Four bottles of Nursem handcream with a supported by NHS Lothian Charity sticker

12 June 2026

Caring for Carers: A small thank you for NHS Lothian s...

As the NHS approaches its birthday on 5 July, NHS Lothian Charity is sharing Caring for Carers, a staff wellbeing initiative designed to celebrate and support those who care for others, often in busy and demanding environments.

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nhs staff wearing blue gloves holding an artificial kidney

2 June 2026

New kidney transplant machine – which doubles th...

The transplant team at Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh have carried out the first kidney transplant in Scotland using a pioneering cold perfusion machine.

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botanical wall vinyl designs in the acute medical assessment unit at the Western General

25 March 2026

Tonic Arts: Winter Round Up

Bringing Colour, Comfort and Creativity to NHS Lothian This Winter. By Susan Grant and Len McCaffer As winter eases and […]

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Volunteers in the FACE Garden at the Western General

24 March 2026

FACE: Spring Update

We’re excited to share updates on several projects that are taking place, particularly in the outdoor spaces around the Edinburgh Cancer Centre, helping to make them more welcoming, peaceful, and restorative.

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A group of staff standing at the front door of Penicuik Medical Centre

5 March 2026

Pioneering Midlothian GP practice proud to launch dedi...

A pioneering GP practice in Midlothian has launched its own dedicated clinical research facility, encouraging patient participation and other surgeries to follow its example.

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Our Nature Ranger and three volunteers outside the Royal Infirmary

26 February 2026

Green Health: Winter Round Up

Growing Wellbeing This Winter. By Ian Mackenzie As winter fades and the promise of spring comes into view, NHS Lothian […]

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santa and his helpers at the FACE trip to lapland

22 December 2025

A round up of festive activities from our FACE fundrai...

It’s been a truly special festive season for our FACE fundraising group, filled with memorable moments, heartfelt generosity and festive cheer across the community.

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Fadi Bacheet, owner of Bliss House Cafe, standing behind the counter

19 December 2025

Local Café Owner Donates Entire Day’s Takings to Su...

Fadi Bacheet, owner of Bliss House Café, Meadowbank is spreading festive cheer this Christmas by pledging an entire day’s takings on 24 December to NHS Lothian Charity’s Secret Santa Appeal.

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Unison staff celebrating National Elf Service Day across NHS Lothian sites

17 December 2025

National ‘Elf Service Day Brings Festive Fun and Inc...

NHS Lothian Charity’s annual National ‘Elf Service Day proved to be a huge success, spreading festive cheer while raising lots of money to support patients, families, and staff across NHS Lothian.

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transplant patients, their families and staff coming together as the Transplant Trekkers at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk

26 September 2025

Celebrating Life and Gratitude: RIE Transplant Unit Ma...

Celebrating the life-changing work of the transplant unit, the generosity of donors and families, and the strength of the community that surrounds transplant care.

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