People across Forth Valley are being encouraged to include health as part of their festive preparations so that seasonal illnesses can be managed well at home. It is hoped that by following the tips and advice in the ‘Healthy Know… read more →
Around 200 stroke patients in Forth Valley have benefitted from a range of services from the START team recently celebrated its first anniversary. These include being able to undergo rehabilitation at home, with the same expertise that they would receive… read more →
A fourth group of young people with additional support needs in the Falkirk area who are on the hunt to find a job with the help of DFN Project SEARCH – have graduated from their one-year internship programme. The DFN… read more →
Local drop-in vaccination clinics across Forth Valley have been extended to additional eligible groups to encourage people to boost their protection against Covid-19 and flu this winter. Anyone aged 65 or over and those aged 5-64 years at clinical risk… read more →
A specialist service which has given support to over 4,000 cancer patients and their families in Forth Valley is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Originally set up as a pilot project with funding from Macmillan Cancer Support, the Macmillan One to… read more →
The Forth Bike network is set to expand with two additional electric bike rental stations in Falkirk, thanks to a collaboration between Forth Environment Link, Sustrans and the NHS. The new e-bike stations will be located at Camelon Health Clinic… read more →
The work of a local team in NHS Forth Valley has been recognised at a prestigious national awards ceremony. Staff from the Trauma Informed Cervical Screening Team Project team were awarded the Care for Mental Award for their work to… read more →
Work to develop the new National Treatment Centre inpatient ward at Forth Valley Royal Hospital took another step forward this week with the arrival of the first building components. Around 48 large modular units, which make up the main building… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is encouraging adults aged 50 and over to book their winter vaccines to help protect themselves from COVID-19 and flu and ease pressure on the NHS this winter. Those aged 50 to 64 can book an appointment… read more →
An Acer Crimson King has been planted in the grounds of Forth Valley Royal Hospital as part of a living legacy to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The planting, by the Lord Lieutenant of Stirling… read more →
