Public asked to share views on development of public areas and green space Members of the public, local residents and community groups are being encouraged to attend a local information and engagement event to find out more about the new… read more →
People with underlying health conditions in Forth Valley are being urged to get the free flu vaccine. The call comes after statistics highlighting that 54%[i] of at risk people in Forth Valley are yet to have the vaccine. As well… read more →
Emergency staff from across Scotland have been taking part in a trauma course at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, believed to be the first of its kind in the country. Fifteen participants from five Health Boards spent the day battling to… read more →
People with flu like symptoms are being advised to try manage the condition at home following a sharp increase in the number of people attending GP practices and the Emergency Department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital seeking treatment for colds… read more →
Following an increase in levels of influenza across Scotland, NHS Forth Valley is asking people who have symptoms of a respiratory illness not to visit the area’s hospitals until their symptoms have disappeared. Dr Jennifer Champion, NHS Forth Valley Consultant… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is gearing up to cope with extra demands over the festive season and is urging the public to make use of local GP, pharmacy and minor injuries services to avoid putting extra pressure on the Emergency Department… read more →
A landmark trial funded by Diabetes UK, which includes several GP practices in Forth Valley, suggests it is possible to put Type 2 diabetes into remission using an intensive weight management programme called Counterweight plus delivered entirely in primary care.… read more →
Families and friends who have lost a loved one are being invited to a service of remembrance in the Spiritual Care department in Forth Valley Royal Hospital, on Monday 18th December 2017 at 7.00pm. The service will offer a gentle… read more →
A local nurse is among a group of 20 to have been awarded the title of Queen’s Nurse, marking the first time the honour has been made in Scotland for almost 50 years. Joan Gracie, who works as Team Leader… read more →
Keeping warm and cosy, these youngsters are well-wrapped up to face the winter chills. Heather, Hollie and Zack were snuggled up at Callandar House in Falkirk to promote the launch of NHS Forth Valley’s winter health campaign. The ‘Be Health-Wise… read more →
