14 h. ago Patients face two year waits in NHS Lanarkshire than all of England combined

Labour's Joe Fagan said this week NHS England is "effectively eradicating" two year waits following targeted new investment by the Labour Government.

Science

15 h. ago NHS Lanarkshire opens hospital garden to support children and young people’s mental health

The health board’s Green Health Partnership (GHP) has teamed up with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) to create the relaxing garden.

Society

5 d. ago NHS GP dispels 'common myth' as frustrated patients complain of same issue

An NHS doctor has attempted to dispel a 'common myth' surrounding patients' frustrations over the inability make a GP appointment despite waiting rooms appearing 'empty'

Science

7 d. ago NHS Lanarkshire hosts Scots health and care leaders to strengthen urgent and unscheduled care collaboration

The national summit, co-hosted by the Centre for Sustainable Delivery (CfSD), brought together colleagues from NHS 24, the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) and health boards across the country.

Politics

8 d. ago NHS Lanarkshire urges people with respiratory disease to get flu vaccine

In the 2024/25 winter season, the health board saw some of the highest numbers of acute admissions for flu since before the pandemic.

Politics

9 d. ago Cauliflower risotto and sausages with squash and beans: Sophie Wyburd’s recipes for autumn warmers

Autumnal bliss is served: a casserole of sausages, beans and squash topped with breadcrumbs, and a cross between cauliflower cheese and risottoI am the scrooge who relishes the end of summer, and who welcomes the darker evenings with open arms. After patiently waiting for tomatoes and aubergines to be done with their performance, autumn brings its own bounty of vegetables back into play, with squash, cauliflower and dark, leafy greens being some of my favourites. They’re ideal for loading into comforting dishes to hunker down with, and lend even the most indulgent meals a bit of goodness. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago 'Dangerously long': Over half of patients waiting more than 12 hours in A&E

Waiting on corridors causes an increased likelihood of death

Science

1 week ago NHS hospital data tracker: Search tool reveals how many patients are waiting for treatment at YOUR trust, as well as A&E delays and ambulance response times

The Daily Mail's postcode search tool - hailed by NHS insiders and leading experts - utilises monthly performance figures to showcase how your hospital is faring.

Science

1 week ago Celebrity Traitors fans declare their winner after spotting star who will 'fly under the radar'

Fans of the BBC series are waiting patiently to find out who Alan Carr murdered

Politics

2 w. ago Painkiller prescribed to millions 'not that effective' for chronic pain

Doctors have previously warned that patients waiting months for NHS operations are taking the painkiller for dangerously long periods and finding themselves hooked.

Events

2 w. ago Popular opioid painkiller prescribed to tens of thousands every year 'not that effective' for easing chronic pain, scientists discover

Doctors have previously warned that patients waiting months for NHS operations are taking the painkiller for dangerously long periods and finding themselves hooked.

Events

2 w. ago Why Estevao’s last gasp winner for Chelsea against Liverpool has given Enzo Maresca a headache

ESTEVAO'S breakthrough winner against Liverpool has not only left Enzo Maresca with a touchline ban, but also a headache. Chelsea have patiently been waiting for their new star boy to have his own stellar moment, and it arrived in incredible fashion with his 95th minute strike to down the champions. There has been a year...

Society

2 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire launches new initiative taking active stance against racism

The health board’s first anti-racism plan aims to provide a safe and non-discriminatory environment for both staff and patients.

Events

2 w. ago Public invited to attend NHS Lanarkshire’s Annual Review, in person or online

Event, taking place on Tuesday, October 28, gives the community an opportunity to hear about a range of developments to improve health services locally.

Politics

2 w. ago Over 2600 NHS Forth Valley patients wait more than four hours for A&E and minor injuries treatment

Over 2600 NHS Forth Valley patients wait more than four hours for treatment

Events

2 w. ago New rules for GP surgeries in force from today – what the changes mean for you

The new rules for GP surgeries are being enforced from today, October 1, in a bid to cut waiting times and make it easier for patients to access their local practice

Politics

3 w. ago Scotland’s NHS app to launch next year with full rollout expected by 2030

Government papers who ‘national priority services’ will not be available on the app until 2028.

Politics

3 w. ago Wishaw residents invited to give their views on potential of new pharmacy

The Netherton Partnership would like to apply to NHS Lanarkshire to open a new pharmacy offering the full range of NHS pharmaceutical services.

Politics

3 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire urge 'at risk' people with heart conditions to get flu vaccine

Flu causes inflammation and puts extra stress on the heart and circulatory system which can lead to hospitalisation from heart-related problems.

Events

4 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire driving home message during Organ & Tissue Donation Week

People aged 16 and over are being encouraged to record their donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register – and to tell their loved ones, too.

Sport