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Local people are urged to be ready for Easter by planning ahead for repeat prescriptions and using NHS services appropriately. GP surgeries will be closed during the Easter weekend, including Good Friday and Easter Monday on 19 and 22 April. By re-stocking their medicine cabinets if needed, knowing when their GP surgery is open and… Continue Reading Don’t forget to order repeat prescriptions in time for Easter
Patients are benefiting from a safer and faster discharge system being piloted by Blackpool Teaching Hospitals. Home First is a fully supported discharge method which is getting people the care they need within the community while freeing up bed spaces and reducing readmissions. Occupational therapist and physiotherapy manager, Charlotte Stubbs, explained: “Home First is a… Continue Reading Fast, safe and effective hospital discharges
A 78-year-old grandad has told how he woke up in Blackpool Victoria Hospital with a massive cloud of fear lifted from his shoulders. Former hotelier, Michael Phillips, from St Annes, said he worried that his heart condition could cause a major stroke at any time. But this week he became the first patient at the hospital’s… Continue Reading New cardiac treatment gives St Annes grandad a life without fear
It should have been the trip of a lifetime for Lytham St Annes couple, Paul and Maria Mahon. The couple had taken very early retirement, their house had been sold, possessions put in storage and their cars left at an auction house. Paul and Maria, both in their early 50s, had been training for their… Continue Reading Dream holiday turns into tragedy for Lytham St Annes couple
A programme has been set up to provide leg ulcer patients with knowledge on how to manage their condition. The programme, in partnership with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Wyre Borough Council and local GP Practices was introduced last summer to improve leg ulcer care provided to patients living in Thornton and Poulton-le-Fylde. Jo… Continue Reading Stepping out to better health for leg ulcer patients
Clifton Hospital is supporting the local community with a new event. The Community Catch Up is a meeting open to anyone, particularly those who feel isolated, to come together for a chat and a cup of tea. The first meeting, held in Clifton’s Garden Room, was a great start with free hand massages on offer,… Continue Reading Clifton Hospital hosts first ‘Community Catch Up’ event
CHILDREN in Blackpool can now access mental health services in a safe environment away from the hustle and bustle of a busy hospital thanks to a number of dedicated professionals coming together to offer weekly groups in the community. Blackpool Victoria Hospital’s CASHER team and Blackpool Boys and Girls Club (B&GC) are working in partnership… Continue Reading Blackpool community group improves mental health care for children
These boots may be made for walking – but not when each step is excruciatingly painful. And the problem is probably not with the boots – as thousands of foot patients will tell you. Consultant Podiatric Surgeon, Lee Murphy, said the average person takes about 4,000 – 6,000 steps a day – and each step… Continue Reading Blackpool mum can finally put her feet up
Think you need medical help right now? NHS 111 is now available online. NHS England is increasing awareness of when to use NHS 111 online this is an additional resource to calling 111. NHS 111 online uses the same clinical algorithms as the 111 phone service, taking you through questions about your symptoms to receive… Continue Reading Think you need medical help right now? NHS 111 is now available online
A new campaign encouraging anyone affected by sexual violence to seek support has been launched at Blackpool Victoria Hospital as part of Sexual Violence Awareness Week. The campaign, funded by Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw, raises awareness of sexual violence, particularly within relationships and urges anyone affected to seek help from Lancashire Victim Services.… Continue Reading Campaign to support victims of sexual violence launched at Blackpool Victoria Hospital