New health campaign highlights the dangers of persistent heartburn
A major awareness campaign has been launched across Lincolnshire to warn residents that persistent heartburn could be a sign of something far more serious than just indigestion.
Heartburn Cancer UK, in partnership with NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board, is highlighting the link between persistent heartburn and oesophageal (food-pipe) cancer – one of the UK’s deadliest cancers, often diagnosed too late due to missed early warning signs.
Persistent heartburn can be more than discomfort – it could be a warning sign.
Raising awareness of Ovarian Cancer
This Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month we’re raising awareness of the signs and symptoms associated with this cancer. Ovarian of cancer ranks among the most common affecting women, with over 7,000 new cases diagnosed each year in the UK.
NHS urges parents to ensure all eligible children receive the MMR or MMRV vaccine
The NHS is urging parents and guardians across the country including in Lincolnshire ensure their children are fully vaccinated against measles, as cases continue to rise, particularly amongst 6-12 year-olds.
Working together to improve Lincolnshire’s health and wellbeing
Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre extension underway
Construction work to extend the facilities available at Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) is now well underway.
Raising awareness of our Macmillan Support Centres
If you’re living with cancer, worried about cancer, or supporting someone who is, Macmillan Information & Support Centres across Lincolnshire are here to help.
Local screening success helping to detect cancer earlier
Work is continuing to improve earlier cancer diagnosis in Lincolnshire. This is one of the key priorities of the NHS’s Cancer Plan.
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