An exciting course has been revived through the Forth Valley University College NHS Partnership to help local people SWAP careers and enter into nursing. The Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) Access to Nursing course has returned to Forth Valley College… read more →
Health charity ASH Scotland is urging Forth Valley residents to consider giving up smoking this No Smoking Day (Wednesday 8 March 2023) to benefit their health, wellbeing and personal finances. The charity’s ‘Quit and Win’ campaign is highlighting that giving… read more →
A community-led food growing project using renewable energy is to be developed by the University of Stirling and Clackmannanshire Council. The Living Lab will transform derelict land next to Alloa’s Forthbank Recycling Centre, with work scheduled to begin in… read more →
Local sports clubs, charities, businesses, community venues, groups and representatives from across Forth Valley have committed to help reduce the harm from smoking by supporting Scotland’s Charter for a Tobacco-free Generation by 2034. During a local community event timed to… read more →
Positive discussions are underway to explore the development of a new NHS dental practice in Callander to support local NHS patients from Callander and the surrounding area. The Infinity Blu Dental Care and Implant Clinic, which is located on the… read more →
Mental Health Project Benefits Health and Care Students at Forth Valley College Funding from the NHS has seen a ‘Mental Health Matters’ project become a huge success at Forth Valley College. In partnership with Falkirk and District Association for Mental… read more →
Patients with minor injuries are being encouraged to attend local Minor Injuries Units (MIUs) to access faster healthcare advice and treatment. There is a dedicated MIU at Stirling Health and Care Village and a minor injuries service at Forth Valley… read more →
Three new courses to lay the foundations for a career in the health and care sector, are recruiting now at Forth Valley College. The innovative short courses are some of the first to be offered through the Forth Valley University… read more →
Patients and members of the public across Forth Valley are being invited to have their say on any changes and improvements they would like to see at Forth Valley Royal Hospital. A Public Participation Group is to meet for the… read more →
Nursing is a rewarding profession that opens doors to a wide range of roles in caring for others and promoting health and wellbeing. However, contrary to popular belief, it is also a profession which can be accessed through many different… read more →