NHS Lothian asks patients to bring their medicines to hospital with them
People across Lothian are being asked to bring their medicines with them to hospital, whether it’s for an overnight stay or an outpatient appointment.
NHS Lothian among first in Scotland to launch targeted blood test for pre-eclampsia risk in pregnant women
NHS Lothian has launched a specialised blood test for pregnant women identified as being at increased risk of pre-eclampsia, making it one of the pioneering health boards in Scotland to offer this advanced diagnostic tool.
Veterans First Point service to be reduced
NHS Lothian has taken the difficult decision to withdraw joint funding from a service that provides support to veterans in Lothian, following a stark financial review.
The big move begins as Eye Pavilion closes for 6 months
Migration of services from Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion (PAEP) gets underway as the building closes its doors for six months to allow urgent repair work to be carried out. Services are being moved to five locations within NHS Lothian.
Black History Month – Pedetin Femi-Olekanma, Clinical Skills Facilitator
This Black History Month, we’re highlighting just a few of our valued colleagues from our Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities. We recently spoke with Pedetin Femi-Olekanma, Clinical Skills Facilitator, who shared her experiences working at NHS Lothian.
Black History Month – Basil Ndikom, Specialist Biomedical Scientist
For Black History Month, we’re shining a light on a couple of our colleagues from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities. We caught up with Basil Ndikom, Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Western General Hospital (WGH), who’s shared his experience working for NHS Lothian.
NHS Lothian outlines key moves for Eye Pavilion Services
Letters for new eye clinic appointments will begin “landing on doorsteps” in Lothian in two weeks’ time.
The Royal Hospital for Children and Young People Featured in Popular Children’s Series “Operation Ouch!”
The Royal Hospital for Children and Young People was recently showcased in the hit CBBC children’s television series, “Operation Ouch!”.
Who has given their Heart & Soul?
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