NHSGGC’s new electronic prescribing system tots up one million doses
The old-fashioned hand-written hospital drug chart has been used for decades – but now NHSGGC has introduced a new electronic prescribing system fit for the…
Growing stronger every day – one mum’s breastfeeding journey
A young mum from Dumbarton has told how glad she is to be breastfeeding her daughter, despite a rocky start when she was born. Nancy…
Professor Tara – my patients won’t let it go to my head
An intensive care specialist from Glasgow Royal Infirmary, who has just been promoted to Professor, is reflecting on the last year and how she has…
It’s time to nominate in the NHSGGC Excellence Awards
At the beginning of last year when the COVID-19 pandemic struck NHSGGC had to put a hold on its annual staff Excellence Awards. In the…
IRH nurse prepares to say goodbye after 38 years
One of Inverclyde Royal’s longest serving members of staff will retire later this month, after almost 40 years in the job there. Steven McDowall (58),…
Nurse who vaccinated the First Minister reflects on pandemic experience
A West Dunbartonshire nurse, who found herself in the limelight when she vaccinated the First Minister, has been reflecting on her pandemic experience. The day…
Transplant boy returns to school after ‘the best summer of his life’
A seven year old boy from Larkhall, who had a kidney transplant in lockdown, is back at his desk today (Monday) after the ‘best summer…
Spinal patient Craig reunited with nurses who helped save his life
A 20 year old man who was paralysed in a road accident, has been reunited with the nurses and staff who gave him a reason…
Former Health Centre site sold
The former Greenock Health Centre site has been sold by NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, allowing the land to be redeveloped – potentially for housing. The sale was concluded…
Parents turn to new Royal Hospital for Children app for trusted care advice
Parents and carers who are worried about their child’s health can now access a wealth of information via an app, developed by experts at the…