1 hour ago Care workers to strike for first time in decade over pay and 'years of broken promises'

Unison said it is a response to “years of broken promises and delays by the Scottish Government to reform and fund social care properly".

Economics

7 h. ago MSP slams Scottish Government’s “broken promise” to eradicate delayed discharge in NHS Lanarkshire.

Meghan Gallacher's call comes after new statistics from Public Health Scotland showed that over 60,000 bed days were lost in March alone because of so-called bed-blocking across Scotland’s hospitals.

Politics

10 h. ago NHS Lanarkshire launches initiative encouraging hairdressers and beauty salons to sign up to Breastfeeding Friendly Scotland Scheme

The project aims to create welcoming environments where new mothers can breastfeed comfortably and confidently while enjoying well-deserved self-care.

Politics

34 h. ago New NHS Lanarkshire Chief Executive praises staff after first week in post

Louise Long spent time visiting frontline health and care services and meeting with the staff delivering those services in both primary and secondary care settings.

Politics

6 d. ago NHS Lanarkshire highlights garden projects to mark Green Health Week

Staff from the health board's grounds and biodiversity team are working with patients on garden improvements at a number of healthcare centres.

Politics

8 d. ago NHS Lanarkshire encouraging hay fever sufferers to head straight for pharmacy rather than your GP

There is no need to wait for a GP appointment - a box of effective hay fever tablets (antihistamines) can cost as little as 79p and work just as well as those prescribed by a doctor.

Politics

1 week ago Lanarkshire MSP slams Scottish Government’s “sustained neglect” of police stations

Graham Simpson’s comments come after the Scottish Conservatives uncovered that over 300 police stations across Scotland currently require repairs.

Politics

1 week ago NHS Lanarkshire 'sorry' after patient visited A&E five times before cancer diagnosis

The patient's partner made a complaint to the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman which was upheld.

Science

2 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire backing Scots new national suicide prevention public awareness campaign

The initiative went live on the same day the Suicide Prevention Scotland's new website was launched.

Events

3 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire’s new eTriage system to begin with digital check

While the kiosks are now in place, they will not be operational until the end of the month, as the health board goes through a period of rigorous testing and staff training

Politics

4 w. ago Public urged to use NHS Lanarkshire’s Minor Injury Units for non

People are encouraged to phone 111 before attending a Minor Injury Unit. Those who do will be given priority over those who walk-in - resulting in quicker treatment.

Events

4 w. ago Scots Health Secretary Neil Gray praises staff during visit to NHS Lanarkshire’s Flow Navigation Centre Plus

Mr Gray, who is also MSP for Airdrie & Shotts, recently visited the FNC+ hub in Bothwell to mark the launch of the Scottish Government’s Operational Improvement Plan.

Society