NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHSGGC identified a positive Covid-19 case associated with Ca Va Brasserie in Giffnock. Customers who were there from mid-afternoon on Sun, Mon or Tues shd b aware of symptoms. If concerned, self-isolate & get a test. @EastRenCouncil Read full details https://bit.ly/31T5S4c

Hear more from Dr Steve Foster, Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine and Principal Investigator of the RAPID-19 clinical trial: https://youtu.be/KXGQVgvmimk Video thanks to @GCH_Charity

More than 220 young people have a special story to share at school this week. They’ve been helping with #COVID19 research into children’s immunity. Thanks to @GCH_Charity @GlasgowCRF and all NHSGGC families involved! https://www.nhsggc.org.uk/about-us/media-centre/news/2020/08/young-covid-warriors-step-forward-for-important-research-study/#

2020 has been an unprecedented year for everyone in the health & social care sector. Show your appreciation and nominate an NHSGGC worker to any of the 16 categories available at the #ScotHealthAwards Nominate at ▶️ http://www.scottishhealthawards.com by 30th September.#ProudToWorkAtNHSGGC

Robin Kennedy's suffered allergies all his life, but on 22 July he went into Anaphylactic shock. His mum praised the RHC team - “Despite how serious it was, everyone remained so calm & professional - I think that’s what kept us calm too.” Find out more https://bit.ly/3kICuGs

Remember #FACTS F - Face coverings A - Avoid crowded places C - Clean your hands and surfaces regularly T - Two-metre distance S - Self-isolate and book a test if you have #COVID19 symptoms #NHSGGC #NHS #FACTS #BSL #BritishSignLanguage https://youtu.be/9anFo7zPpi0

RT @NHSNSS: Implementing Scotland’s Test and Protect system is the result of working together with colleagues and partners across @scotgov…

BSL users can find British Sign Language (BSL) translations about health topics including COVID-19 here ▶️ https://www.nhsinform.scot/translations/languages/british-sign-language-bsl Also on NHS24 YouTube channel ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/user/nhsinform #NHSGGC #NHS #NHSInform #NHS24 #BSL #COVID-19 h

The Gardens within the grounds of Gartnavel just keep giving thanks to nature & the dedication & care offered by the Garden Volunteer Team. 🌺 A huge thank you to them for keeping these glorious spaces buzzing with life & colour & perfume. Pop by if you can & see for yourself.

Our test & protect service has identified a cluster of 8 COVID cases in North East Glasgow, a no of whom are pupils at Bannerman High School. None of the cases are experiencing anything but mild symptoms & are self-isolating at home. For more info visit https://www.nhsggc.org.uk/about-us/media-centre/news/2020/08/covid-19-cases/

RT @SandyfordNHSGGC: The proposed Health & Social Care Hub at Parkhead will be @SandyfordNHSGGC new home. The hub will have community healt…

Welcome back to visiting in NHSGGC maternity units For further information visit ▶️ http://www.nhsggc.org.uk/covid19 #NHSGGC #NHS #Maternity #EssentialVisitor #Pregnancy #StaySafe

A member of the Paisley Opera has thanked NHS staff by organising an operatic rendition of Easter Hymn using Zoom https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GnaGp5iQXI to say thank you for providing her with emergency eye care at Gartnavel during lockdown. To read more visit https://www.nhsggc.org.uk/about-us/media-centre/news/2020/08/eye-care-during-pandemic/

Diary Date A live online chat to discuss the new £60 million Health and Social Care Hub planned for Parkhead will be held on Thurs 27 Aug from 3 pm-8 pm. Find out more at ▶️ http://parkheadhub.scot #parkheadhub @NHSGGC @GlasgowCC @GCHSCP @GlasgowLib @ihubscot

We agree! Thank you to Paisley Opéra on behalf of all our staff for this amazing tribute. https://twitter.com/glasgow_live/status/1293447627766476800

Resumption of Cervical Screening - If u received an invite before the pause or had an appointment cancelled due to COVID-19, Contact ur GP practice now to book ur cervical screening (smear test). For more info visit ▶️ www.nhsinform/cervicalscreeningresumes #NHSGGC #NHSInform

📢 Over the age of 55 and healthy? Live in Greater Glasgow and Clyde? We're recruiting for a COVID-19 vaccine trial. Alongside @UofGlasgow, we have already recruited 400 people to take part. Help us work towards a vaccine solution. Details here: https://bit.ly/3iw3U08

The children are back to school this week. Going back or starting school can be a really exciting/nerve-wracking experience, especially during these times. Parent Club has advice & tips on settling your children in. For advice and information go to ▶️ https://bit.ly/2DNZLWq

**Vacancies for Consultants in Geriatric Medicine** We are seeking 4 new Consultants in Geriatric Medicine in Clyde Sector. Special Interest areas include Orthogeriatrics, Frailty &Movement Disorder Visit▶️ https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/displayjob.aspx?jobid=27674 http://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk Closing-Mon 31st Aug 2020

Quitting smoking is 1 of the BEST ways to protect yourself fm viral infections, including coronavirus. We r here to help u. We r YOUR local #NHS stop smoking service. Please call 📞 0800 916 8858 or send us a PM & make today the day u make a quit attempt. #QuitYourWayWithOurHelp