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 →
A couple have raised more than £12,000 in memory of their baby daughter Penelope to help support other parents who have experienced the death of a baby. Staff at Forth Valley Royal Hospital supported Melissa and Ryan Hooper by offering… read more →
Nursing staff from across NHS Forth Valley have been recognised for their incredible care, leadership, support and innovation at the inaugural RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards – scooping two overall winners and five runners up awards. NHS Forth… read more →
Local people who are eligible are being encouraged to take up the offer of a Covid-19 booster vaccination before the national spring booster programme ends on Friday 30th June 2023. The offer of first and second doses of Covid-19 vaccine… read more →
A one-year pilot has been launched in NHS Forth Valley in a bid to diagnose and treat Hepatitis C much more speedily. The initiative, aimed at harder-to-reach groups, will bring finger-prick results within an hour or so rather than waiting… read more →
The first two physiotherapists from overseas recently arrived at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, bringing with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. They have been recruited, in partnership with NHS Professionals, as part of a Scottish Government initiative to increase… read more →
The Keynotes, an inclusive singing group supported by Key in Falkirk has enjoyed tremendous success since they first formed in March 2022. The group, which is largely made up of adults with learning disabilities, came about as a response to… read more →
