NHS Dumfries and Galloway wins prestigious award

Jan 15 2010 by Julie Watt, Dumfries Standard Friday

NHS Dumfries and Galloway has been recognised for making it easier for hospital staff and visitors to eat more healthily, by gaining a prestigious national award. David Matheson, catering Manager at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary picked up the healthy living award at the recent Promoting Health Service conference in Edinburgh.

The healthy living award, which is managed by Consumer Focus Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government, gives recognition to caterers who take a range of steps to provide healthier options for their customers.

People eating at an award-holding establishment can select healthier options by choosing items on the menu or at a service area highlighted with the apple logo.

Dr Claire Brown, project manager for the healthy living award, said: “We are delighted to give these award-winners the well-deserved recognition of this national award. All of these sites are helping their customers to make informed choices by making healthier options widely available and are playing their part in improving the diet of people across Scotland.”