Symptoms of malnutrition

The most common symptom of malnutrition is unplanned weight loss. If you lose 10 per cent of your body weight in the course of three months and are not dieting, it could be a sign that you are malnourished. Other symptoms include: lack of strength or energy to undertake routine activities, or poor physical performance […]

Good fridge guide - you are what you eat

Good fridge guide – you are what you eat

Instead of the ‘Good Food Guide’, The Pulse has written a good ‘fridge’ guide, to help everyone gauge whether or not their diet is as healthy as it could be… The contents of your fridge say a lot about your diet. While we all enjoy occasional treats, a healthy balanced diet means our fridge should contain the […]

Great escape - can you do it?

Great escape – can you do it?

We have teamed up with NHS Staff Benefits and Escape Glasgow, to offer two members of staff a great day out with their family or friends. Each prize is worth £66 and can be used for a team of up to five people. The challenge sees you and your team being locked up in a […]

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, […]