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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 28m

Looking for breastfeeding support or want to chat to other mums about breastfeeding?

Weekly breastfeeding groups are running in Clackmannanshire and Stirling. They are FREE to attend, & our friendly Teams will be there to offer support and advice 💙

🔗 www.nhsforthvalley.com/breastfeeding

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 2h

Routine screening doesn’t stop you getting breast cancer, but it’s the best way to spot cancers at an early stage when they’re easier to treat. That’s why it’s important you attend your appointment when invited.

Find out if you’re eligible at nhsinform.scot/breastscreening

#BreastScreeningScot

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 22h

Some GP Practices will be closed Monday 13 October, however, a number of pharmacies are open.

Make sure you know where your nearest pharmacy is, and when it is open, on this bank holiday.

Find your nearest pharmacy at ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/infozone

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 23h

NHS Forth Valley’s Annual Review for 2024/25 takes place on Wednesday 19th November 2025 and you are invited to attend the public session from 13.30 - 14.30, either online or in person.

Visit www.nhsforthvalley.com/annualreview for more info, including details of how to attend

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 1d

We are recruiting! Find out more and apply today ⬇

🔹Pharmacy Technician - Prison Service apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...

🔹Admin & Clerical Officer, MSK Physio apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...

🔹Senior Mental Health Nurse - Prison Service apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetai...

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 1d

🎓 Huge congrats to Audiologists Louise McGarva & Melissa Gray on completing their BSc in Audiology!

👏 Louise earned top marks & a special award, while Mel boosted newborn screening with her Diagnostic ABR training

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 2d

Last winter, over 6,500 adults in Scotland were hospitalised with flu. That’s why it’s so important to get your flu vaccine when offered.

Find out if you’re eligible by visiting.

Check eligible by visiting nhsinform.scot/flu #FluHitsHarder

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 2d

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...

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 2d

Some GP Practices will be closed Monday 13 October, however, a number of pharmacies are open.

Make sure you know where your nearest pharmacy is, and when it is open, on this bank holiday.

Find your nearest pharmacy at ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/infozone

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 3d

Join our Macmillan one to one team for coffee, chat and a wee treat, tomorrow (Tuesday 7 October) between 13.30 - 15.30 at The Golden Lion, Stirling.

🔗 nhsforthvalley.com/events/

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 3d

Jaundice in newborns is common but spotting it early is vital—especially in babies with brown or black skin.

Check eyes, gums, palms & soles for yellowing. Unsure? Speak to your maternity team.

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#nhsfvmaternitymondays

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 6d

Our dedicated Young People's Sexual Health Service is here for anyone aged 19 and under living in the Forth Valley area for FREE and confidential sexual health information and advice including:

🔹STI testing and treatment
🔹Contraception
🔹Condoms

Visit centralsexualhealth.org/.../young-pe...

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ashleyjc90.bsky.social @ashleyjc90.bsky.social · 6d

Happy macmillan coffee morning, the ANP team are hosting in the ED seminar room for some cake and coffee @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social 💚🍰 ☕️

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 6d

It's #FeedbackFriday!

This week's comes via @CareOpinionScot for our Psychological Therapy Team. Well done to everyone involved #teamNHSFV 💙

www.careopinion.org.uk/1394967

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 6d

In Scotland, children and young people in primary and secondary school are being offered the flu vaccine. Given as a nasal spray, it’s quick, painless and feels like a tickle in their nose.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu

#WeeScoosh

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 7d

If you’re aged 50 to 70 and you’ve missed, skipped or forgotten about your breast screening appointment, you can contact your local breast screening centre to arrange a new appointment.

Find the contact details at nhsinform.scot/breastscreeningcentres

#BreastScreeningScot

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 7d

Screening remains one of the most effective ways to find cancer earlier. If you’re eligible for screening, don’t ignore your invite.

Find out more at getcheckedearly.org

#BeTheEarlyBird

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 8d

We are recruiting!

Find out more and apply today ⬇
nhsforthvalley.com/jobs

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 8d

Find out more about our about plans to prevent ill health, reduce inequalities and deliver better health outcomes for everyone in Forth Valley over the next ten years nhsforthvalley.com/strategy

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 12d

If you have a minor injury, call 111 free anytime day or night to be directed to the right service.

Make sure you know how to get the right care in the right place.

For more info, visit www.nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 13d

If cancer is found at an earlier stage, you could have more treatment options and better news to tell the family.

Read the stories of the real ‘early birds’ who are living well again after successful cancer treatment: getcheckedearly.org/real-stories

#BeTheEarlyBird

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 13d

It's #FeedbackFriday!

This week's comes via Care Opinion Scotland for our Maternity Team. Well done to everyone involved #teamNHSFV 💙

www.careopinion.org.uk/1392488

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 13d

Taking place from September 22 to 26, #ICONWeek2025 is dedicated to raising awareness about infant crying and how to manage it.

All babies cry, and it can feel really tough at times – but remember: babies cry, you can cope.

Read more at www.iconcope.org/iconweek2025

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NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 14d

In Scotland, children and young people in primary and secondary school are being offered the flu vaccine. Given as a nasal spray, it’s quick, painless and feels like a tickle in their nose.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/childflu

#WeeScoosh

NHS Forth Valley @nhsforthvalley.bsky.social · 14d

Do you live in the Clackmannanshire Council Falkirk Council or Stirling Council area and have a walking aid you no longer require?

♻️ Help us recycle, repair and re-use and return it to your local recycling centre ♻️

Find out more ➡ www.nhsforthvalley.com/returning-walking-aids

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