Charter mark sends positive message

Charter mark sends positive message

A team of NHS Lanarkshire staff, who raise awareness of sexual health, have been awarded an LGBT charter mark. The Blood Borne Virus (BBV) and sexual health promotion team were presented with the award which recognises services that provide a quality service to LGBT people. Carolyn Arthur, health improvement practitioner for NHS Lanarkshire, said: “I […]

Guardians aim to protect our health

Staff asked the public to make a personal pledge to help reduce the use of antibiotics by becoming an ‘antibiotic guardian’. The plea was part of European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) which fell on 18 November 2015. The annual event is used to help raise awareness about antibiotic overuse and the increase in antimicrobial resistance. […]

Save on Relaxing Escapes with NHS Staff Benefits

Save on Relaxing Escapes with NHS Staff Benefits

How do you keep spirits high in your house mid-January? It’s never easy – the post-Christmas comedown mixed with increasing need for your Winter thermals is enough to knock even the most enthusiastic amongst us off their stride. It helps to make some plans that you are excited about and can look forward to – […]

Kilbryde Hospice Coffee Mornings

Kilbryde Hospice, based in the grounds of Hairmyres Hospital, East Kilbride, will introduce coffee mornings on the second Monday of every month. The first coffee morning will take place on Monday 8 February from 11am to 1pm.  Home baking will be on offer as well as the chance to win an overnight stay at the […]

Red ribbons and flags show AIDS support

NHS Lanarkshire staff organised a host of events on December 1 2015 to promote World Aids day. The annual event is held to show support for people who have been affected or are living with HIV. As well as hundreds of red ribbons handed out and worn by NHS staff, red ribbon flags were displayed […]