‘Don’t let your protection fade’ is the message being given in a new TV, radio and digital campaign from the Scottish Government urging those eligible for winter vaccines to come forward when invited. Evidence shows that COVID-19 vaccine protection fades… read more →
The fight against blood borne viruses (BBVs) is being stepped up in Forth Valley with the appointment of a specialist community nurse and increased outreach services, including visits to Salvation Army premises and homeless units. The drive is part of… read more →
Many GP practices across Forth Valley will be closed on Monday 10 October 2022 for a public holiday. You can call NHS 24 on 111 day or night if you need advice for an injury or require urgent healthcare advice.… read more →
An ambitious landmark partnership between the University of Stirling, Forth Valley College and NHS Forth Valley has launched today – with the mission to improve patient care and treatments, and boost health research and staff learning across the region. The… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is increasing capacity and investing in additional staff to help reduce pressure on local health services as part of wider preparations for winter. The plans, which have been developed in collaboration with local staff and partners, were… read more →
A Forth Valley man, who has been waiting several years for a kidney transplant, has urged people not to be frightened about donating a kidney. 51-year-old Peter Donaldson, who undergoes dialysis three times a week at Forth Valley Royal Hospital,… read more →
Appointment letters for winter vaccines, inviting those aged 5 and over who are at higher risk of Covid-19 or flu, are being sent out across Forth Valley over the next five weeks. This includes those with certain underlying health conditions… read more →
GP practices across Forth Valley will be closed for the additional public holiday on Monday 19th September and reopen on Tuesday 20th September 2022. A number of local pharmacies, dental practices and opticians will also be closed and people are… read more →
A new nationwide ban on smoking outside hospitals comes into force today (Monday 5th September 2022). The new legislation means anyone found lighting up within fifteen metres of a hospital building could face a fixed penalty notice of £50 or… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is encouraging parents and carers of children aged 2 to 5 to ensure their child is vaccinated against flu ahead of winter. Appointment letters are now arriving at homes inviting children aged 2 to 5 who are… read more →