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Staff pay tribute to Lanarkshire’s most famous patient

As part of NHS Lanarkshire’s 70th Anniversary, staff at University Hospital Hairmyres paid tribute to their most famous patient George Orwell. In a new video, staff outlined how his time in Hairmyres shaped his dystopian masterpiece, 1984. George Orwell was admitted to Hairmyres Hospital on Christmas Eve 1947 where he was an inpatient for seven […]

With a Little Help from my Friends

We’re proud to support an exciting new project to celebrate the NHS’s 70th birthday on 5 July, and we’re encouraging all members and staff to get behind it too. NHS Voices is bringing together NHS staff and leading music artists to record a special cover of the iconic Beatles’ track With a Little Help from […]

Free carnival arts workshops

Free carnival arts workshops

As part of the Cultural Festival 2018 that accompanies North Lanarkshire Council’s sports programme, family groups (kids to parents and grandparents) are being invited to Summerlee Museum, Coatbridge 24-27 July to work with carnival artist Ariel Killick between 10am and 3pm.  Ariel has previously developed carnival parade experiences over a series of three events in […]

Scottish Health Awards – nominate now

Scottish Health Awards – nominate now

Do you know a healing hero? Nominate them for the Scottish Health Awards today. The awards recognise the extraordinary work of the people on the frontline of healthcare provided by the NHS. They reflect the amazing diversity of talent and showcase the dedication and commitment of NHS staff. There are 17 award categories: support worker, […]

Maggie's Lanarkshire free taster sessions

Maggie’s Lanarkshire free taster sessions

From July, Maggie’s Lanarkshire will offer free tasters of complimentary therapies to anyone affected by cancer, whether as a patient, carer or bereaved person. Therapist Gayna Meechan will offer a range of relaxing massage and facials using unscented oil or an uplifting file and polish for fingers or toes. Sessions will take place on the […]