The work of a NHS Forth Valley midwife has led to improved safety for women and their unborn babies.  Sister Midwife Debbie Forbes who works in the maternity department at Forth Valley Royal Hospital has developed new ways of regulating… read more →

Two schools in Clackmannanshire have received special awards this term for taking part in a programme which has given pupils a healthier lifestyle, increased confidence and resulted in better behaviour in the classroom. Tillicoultry Primary, and Abercromby Primary School in… read more →

The first Falkirk man to undergo Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening has described it as “No problem at all.” Alexander McIntosh – pictured here with radiographer Suzanne Brown at Falkirk Community Hospital -added:  “I was in good hands. I can’t… read more →

Two specialist stroke nurses  – Caroline McGhee and Amanda Smart – have been busy in Forth Valley Royal Hospital, helping people recognise the signs of stroke and how to react quickly. They set up an information stand in the hospital… read more →

“Very easy and quick” – that’s how Edwin Scott, the first patient in Clackmannanshire to undergo a new life-saving ultrasound scan for men, described the process. Mr Scott who lives in Devon Village, is pictured with sonographer Rhian Smalridge at… read more →

Twelve schools across Forth Valley are to get a special award this term for taking part in a programme which has given pupils a healthier lifestyle, increased confidence and resulted in better behaviour in the classroom. They’ll each be presented… read more →

The first patient in Forth Valley to undergo a new a new life-saving ultrasound scan for men has described the process as “Painless and very easy.” Clifford Deans, who was given the all clear for an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)… read more →

NHS Forth Valley is exploring the potential to introduce a new, more flexible transport service between Forth Valley Royal Hospital and Clackmannanshire. This potential new service could replace the existing H1 and H2 bus services with a more responsive transport… read more →

Men across Forth Valley are to be offered a new scan which could help save their lives thanks to the introduction of the first male-only national screening programme. The first appointment letters inviting men aged 65 to be scanned for… read more →

A stunning transformation of the popular woodland surrounding Forth Valley Royal Hospital has made it a perfect place to boost healthy lifestyles. The revitalised woodland and its new facilities were officially opened today (30th Sept) by Environment & Climate Change… read more →