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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 13h

We are thrilled to announce the opening of the new Staff Wellbeing Courtyard at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh! This beautifully reimagined space is designed to support staff wellbeing by bringing nature closer to the workplace.
Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/mPZl50X8wXo

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liminaltimes @liminaltimes.bsky.social · 1d

‘Edinburgh: Four Seasons in One Day’. Outdoor photography exhibition by Dr Pete Wands, GP at Morningside Medical Practice. Presented by Tonic Arts/ @nhslothcharity.bsky.social Four seasonal displays in the grounds of the Astley Ainslie Hospital. This one is ‘Autumn - Mood and Transition’. #Edinburgh

Board with photographs at the Astley Ainslie Hospital, Edinburgh.

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 1d

🌟 Run for a reason. Honour loved ones 🌟
In May 2025, Bethany ran the Edinburgh Marathon Festival, raising over £800 for us! Feeling inspired? Sign up today 👉 https://ow.ly/LYCG50X7Onf

NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 2d

Introducing ‘Remember A Life Loved’ – our new online in-memory pages.
Create a space to honour someone special, share memories, and fundraise in their memory
Find out more 👉 ow.ly/isc850X76pe
#InMemory #RememberALifeLoved

NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 5d

Feeling lucky this festive season? Sign up for our Christmas Staff Lottery and you could win £2,000 or one of 25 other prizes!
Don’t miss out sign up by 1st Nov 👉 ow.ly/8kMr50X6bG7

NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 6d

Last night we held a Celebration for Breast Cancer Research Advancements! We got the chance to see behind the scenes and into the laboratories along with hearing from some amazing speakers! Thank you to all who joined us for this event!
#BreastCancerAwareness

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 7d

Celebrate Climate Week! Apply for our Climate Challenge Grants (up to £5,000) to improve biodiversity, energy efficiency & more! 🌳
👉 ow.ly/M29C50X4nvI #ClimateChange #GreenHealth

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 8d

🌼 Wildflowers on the NHS Estate: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Join us to explore the challenges & opportunities of biodiverse hospital grounds. 🌿
📍Attend online or in person at Western General Hospital
Find out more & sign up 👉https://ow.ly/6SSP50X4mTJ #greenhealth

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 12d

🚶‍♂️ 30 patients, families & staff walked the #EdinburghKiltwalk as the #TransplantTrekkers, raising over £10,000 for NHS Lothian Charity. Led by Senior Charge Nurse Sam, they showed what’s possible after transplant. Read the story 👉https://ow.ly/KkUS50X2UqY #OrganDonationWeek

Celebrating Life and Gratitude: RIE Transplant Unit Marks Organ and Tissue Donation Week - NHS Lothian Charity

The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh’s Transplant Unit is marking Organ and Tissue Donation Week with two powerful expressions of gratitude […]

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 15d

⏰ The clock is ticking! Applications for Christmas Funding close on 29 Sep! Christmas can be a tough time for patients but you can help make this season brighter for those in your care. Christmas Grant funding can help you bring comfort, joy & festive cheer.

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Festive Funding - NHS Lothian Charity

Did you know that our Festive Funding programme can help you give your patients the best Christmas possible?

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 16d

Join us for an inspiring evening of presentations from leading NHS Lothian researchers and clinicians. We’re reflecting on the incredible impact your generosity has made through your support of NHS Lothian Charity: Breast Cancer Institute.
RSVP 👉 ow.ly/mwP750X0egq

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 20d

Our Tonic Arts Summer Newsletter has landed! 🎭🎨
Read about our festival and summer sessions, site enhancements and our new exhibitions 👉 ow.ly/TQ0A50WYSVi
#TonicArts

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 22d

🎶Calling all musicians! 🎶
Do you want to bring the joy of live music to patients across NHS Lothian hospitals? Why not volunteer with us and spread your talent amongst hospital wards.
Find out more 👉 ow.ly/tlFl50WXAeS
#TonicArts #Volunteer

Become a Tonic Arts Volunteer - Tonic Arts, NHS Lothian Charity

Join our team of dedicated volunteers and help bring the arts to life for patients, staff, and visitors across NHS Lothian.

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 26d

This week we are celebrating #RememberaCharityWeek! 💜
Why not remember a charity by leaving a gift in your will? We offer a free will writing service to help you get started!
Find out more and create your will today 👉https://ow.ly/3RMx50WTbqh

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 27d

Help your patients have the best Christmas possible!

Last year, teams across @nhs_lothian used Christmas funding to buy gifts, decorate wards and host festive events for patients. How would you bring joy to your patients?

Apply by 29 Sep🎅

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · 29d

🎶 Join the Scottish Opera & NHS Lothian Chorus this winter! Sing opera, classical & popular music. No experience needed - just have fun!
Find out more: ow.ly/totE50WP98k
*NHS Lothian Staff only! #Chorus #Singing #TonicArts

Scottish Opera & NHS Lothian Chorus | Scottish Opera

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Sep 8

Do you have a place for the TCS London Marathon or for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival? 🏃‍♀️
Then why not let us be your cheerleaders and choose to run for our charity!
Let us know here 👉 ow.ly/FwH550WS0LS
Or send us a message to tell us about your place!

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Sep 5

🌿 Our Green Health Summer Newsletter is here! Discover nature activities & refreshed spaces for wellbeing @NHS_Lothian. ✨ Highlights: Connect with Nature, Green Health activities & new resources!
Read now 👉 ow.ly/tvZc50WS0Vu
#LothianGreenHealth #ConnectWithNature

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Sep 4

Nadine and James fundraised to provide new CuddleCots for the maternity unit at St John's Hospital in memory of their baby Carson. These will allow for families to spend more time with their baby and create memories.

Thank you to Nadine, James and everyone who donated.

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎄Make Christmas Special for Your Patients! 🎄
Applications are now open for Christmas Grant Funding. Help bring joy, comfort and festive cheer to patients this holiday season; a Christmas buffet, decorations for the ward, a small present.

Apply by 29 Sep ow.ly/h1e850WPHar

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Sep 1

🎶 Join the Scottish Opera & NHS Lothian Chorus this winter! Sing opera, classical & popular music. No experience needed—just have fun!
Find out more: ow.ly/totE50WP98k
*NHS Lothian Staff only! #Chorus #Singing #TonicArts

Scottish Opera & NHS Lothian Chorus | Scottish Opera

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Aug 28

We are celebrating our first anniversary of the Staff Lottery! Which means we have a bumper prize draw up for grabs! Enter before the 1st of September to be in for a chance of winning:
🤑£3,000
💸£2,000
💰Plus 25 other cash prizes!
Sign up now 👉 ow.ly/zxSK50WEECy

NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Aug 27

763 lives changed by brain surgery at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh in 2024.
Thanks to our generous donors, surgeons now have access to cutting-edge Brainlab software, making surgeries safer and more precise.
Donate now > ow.ly/Fcce50WMGOQ

#NHScharity #BrainSurgery

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NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Aug 26

Our Summer Staff Newsletter is out now!🌟 From dementia-friendly wards to nature-inspired recovery spaces, discover how we are working together to enhance patient care and comfort, and staff wellbeing and development.

📰 Read the latest newsletter: ow.ly/gXHy50WM95B

NHS Lothian Charity @nhslothcharity.bsky.social · Aug 25

Our #TonicArts Collection Team have recently installed artworks within the Comely Bank Centre. 
Working alongside staff, a selection of artworks was chosen to enhance the office walls and staff rooms. @nhslothian.bsky.social 🎨

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