Come on Board

Do you want to make a difference to the health of the people of Forth Valley? We are currently recruiting three new non-executive Board members.

Find out more here ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/non-exec-roles

How well do you know your bone health?

Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can affect bone strength and increase the risk of osteoporosis. Understanding your risk can help you take steps to protect your bones for the future.

Take the Bone Health Checker👉 theros.org.uk/risk-checker/

Our SAS Vaccination Mobile Unit will be at a number of locations in Forth Valley for those eligible for Flu, Covid-19, RSV, Pneumococcal & Shingles.

➡️ For more information including dates, locations and times, visit: nhsforthvalley.com/seasonal-vaccination

Puddle & Play group is taking place at Alloa Family Centre every Wednesday.

🎈sensory play,
🎈fine motor play,
🎈free play
🎈story time,
🎈arts and crafts

🔗 nhsforthvalley.com/event

Outsmart your anxiety! Daylight is a free app for people living in Scotland. It teaches you helpful exercises to control your anxiety.

Try it out by going to onboarding.trydaylight.com/daylight/wel...

Pregnant women are more at risk of becoming seriously ill from flu. If you're offered the flu vaccine, you've got a reason to get it.

For more information and to book an appointment visit nhsinform.scot/flu

#FluHitsHarder

If you’re experiencing dental problems your local Dental Practice should be the first place you contact.

Visit www.nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone to find out what to do when your dental practice is closed or you are not registered with a dental practice.

NHS Forth Valley is expanding its Hospital at Home services, enabling more local people to receive safe, specialist, hospital-level care in their own homes.

To read more ⬇
nhsforthvalley.com/hospital-at-home-services-expands-to-support-more-patients/

Looking to learn ways to deal with common problems like anxiety, low self-confidence, poor sleep and panic?

Then book on to the Step on Stress programme. It's free and open to anyone aged over 16 living or working in Forth Valley.

For more info and to book visit www.bookwhen.com/fvstress

We are recruiting. Check out all our vacancies and apply at nhsforthvalley.com/jobs

#WorkWednesday

Your plan for discharge starts when you arrive in hospital. You can talk to your medical team to ensure you return home as soon as you're medically ready to.

More at nhsinform.scot/home-first

#HomeFirst #RightCareRightPlace #HomeFirstRecovery

One dose isn’t enough to provide protection. Your second dose must be given at least 28 days after the first dose and then protection develops about two weeks after the second dose.

Find your local drop-in clinic at nhsforthvalley.com/menb

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople

Pharmacies in Forth Valley offer free consultations and treatment for many common conditions, including coughs, UTIs, conjunctivitis, diarrhoea, indigestion & emergency contraception. Some pharmacists can also prescribe free medication for infections.

Find out more👉 www.nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

GP Practices across Forth Valley will be closed on Monday 12 October 2026.

A number of local pharmacies will be open. Opening times are available here ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

You can call NHS 24 on 111 day or night if you need advice for an injury or require urgent healthcare advice.

October is Menopause Awareness Month 🍂

We're working with Falkirk Fitness to highlight the importance of bone health during perimenopause and menopause. Eating well, staying active and building strength can help keep your bones and muscles healthy.

🔗 nhsinform.scot/menopause

It's #FeedbackFriday!

This week's come via Care Opinion for our Hospital at Home team. Well done to everyone involved #teamNHSFV 💙

www.careopinion.org.uk/1471079

Struggling with sleep? You’re not alone.

Support is available to help you improve your sleep and feel better.

Learn more 👉 sleepio.com/nhs

Eligible for the MenB vaccine? Don't miss your chance to get protected.

We're running MenB drop-in clinics this week, making it easy to get vaccinated with no appointment needed.

Find out more on our website: nhsforthvalley.com/MenB

Staff from NHS Forth Valley’s Cancer and Physiotherapy Teams pulled on their running shoes to take part in a Maggie’s 5K Chase, raising money for Maggie’s Forth Valley and supporting a charity that plays a vital role in the lives of local people affected by cancer.

To read more ⬇
shorturl.at/jNS7Z

We are recruiting! Find out more and apply today ⬇

🔹Clinical Support Worker shorturl.at/5M0Dh

🔹Mechanical Maintenance Craftsperson shorturl.at/vZWDL

🔹Community Registered Nurse shorturl.at/P5s4T

🔹Senior Registered Nurse - Prison Service shorturl.at/F0odd