NHS Lanarkshire launches drop-in vaccine clinics for 16 and 17-year-olds

iOS - Android There are over 90,000 people living with dementia in Scotland, and Fosters want to ensure their team have the knowledge and skills to provide the best possible service to every family or individual who visits their Lanarkshire funeral home. Jackie Wilson from the firm told Lanarkshire Live : “The training was very insightful and engaging.

Covid-19 infection were mostly mild or moderate, a study has suggested. Researchers in Bristol looked at 27 children whose parents recorded any side effects after the jab.Adverse reactions were either mild or moderate in all of the young people, except one who had "severe fatigue and severe discomfort combined with increased agitation".

iOS - Android One concerned Bothwell resident told Lanarkshire Live : "My tap water has been running brown, on and off, for around week now. "I've had to source bottled water from the shops as I don't my children to drink from the tap.

on its website that 18-to-24-year-olds would be granted free entry (along with a locker), while other patrons would be offered single-day memberships of $38 for a locker, $46 for a small private room, and $50 for a large private room.Each paid membership lasts six hours, with visitors permitted to purchase an additional six hours, with a total 12-hour limit.Plans for allowing visitors to purchase longer-term memberships, or how to deal with people who had purchased longer-term memberships prior

Maggie’s Lanarkshire in Airdrie. They will be waved off by Maggie’s supporter Sir Boyd Tunnock, the chairman of the Lanarkshire confectionery firm; and the convoy’s day-one route will be across the Queensferry Crossing to Fife, ahead of Monday’s parades and racing at Knockhill.

iOS - Android So far more than 1.4m people and 4000 schools have taken part in games across the UK and beyond, with evidence showing the programme helps adults and children become more active.Since it was created by GP Dr William Bird, the game has been played in more than 120 locations in the UK and beyond.Children use a fob which will be provided by participating primary schools, and adults can pick up a free card from one of the distribution points listed on the www.beatthestreet.me/northlan

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iOS - Android NHS Lanarkshire’s local clinics in Bellshill, Coatbridge, Cumbernauld, Hamilton, Lanark, Rutherglen and Stonehouse, will continue to open on their respective days from from 8.15am to 5.15pm; while a session will run at St Nicholas church hall in Lanark from 1pm to 9pm next Thursday, August 26.

iOS - Android Hodgkin's lymphoma is an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system, which is a network of vessels and glands spread throughout your body.Ashleigh knew she would have to fight the disease so she could see her new baby grow up. She told Lanarkshire Live : "I gave birth to Grace in the September and immediately knew something wasn't right, I kept finding lumps.

iOS - Android Chief Superintendent Alan Waddell told Lanarkshire Live: “The danger involved in illegal use of off-road motorcycles and quad bikes on public footpaths, parks and roads is something we are not willing to tolerate.“We will deploy the motorcycles in problematic areas and target those who are placing the community in danger, which in turn will address our commitment to tackling the issues local people are telling us about.“My message is clear – do not use motorcycles or quads

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorCelebrity chef Matthew Kenney is expanding his plant-based culinary empire to meal delivery. XFood is a collaboration between Kenney and e-commerce company PlantX, of which he is culinary chief officer.“Our goal is to always reach as many people with plant-based options as possible,” says Kenney, who launched the first of his many vegan restaurants almost 30 years ago.

iOS - Android Locals also reported seeing a young bull on the loose in Greenhall Park.A farmer was also seen trying to round up the escapees and get them back to their field.However, police were eventually called to assist in moo-ving the animals along.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 8.25pm on Tuesday, August 10, officers were called to a report of cows loose on Bardykes Road, Blantyre.

iOS - Android He was one of three full time appointments confirmed today.Professor Alison Strath has been confirmed as the Scottish Government’s new Chief Pharmaceutical Officer (CPO), while Professors Nicola Steedman was also appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO).The DCMOs support and deputise for the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and work closely with the Chief Scientist (Health), a number of doctors within the Civil Service seconded from the NHS, and administrative colleagues.The Chief

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coronavirus vaccine before the schools return from summer holidays next week. 16 and 17-year-olds are now eligible for the covid jab after being granted permission by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) last week.

Covid vaccine clinics have opened for the country’s teens today. People aged 16 and 17 will now be able to get their first coronavirus jag at all clinics on the mainland that offers the Pfizer vaccine.

iOS - Android Scottish Conservatives MSP Meghan Gallacher said: “As we continue to ease restrictions, it is welcome to see more employees in Central Scotland returning to work.“Ever since the pandemic began, the UK Government have stepped up to protect vital jobs and livelihoods in Central Scotland through the furlough scheme and that will continue until the end of September.“The crisis has shown the economic strength of the United Kingdom.

iOS - Android Get Walking Lanarkshire co-ordinator Paula Hubens told Lanarkshire Live : “As restrictions ease further and we head into the peak summer months, now is the best time to join your local health walk.

iOS - Android Anyone aged 18 and over who is seeking a vaccination can drop-in (no appointment needed) for a first or second dose ( as long as eight weeks since first dose).For details of all drop-in clinics, head online.The testing team will also be on hand to help with enrolment into the universal testing scheme and will give out testing kits to take away.More information on testing is also online.**Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.

iOS - Android And she has urged Humza Yousaf to urgently work with frontline staff in Lanarkshire to guarantee patients will be seen as quickly as possible. Ms Gallacher told Lanarkshire Live : “Mr Yousaf needs to wake up and face the reality of what is happening on the frontline in Lanarkshire.