A trainee Biomedical Scientist at Forth Valley Royal Hospital has been awarded the Rising Star Award in the Chief Scientific Officer National Awards 2024. The Rising Star Award aims to recognise individuals who are in their early career and who… read more →
Two new state-of-the art imaging machines, including one which is the first of its kind in Scotland, have been installed at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to help improve the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health conditions. The… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is encouraging the public to take up the offer of the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Anyone who hasn’t had two doses of the free MMR vaccine, as well as parents and carers of children, who… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is backing a national campaign which aims to raise awareness of the life-saving impact of living kidney donation. Living kidney donation plays a vital role in increasing donation and transplantation rates in Scotland, with a kidney from… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is encouraging everyone to look after their physical and mental health, echoing guidance from the Scottish Government’s Principal Medical Officer for Mental Health. Post-festive blues, cold dark nights and the arrival of unpaid credit card bills can… read more →
A new service, which aims to further improve outcomes for certain stroke patients who have experienced a blood clot in their brain, has been introduced in NHS Forth Valley. The thrombectomy service, which is being delivered in partnership with stroke… read more →
A new service has been launched to help people in Forth Valley affected by the long-term impact of Covid-19. The Forth Valley Long Covid Service provides a range of advice and specialist support to help people affected manage their symptoms… read more →
Women from Falkirk recently completed an inspirational programme designed to build their confidence, motivation, self-esteem as well as provide opportunities for volunteering, learning and employment. The THRIVE to Keep Well is a 16-week programme delivered and supported by a number… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is preparing for its toughest winter yet as health and social care services across the area continue to face very high levels of demand. As it heads into the festive period local people are being asked to… read more →
People across Forth Valley are being encouraged to plan ahead to help stay healthy over the festive period. The national ’Healthy Know How’ campaign encourages people to prepare for winter, provides tips on how to safely manage common winter illnesses… read more →
