Andy Mackay, Site Director at St John's Hospital stood by the new charging point in A&E

13 April 2023

NHS Lothian Charity supports free phone charging in NH...

Thanks to funding from NHS Lothian Charity, patients and visitors attending accident and emergency or minor injuries now have access to free, fast charging for mobile devices in as little as 30 minutes.

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Amy Young, NHS Lothian Charity Fundraiser, presenting a check to REDU, St John's

Amy’s story – Why I wanted to raise money and say thank you to the Regional Eating Disorders Unit team who saved my life

Amy Young struggled for years with a combination of bulimia, anorexia and over-exercise. As Amy continues with her recovery, she […]

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Christmas tree lighting at St John's hospital with corporate sponsor RMF health and NHS Lothian staff

6 December 2022

Lighting up Christmas for NHS Lothian patients, staff ...

NHS Lothian Charity has been working with RMF Health, Shore Group and the charity’s supporters to spread joy to patients and staff who will be spending Christmas in hospital.

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NHS Lothian staff stood by the entrance to the special care baby unit at St Johns. On the door is says "Baby Elves Only"

Vhari’s Story: Making the ward feel less like a hospital for the festive season

My name is Vhari Carr, I’m a Senior Charge Midwife that manages the Special Care Babies Unit at St John’s […]

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7 members of NHS Lothian staff from the Labour Ward at St Johns smiling at the camera dressed as elves with Santa

Kirsty’s Story: Bringing joy to mums and babies

My name is Kirsty Jackson, I’m a Senior Charge Midwife that manages the Labour wards at St John’s Hospital in […]

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NHS Lothian Charity team talking to NHS Lothian Staff at St John's Hospital

4 November 2022

NHS Lothian Charity opens flagship hub at St Johns Hos...

On 3 November 2022, NHS Lothian Charity opened its flagship Charity Hub at St John’s Hospital, Livingston. Located near the […]

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Linsey’s Story – Being Supported at the Mental Health Mother And Baby Unit, St John’s Hospital

The Mental Health Mother and Baby unit is a regional service that provides provides specialist care for mothers and their […]

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Karen’s Story – The Day I Fell Ill With COVID-19

Our NHS Lothian colleagues provided extraordinary care for patients, as they worked tirelessly around the clock providing vital care and […]

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Supporting Young People Across Lothian When They Need It Most

NHS Lothian Charity is proud to be supporting Medics Against Violence and NHS Lothian on the innovative ‘Youth Navigator’ project, […]

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NHS Lothian nurse standing beside a bundle of wrapped Christmas presents

Tricia’s Story – Caring For Mums At Christmas

My name is Tricia Breslin, and I work at the St John’s Mental Health Mother and Baby Unit in Livingston. […]

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