Hearing Loss and Dementia Ā« Audiology
In 2011 hearing loss was identified as a risk factor for dementia, with a higher risk of getting dementia with increasing severity of hearing loss [1][2]. There are several reasons as to why this could be the case [3][4][5]: Thereā¦ read more →
Work Placements Ā« Job Vacancies
There are many different routes which enable people to start a career within the NHS. In NHS Forth Valley we aim to offer a variety of opportunities. Some will help individuals make career choices by providing an insight into theā¦ read more →
Headache Advice Ā« Neurology
Regularity and consistency are key in maintaining the brainās happy medium, especially for individuals who experience migraine. If there is less consistency in a variety of lifestyle factors, you may be more susceptible to migraine attacks occurring. Realistically, some peopleā¦ read more →
Microbiology Ā« Services A to Z
Welcome to the NHS Forth Valley Microbiology Labs webpage. Here you can find out more about our service and the tests we offer. If you are unable to find the information you are looking for, please email fv.microbiology@nhs.scot. Microbiology isā¦ read more →
Pathology Ā« Services A to Z
Welcome to NHS Forth Valley Pathology Labs webpage. Here you can find out more about our service and the tests we offer. If you are unable to find the information you are looking for, please email fv.pathologyfvrh@nhs.scot. Pathology focuses onā¦ read more →
Childrenās Physiotherapy Ā« Children’s Services
Childrenās Physiotherapy Children under the age of 16 years can now see a Childrenās Physiotherapist without having to see their GP or Health Visitor first. A parent or legal guardian with parental responsibilities can fill in the request for assistanceā¦ read more →
Living Well at Home Ā« Carer Support
Hints and Tips for Living Well at Home with Dementia When a family member receives a diagnosis of dementia it can be overwhelming. However, it can also give a sense of relief, helping you and the person understand the changesā¦ read more →
Pregnancy-related Pelvic Girdle Pain Ā« Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Please call maternity triage on 01324 567098 (open 24 hours 7 days a week) if experiencing any of the following: Baby is moving less than usual or there is a change in the pattern of movements Vaginal bleeding Severe abdominalā¦ read more →
Coming Into & Leaving Hospital Ā« Forth Valley Royal Hospital
Coming Into Hospital When you first arrive at hospital to be admitted as an inpatient you will undergo an assessment and the team of staff looking after you will gather information from both you and your family and/or carer. Thisā¦ read more →
Project Planning & Management Ā« Quality Toolkit
Project start up Identifying the right people Facilitating improvement team meetings Project Planning Project start up Project start-up or initiation is the first phase of project management. This is where a business case/project charter is developed to establish why theā¦ read more →