“I definitely came home with my heart full.“
Staff from across the hospital volunteered their time because they believed in what the day represented: a reminder that childhood doesn’t stop during treatment, it simply needs space, understanding, and compassion to flourish.

Falls remain a leading cause of injury, loss of independence, and hospital admission among older adults in Lothian.

Waiting for an appointment can be stressful for patients and families. Thanks to generous donations, Dunbar Medical Practice has transformed their waiting area into a warm, welcoming space where patients and families feel more comfortable and at ease.

The hub on the children’s ward at St John’s Hospital is the heart of the team’s work. A space where staff coordinate care and sometimes invite families to discuss treatment plans

Every year, hundreds of people across the UK receive a life-saving organ transplant. But leaving the operating theatre is just the beginning.

Clinical trials save lives. Not only do they pioneer the medicines and treatments of tomorrow, they also bring real benefits today.

Living with type 2 diabetes, or being told you’re at risk of developing it, can feel overwhelming. For many people in Wester Hailes, short GP appointments simply aren’t enough time to explore the lifestyle changes that could make a real difference.

Grief can feel isolating, but no one should face it alone. With support from NHS Lothian Charity, bereavement groups in East Lothian now provide safe, compassionate spaces for families to share, heal, and build resilience.

A pioneering charity-funded research pilot offers hope for gentler tests and earlier detection of bowel cancer.