NHS Lanarkshire launches flu vaccine booking system

the diagnosis,” said Denise, who’s been with Andy for 18 years and married to him for eight. “For someone so fit and healthy, who’s worked since the age of 16, trying to fill his time is difficult.“Waiting for his eye operation, which was delayed by six months due to the pandemic, knocked his confidence.

missing Scots dad has sparked a re-appeal from police probing his disappearance. We told how Graham Hilton Brady was last seen by his family on the evening of Tuesday, December 1 at his home in Carluke, South Lanarkshire.

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserNew choir member Elizabeth Currie, a quality programme manager with the health board, added: “It’s definitely got us all in the Christmas spirit.“Being part of a virtual choir has provided wellbeing support to all members throughout the Covid-19 pandemic; and it’s been brilliant to meet everyone on screen and sing along to the music.“It was great to see and hear the finished work when it was completed and it’s lovely to feel part

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserThe five-part public health advice is to wear Face coverings, Avoid crowded places, Clean hands and surfaces regularly, maintain Two-metre distancing, and Self-isolate and book a test if displaying the coronavirus symptoms of a new continuous cough, fever, or loss or change to sense of smell or taste.

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First Minister visited the Western General in Edinburgh to hear how health bosses are preparing for the long-awaited covid vaccination programme. Frontline healthworkers will be the first people in Scotland to receive vaccines on Tuesday before the programme is rolled out across the country.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Lanarkshire’s roads were at a standstill this morning as heavy snow fell last night.Various routes throughout the county have been disrupted for motorists travelling this morning including the M74.The M74 is closed both ways between J14 and J15 due to adverse weather and route clearing.And South Lanarkshire Council say schools in Clydesdale will have a delayed start this morning, opening at 10am, due to

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser“The priority groups in the first phase are health and social care staff, care home staff and residents, and people over the age of 80 – these groups will be vaccinated between December and February.“NHS Lanarkshire has set up a tactical group to take forward the delivery of the local plan and will provide regular updates.”Ms Sturgeon said at First Minister’s Questions today that Scotland has 23 specialist freezers to maintain

direct to your inboxA booking system for Accident and Emergency departments across Greater Manchester is being slowly rolled out from this month as the NHS eyes up a major cultural shift in the way care is delivered.The plan - part of a wider national strategy - aims to direct people who do not need an ambulance away from A&E, by asking them to ring 111 before they attend.Officials say the move has been accelerated by the pandemic, including concerns about available A&E space due to infection

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge AdvertiserThe politicians said: “NHS staff in Lanarkshire have worked so hard to keep everyone safe during the pandemic and put their lives on the line to treat some of the sickest patients with the disease, and we’re delighted to see all their work and sacrifice being rewarded with this payment.”

link.“For those who may be concerned about going to get the flu vaccine, we can assure you that there will be strict infection and prevention control measures in place at delivery sites to protect you.“The vaccine is safe, and the best protection we have against flu. This year more than ever it is important that those invited for vaccination take up the offer to protect themselves, their family and, where possible, the NHS.

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser“Families, loved ones, friends and carers have been magnificent and it’s important they understand just how grateful we are for their assistance and compassion.”South Lanarkshire counterpart Val de Souza added: “The significant challenges since the onset of the pandemic led to both partnerships prioritising careat home services for the most vulnerable, and we’re hugely grateful for the support we have received from our

This means that, if you are eligible, you can contact NHS Lanarkshire directly to book your appointment. Dr Mark Russell, Associate Medical Director, Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire, said: “Since the start of this year’s flu programme we’ve held 1,183 clinics and vaccinated 174,574 people.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.NHS Lanarkshire is moving to a patient-driven booking system for anyone who hasn’t received an appointment for their flu vaccination.This means that, if you are eligible, you can contact NHS Lanarkshire directly to book your appointment.Dr Mark Russell, Associate Medical Director, Health and Social Care North Lanarkshire, said: “Since the start of this year’s flu programme we’ve held 1183 clinics and

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Coronavirus vaccines will be rolled out to people under 50 by January, dependent on the arrival of supplies, the Health Service Journal is reporting.It has seen leaked strategic documents which suggest the NHS plan for the vaccine roll out would see the whole adult population beginning to receive it before the end of January 2021.NHS England's draft Covid-19 vaccine deployment programme document shows when each cohort of the population will begin receiving it.The document is based on its plans

There is enough flu vaccine supply to vaccinate 30 million people throughout this year’s flu season in England, they say. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: "This winter is like no other, and we have to worry about the twin threats of flu and Covid-19.“COVID means getting a flu jab is more important than ever this year.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.The leader of South Lanarkshire Council says it’s disappointing but necessary that the area is moving into Tier 4 of Covid restrictions.John Ross reacted to the news of the local authority area going into the strictest lockdown rules from today.Mr Ross said: “I know that everyone will share my disappointment that it has been necessary to place Lanarkshire and other parts of Scotland in Level 4 of the Covid