Staff Reflect on Tough Times During Pandemic at Nurses Day Event
A book of reflections, gathered from staff across NHS Forth Valley during the Covid-19 pandemic, was handed over as part of local celebrations to mark International Nurses Day on 12th May 2023. It was...
View ArticleNominate Your Local Healthcare Heroes
Patients and members of the public across Forth Valley are being invited to nominate their local healthcare heroes for an NHS Forth Valley Staff Award. The 2023 awards aim to recognise the outstanding...
View ArticleBumper Finalists in RCN Scotland Nursing Awards
In the first ever RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards, NHS Forth Valley is top of the leader board for the highest number of finalists. Eight local staff, students and teams have been selected as...
View ArticleStaff Celebrate 6,730 Years of Helping Patients
More than 250 staff with a total of 6730 years of service between them have received Long Service Awards from NHS Forth Valley. They include NHS Forth Valley pharmacy technician Helen McCabe, who...
View ArticleEffort to Increase Capacity and Reduce Delays Across Health & Care Services
Efforts continue to free up capacity and reduce delays in local hospital, community and primary care services across Forth Valley. This includes the creation of a new dedicated entrance to the Urgent...
View ArticleKeynotes Bring Joy to FVRH
The Keynotes, an inclusive singing group supported by Key in Falkirk has enjoyed tremendous success since they first formed in March 2022. The group, which is largely made up of adults with learning...
View ArticleWelcoming our first International Physiotherapists
The first two physiotherapists from overseas recently arrived at Forth Valley Royal Hospital, bringing with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. They have been recruited, in partnership with NHS...
View ArticleQuicker Testing Introduced For Hepatitis C
A one-year pilot has been launched in NHS Forth Valley in a bid to diagnose and treat Hepatitis C much more speedily. The initiative, aimed at harder-to-reach groups, will bring finger-prick results...
View ArticleLast Chance to Get Covid-19 Spring Booster or First Doses
Local people who are eligible are being encouraged to take up the offer of a Covid-19 booster vaccination before the national spring booster programme ends on Friday 30th June 2023. The offer of first...
View ArticleSuccess at Nurse of the Year Awards
Nursing staff from across NHS Forth Valley have been recognised for their incredible care, leadership, support and innovation at the inaugural RCN Scotland Nurse of the Year Awards – scooping two...
View ArticleCouple Raise Funds for a Cuddle Cot in Memory of Their Daughter Penelope
A couple have raised more than £12,000 in memory of their baby daughter Penelope to help support other parents who have experienced the death of a baby. Staff at Forth Valley Royal Hospital supported...
View ArticleNew NHS Travel Vaccination Service Introduced
A new travel vaccination service has been introduced in NHS Forth Valley. Instead of having to make an appointment at a GP Practice for travel-related vaccines, most local people will now be able to...
View ArticleCelebrating 75 Years of the NHS
The NHS was created on 5th July 1948 and celebrates its 75th birthday on 5th July 2023. A number of events are taking place nationally and locally to help mark this major milestone, including special...
View ArticleNew Mini X-ray Machines Help Speed Up Surgery
Two advanced mini X-ray imaging machines are now being used in theatres at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to help reduce delays and free up radiographers to see more patients. The machines, known as Mini...
View ArticlePatients Benefit from Increase in Clinical Research Across Forth Valley
Local patients across Forth Valley are benefitting from access to a wide range of clinical trials following a significant increase in the number of research projects taking place. NHS Forth Valley’s...
View ArticleExcellent Report for Learning Disability Support
A service dedicated to providing housing support and care at home for people with learning disabilities has swept the board in every category in an unannounced inspection. Scoring straight 6s which...
View ArticleNew Garden Brings Fresh Air to Intensive Care
A garden area has been redesigned at Forth Valley Royal Hospital to provide a peaceful haven for staff and patients. The courtyard garden, located on the ground floor of the Women and Children’s Unit,...
View ArticleGrowing Old Competitively – New Exhibition Challenges Ageing Stereotypes
Visitors to Forth Valley Royal Hospital will notice a stunning new exhibition by photographer Alex Rotas which focuses on international athletes ranging in age from 60 to more than 90 plus, in addition...
View ArticleSupport For People Trying To Return To Work
A free service to support people to return to work after illness or help those who are struggling with ill health whilst at work is available in Forth Valley without having to be referred by a...
View ArticleMinister for Public Health Praises NHS Forth Valley’s Audiology Services
Jenni Minto, Minister of Public Health and Women’s Health, praised the work of NHS Forth Valley’s Audiology team during a recent visit to meet with local audiology staff, students and volunteers. She...
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