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NHS Lanarkshire partners up with walking app ahead of Green Health Week

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People across Lanarkshire are being encouraged to explore their local greenspace this week.Next week (May 14 to May 22) marks Green Health Week and NHS Lanarkshire and Get Outdoors Lanarkshire have joined forces to make spending time outdoors even easier.They have teamed up with the walking app Go Jauntly, which is available on iPhone and Android, and helps people in Lanarkshire explore some of their favourite local walks.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The app, which is free, promotes walking for leisure and nature connection and is an ideal way to discover new local walks that are created by the people who know and love them.The aim of Green Health Week is to encourage people to embrace the health benefits of spending time outdoors.This can include activities such as walking, gardening, cycling, volunteering and outdoor learning.Vicki Trim, senior health improvement manager, NHS Lanarkshire, said: “Research shows that spending time outdoors plays an important role in improving our overall mental health and wellbeing.“Green Health Week is a fantastic opportunity to explore the outdoors and the Go Jauntly app provides over ten Lanarkshire walking routes that come recommended by walkers.“We have also been reviewing local walks beside our hospitals to support able patients, hospital visitors and

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