A mobile testing centre for Covid-19 is to be set up in two villages near Stirling after a number of people in the Fallin and Cowie areas tested positive for coronavirus. There is evidence of spread in the local community and infections have also affected schools.… read more →
Patients in Forth Valley hospitals are being invited to pick up their brushes and paint, courtesy of a free Creative Art Bag provided by the charity Artlink Central. The bags include art materials, such as colours, brushes and different types… read more →
The UK Government has today [Saturday 10 October], opened a new walk-through coronavirus testing centre at The Engine Shed in Stirling. Located in the city centre, the site is easily accessible for people without a car. The new facility is… read more →
NHS Forth Valley’s Test and Protect Team is carrying out Covid-19 contact tracing after a number of people who have visited the two pubs –- both in Grahams Road – have tested positive for coronavirus. If you have been identified… read more →
With more than 130,000 people across Forth Valley being eligible for a flu vaccine this year our flu helpline has been very busy and we are sorry if you have experienced any difficulties getting through. To help address this we… read more →
St John Scotland has launched a new transport service to help dialysis patients across the Forth Valley. The service, run by volunteers and provided free to patients, will help those living with chronic kidney disease who must undergo dialysis at… read more →
Charity Forth Environment Link is set to launch a free roadside bike repair service for NHS key workers to encourage them to keep on cycling to work during the coronavirus pandemic. The Bike Medic scheme responds to a surge in… read more →
Healthcare professionals at Forth Valley hospitals are urging patients with diabetes and endocrine conditions to take part in telephone and video consultations for outpatient appointments, rather than attending for face-to-face checks. The arrival of Covid-19 has led to a major… read more →
Flu vaccinations are beginning in Forth Valley, with the first taking place in Bo’ness on Monday 28th September followed by the Falkirk area. This year, due to Covid-19, a very different approach is being taken to maintain physical distancing and… read more →
People in Forth Valley are being urged to download the new Protect Scotland app to suppress the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The free app, available now on Apple and Google stores, will enhance existing Test and Protect contact tracing measures,… read more →
