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 →
‘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 →
