However, NHS Lanarkshire is going one step further by involving doctors and nurses too. Nicola Ruddy is a senior nurse and clinical adviser to the Monklands Hospital investment team. Nicola said: “It is important to ensure that, whether it is a new or refurbished healthcare project, it is as person-centred as possible. This means it […]

When Lesley-Anne Ewing went to her doctor complaining of cramps and stomach pains, she thought she might be suffering from a food allergy. Lesley-Anne, a pharmacy technician at Wishaw General Hospital, also toyed with the idea she could have irritable bowel syndrome. The last thing the 36-year-old from Rutherglen expected was to be diagnosed with […]

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. […]