NHSGGC volunteers go the extra mile for others … quite literally
We’ve all heard the common refrain “going the extra mile”, but how about 9,922 miles? That’s equivalent to travelling as the crow flies from Glasgow…
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June 2026
Royal Hospital for Children cheers on Ava to the Commonwealth Games
A talented young Scottish gymnast has been selected to compete at the Commonwealth Games following a journey made possible by her hard work, determination, and…
New wave of harm reduction specialists graduate as life-saving programme expands across Greater Glasgow and Clyde
A new generation of frontline specialists trained to reduce drug-related harm has graduated in Glasgow, as a pioneering NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde programme continues…
SPCG – Key Messages – 21 May 2026
The third meeting of the Safety and Public Confidence Oversight Group took place this week. Updates were provided on the communications and progress made since…
NHSGGC burn centre to host international conference as national profile grows
An NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde unit has cemented its reputation as an international centre of excellence in burns care following the announcement of three…
Young volunteer gains valuable experience supporting patients at local hospital
A young volunteer who provides companionship and practical support to hospital patients has told how the experience is helping prepare him for a future career…
From ICU to giving back: Glasgow patient returns to the ward that saved his life
After spending days in the intensive care unit (ICU) at Glasgow Royal Infirmary (GRI), Willie Millar never imagined he would one day return – not…
Clinician’s lockdown gaming inspires virtual reality dialysis training for patients at home
A senior clinician has told how spending time gaming during the Covid pandemic led to the development of a virtual reality tool for at-home kidney…
Barrhead health worker praises NHSGGC’s Control IT Plus programme
A Barrhead woman has told how learning about Type 2 diabetes through NHSGGC’s Control IT Plus (CIP) programme helped put her on the path to…
NHSGGC’s special message of thanks for Volunteers’ Week
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is marking Volunteers’ Week by celebrating the people who give their time, compassion and energy to support patients, visitors…