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Let's talk medicines

Let’s talk medicines

Let’s talk medicines – How can we make significant improvements in our prescribing in Lanarkshire? Is a prescription always the answer? NHS Lanarkshire is launching an improvement programme and will embark on a campaign to improve the quality of prescribing practice by promoting the safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. We are looking to […]

Look at our boys now!

Look at our boys now!

Twin boys Lewis and Logan were born prematurely at 25 weeks last year. Mum Lynn said: “The last 12 months has been a rollercoaster, no one thought they would make it so they were both baptised on the night they were born. “I wanted to call them Ant and Dec as am a big fan. […]

Funding announced for breast cancer research

Funding announced for breast cancer research

Health Secretary Shona Robison visited the Lanarkshire Beatson to announce funding of £450,000 to support Scottish-led breast cancer research. During her visit to Scotland’s newest radiotherapy centre, Ms Robison toured the facilities and met patients and staff. Ms Robison said: “We are committed to providing the best possible care for those with cancer. This includes […]

Dedicated staff recognised by new awards scheme

Dedicated staff recognised by new awards scheme

The nomination period for the NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards has now closed. The awards team now have the mammoth task of examining over 300 nominations to identify which ones should progress to the next stage. The awards will see staff from across NHS Lanarkshire being recognised for the inspirational work that they do. Patients, visitors […]

Positive staff survey results informing improvement plans

The latest staff survey results show that NHS Lanarkshire staff are happy to go the ‘extra mile’ at work (91 per cent of respondents). Staff also reported being clear what their duties and responsibilities are (87 per cent) and having confidence and trust in their direct line manager (83 per cent). A total of 4,184 […]