Two senior healthcare staff have been recognised by the University of Stirling for their contribution to the development of new training programmes, research and innovation. NHS Forth Valley’s Director of Allied Health Professions, Pauline Beirne has been appointed as an… read more →
Women from Falkirk recently completed an inspirational programme designed to build their confidence, motivation, self-esteem as well as provide opportunities for volunteering, learning and employment. The THRIVE to Keep Well is a 16-week programme delivered and supported by a number… read more →
NHS Forth Valley is preparing for its toughest winter yet as health and social care services across the area continue to face very high levels of demand. As it heads into the festive period local people are being asked to… read more →
An NHS Forth Valley Breast Surgeon has been appointed as an Honorary Professor by the University of Stirling in recognition of her contribution to the work of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport. Juliette Murray, who is also NHS… read more →
People across Forth Valley are being encouraged to plan ahead to help stay healthy over the festive period. The national ’Healthy Know How’ campaign encourages people to prepare for winter, provides tips on how to safely manage common winter illnesses… read more →
A number of GP Practice and Community Hospitals buildings across Forth Valley are set for a green boost as part of wider plans to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and support the delivery of the Board’s net-zero targets. Almost… read more →
A nurse from Larbert is among a group of 24 extraordinary community nurses and midwives to have been awarded the prestigious title of Queen’s Nurse. Chloe Richardson, a Community Learning Disability Charge Nurse at NHS Forth Valley, was selected earlier… read more →
A new specialist heart clinic is being piloted at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in a bid to improve treatment of a cardiac condition which mainly affects women. The clinic aims to improve treatment for patients with a condition called Spontaneous… read more →
The Annual Review of NHS Forth Valley’s performance for 2022/23 took place yesterday (20th November 2023) at the Board’s headquarters in Stirling. The event was hosted by the Cabinet Secretary for NHS Recovery, Health and Social Care, Michael Matheson MSP,… read more →
Efforts are intensifying to free up capacity across local health and care services ahead of the challenging winter period. During this time there will be intensive and coordinated efforts to support more people living at home or in local care… read more →
