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Public invited to attend NHS Lothian’s Annual Review
NHS Lothian is encouraging the public to attend the Health Board’s Annual Review, which is being held on Friday 30 October
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Dedicated NHS Lothian Staff and Teams Recognised for Outstanding Contributions
Healthcare professionals, support staff, volunteers and teams who go above and beyond to make a difference were honoured at NHS Lothian’s Celebrating Success Awards 2026.
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Interim Chair arrangements
Professor John Connaghan CBE, Chair of NHS Lothian, has been appointed to serve as Interim Chair of NHS Grampian for a period of around six months.
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Temporary closure of two of NHS Lothian’s specialist vascular procedure labs
Remedial work is underway following a water leak at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
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NHS Lothian prepares for Festival throngs
“We want everyone visiting Edinburgh during the Festivals to enjoy their time here, but if they become unwell or suffer an urgent injury, the best thing to do is call NHS 24 on 111. They should not turn up at a hospital.”
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Routine blood-borne virus testing to start at NHS Lothian’s Emergency Departments
The testing – which is safe, confidential and optional – will be provided to Emergency Department patients aged 16 and over who are assessed at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh from 4 August, and at St Johns Hospital in Livingston from 1 September.
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Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month: Unity in Diversity
This South Asian Heritage Month, we sat down with our colleagues to learn about what they enjoy most about working at NHS Lothian, the values they have in common with their colleagues, the food that remind them of home, and the traditions that help them stay connected to their culture – embracing this year’s theme ‘Unity in diversity’.
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Impact on Travel and Pharmacy Access Following Princes Street Fire
Patients and visitors are advised of ongoing travel disruption and the temporary closure of a Boots Pharmacy following the major fire on Princes Street, while investigations and structural safety works continue.
Who has given their Heart & Soul?
Our Celebrating Success Awards allow us to put our staff centre-stage and give them the recognition they deserve.
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Exceptional Service
NHS Lothian staff are being honoured for their outstanding response to the COVID-19 pandemic and their exceptional service to the people of Lothian and beyond.
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