East Lothian Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub
A hub is available for people in East Lothian Community Hospital to access information, advice and practical support about mental health and wellbeing. It aims to help people find out about the wide range of services that are available in the local community.
NHS Lothian Launches Striking Campaign to Stub Out Smoking on Hospital Sites
NHS Lothian has launched a striking new campaign to stub out smoking on hospital sites. Staff members across NHS Lothian hospitals have teamed up to urge patients, visitors and other members of staff not to light-up near hospitals. They aim to create a healthier environment for patients, visitors, and employees and help protect those most
Dad’s Gift of Life: Father Donates Kidney to Save His Son
A loving dad has given his son an amazing second chance by donating his kidney to save him from an incurable disease. James MacDonald, 57, gave his son the gift of life after Craig, 28, developed chronic kidney failure. The disease had reduced Craig’s kidney function by a staggering 92% and his mum, dad, older
Keeping it in the family – Mother and daughter NHS Lothian midwives share their birthing experiences this Mother’s Day
On Sunday, across the nation, families will celebrate the important role of mothers and mother figures. Within Lothian, this includes NHS midwives Lynn Brown and her daughter Carolyn. Both women have supported countless expectant and new mums in their roles, as well as both giving birth in Lothian. Ahead of Mothering Sunday, the mother and
Over 1,300 children and young people catch-up on their MMR vaccines in Lothian
NHS Lothian is offering MMR vaccines to children and young people under 25 who have yet to have one or two doses, amid rising numbers of measles cases across the UK and Europe. Public Health Scotland has confirmed there have been five cases of measles in Scotland since October 2023, all of which have been
Scottish Modern Apprenticeship Week
NHS Lothian offers several Apprenticeship opportunities every year in a variety of different specialities. Apprenticeships are a fantastic opportunity for anyone between the ages of 16-24 years old, or up to 29 years of age if you’re disabled or have care experience, to start your career within Healthcare. Daisy Tipton (25) started her modern apprenticeship
NHS Lothian Announces New Chief Executive
Caroline Hiscox has been appointed to the post of Chief Executive of NHS Lothian, a position she will take up later this year following the retirement of the Board’s current Chief Executive, Calum Campbell, after 40 years’ service in the NHS. With an exceptional career history in Nursing, Professor Hiscox has over 30 years’ experience
NHS Lothian commits to being anti-racist
NHS Lothian has officially launched its plan to tackle racism and reduce inequalities in health and at work. It is part of the health board’s duty to widen access to healthcare and ensure everyone in Lothian can live longer, healthier lives, regardless of their background or identity.
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