. After qualifying in 1977, Anne joined the ophthalmology unit and, after having her family, […]

Martha McMaster retires after a remarkable 43 years service

Martha McMaster retires after a remarkable 43 years service

After a remarkable 43 years service, deputy charge nurse Martha McMaster retired in May. Martha, who was based within the emergency room at Wishaw General Hospital, began her career with NHS Lanarkshire on 5 January 1972 when she underwent her nursing training at Law Hospital. After qualifying in April 1975, Martha joined the accident and […]