Scotland’s winter vaccination programme has started in NHS Forth Valley with a range of groups being offered the flu vaccination, including those aged 50 – 64, teachers and support staff. Invitations to book or attend an appointment have already been… read more →
Jenni Minto, Minister of Public Health and Women’s Health, praised the work of NHS Forth Valley’s Audiology team during a recent visit to meet with local audiology staff, students and volunteers. She also heard about the wide range of work… read more →
A free service to support people to return to work after illness or help those who are struggling with ill health whilst at work is available in Forth Valley without having to be referred by a healthcare professional. During the… read more →
Visitors to Forth Valley Royal Hospital will notice a stunning new exhibition by photographer Alex Rotas which focuses on international athletes ranging in age from 60 to more than 90 plus, in addition to a selection from her series of… read more →
A garden area has been redesigned at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to provide a peaceful haven for staff and patients. The courtyard garden, located on the ground floor of the Women and Children’s Unit, provides a pleasant and calming space… read more →
A service dedicated to providing housing support and care at home for people with learning disabilities has swept the board in every category in an unannounced inspection. Scoring straight 6s which equates to excellent, in every section appraised, is almost… read more →
Local patients across Forth Valley are benefitting from access to a wide range of clinical trials following a significant increase in the number of research projects taking place. NHS Forth Valley’s Clinical Research Team is currently supporting more than 100… read more →
Two advanced mini X-ray imaging machines are now being used in theatres at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to help reduce delays and free up radiographers to see more patients. The machines, known as Mini C-arms, allow surgeons to take their… read more →
The NHS, which was was created on 5th July 1948, celebrated its 75th birthday on 5th July 2023. A number of events took place nationally and locally to help mark this major milestone. These included special receptions at the Scottish… read more →
A new travel vaccination service has been introduced in NHS Forth Valley. Instead of having to make an appointment at a GP Practice for travel-related vaccines, most local people will now be able to attend a new travel vaccination clinic… read more →