People in Forth Valley can now get expert advice and treatment for minor illnesses and common conditions by visiting one of the area’s 75 community pharmacies. The new free service, NHS Pharmacy First Scotland, is available to anyone and a… read more →
People across Forth Valley now have the opportunity to sign up for information on new COVID-19 vaccine trials. The new UK-wide NHS COVID-19 vaccine research registry, which is being and is being developed by the UK Government’s Vaccine Taskforce, will… read more →
Patients with Covid-19 who were cared for in Ward A31 at Forth Valley Royal Hospital are being recognised and remembered through a new Tree of Life mural which has been installed as a backdrop on one of the full-length windows… read more →
Extra support has been provided by NHS Forth Valley for those struggling with mental health issues during the Covid-19 pandemic. This has included a new service which offers people up to three telephone or video appointments with a healthcare professional… read more →
This year’s Scottish Health Awards 2020 have been launched and the website is now live. There are 16 categories to choose from so if you know a team or individual who deserves to be recognised for their work during this… read more →
Greater use of telephone and video consultations is to continue at GP practices throughout Forth Valley. Some suspended services are also being gradually re-introduced in practices in line with national guidance, as part of the Scottish Government’s move into phase… read more →
Working in partnership with two Scottish charities, NHS Forth Valley is urging people to get tested and end new HIV transmissions. HIV Self-Test Scotland is a new HIV self-testing service, offering people a free, quick, and easy way to find… read more →
People across Forth Valley who need emergency or essential eye care may now be able to see an optometrist in person as opticians are able to re-open from today (29th June). The move sees the closure of the Emergency Eye… read more →
The first steps are being taken towards restarting a range of local health services which were postponed when the NHS services across Scotland were placed on an emergency footing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the last few months… read more →
Hospital patients across Forth Valley are now able to receive a personally-painted pebble which fits snugly into the hand, bearing a message on one side from a loved one, family or friend. The stones are designed to be a comfort… read more →
