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If you've had a baby at one of our Glasgow and Clyde hospitals, chances are you've met one of our newborn screening team. Today, they celebrated 20 years of the NHSGGC Newborn Screening Programme, a milestone in early detection and intervention for childhood hearing loss. Together, they've screened over 250,000 babies. ![]()
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NHSGGC Head of Audiology for Paediatrics, Jim Harrigan said:![]()
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“The earlier a child can be diagnosed with a hearing issue, the sooner we can provide interventions medically and socially to support them. This means that children diagnosed with hearing challenges and deafness will have the best foot forward for developing speech and interaction with others.![]()
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“It was a privilege to welcome current and former team members to today’s celebration. Looking back over the past 20 years, it’s remarkable to see the difference we’ve made in so many children’s lives. Thank you to the team for their dedication.”
Our A&E departments are currently busier than normal, so we are asking people to think carefully about accessing care that is appropriate to their needs.![]()
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If you have a minor injury or illness, please don't visit A&E. There are other paths to care available for you, and these will avoid a lengthy wait. Unless it’s an emergency, think ABC before going to A&E.![]()
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Ask yourself: Do I need to go out? For information on keeping yourself well and treating minor illnesses and injuries from home, go to NHS Inform or download the NHS24 app.![]()
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Be aware: There is help for many conditions right on your doorstep. Your local GP, pharmacy, dentist, or optician offers a range of services.![]()
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Call 111: If it’s urgent, or you’re not sure, call NHS 24 on 111. They’ll make sure you get the help you need.![]()
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More info: bit.ly/3KFPwRE
