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Think ‘Pharmacy First’ This Summer in Lincolnshire
As the school summer holidays begin, Lincolnshire gets busier with holidaymakers visiting and locals making the most of the sunshine. While that’s great for our communities and local economy, it can put extra pressure on health services. That’s why we’re encouraging everyone to think Pharmacy First this summer for quick, expert help with minor health […]
14 July 2025
Don’t let hay fever ruin your summer – think Pharmacy First
Hay fever is the most common seasonal allergy. It affects one in five people and can start at any point in life. If you’ve never had it before, it can take you by surprise. The symptoms can be frustrating and make everyday life more difficult.
10 July 2025
Glebe Park Surgery Opens Doors to the Community at Grand Opening Event
Glebe Park Surgery welcomed patients, local residents, and special guests to its new premises at The Carlton Centre on Tuesday 1st July, celebrating the official opening of its state-of-the-art facilities.
9 July 2025
Celebrating 77 Years of the NHS
On 5th July 2025 we commemorate 77 years of our beloved NHS. It is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements our healthcare system has made in Lincolnshire in that time. Thank you to our NHS staff, carers and their families It is also an opportunity to thank the many NHS staff, carers and their families […]
4 July 2025
10 Year Health Plan for England: fit for the future
The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan for England has been launched, setting out a bold, ambitious and necessary new course for the NHS.
3 July 2025
Changes to NHS Childhood Vaccination Schedule
From 1st July 2025, the NHS childhood vaccination schedule will undergo several important changes, which parents and guardians of children aged 0 to 5 need to be aware of. The NHS in Lincolnshire is committed to ensuring that families are informed about these updates, so children receive the correct vaccinations at the right time.
27 June 2025
Lincolnshire NHS leads in heart failure care
Lincolnshire leads the way in cardiac care Lincolnshire is earning national praise for its acute and community cardiology services following a high-profile visit to Lincoln County Hospital on Monday 9th June 2025. Professor Simon Ray, National Director for Heart Disease, and Dr Rani Khatib, National Specialty Advisor for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, met local cardiology teams […]
20 June 2025
Check your MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccination status
With measles cases increasing across England and Europe, the NHS in Lincolnshire urges residents to review their MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccination status – especially before travelling abroad this summer.
18 June 2025
NHS and Armed Forces strengthen local partnership
An overhead photograph of the attendees at the second Armed Forces & NHS Lincolnshire Symposium, RAF College, RAF Cranwell, Tuesday 3 June 2025 (credit: Andrew Wheeler, Photography and Media Services, Royal Air Force College Cranwell).
16 June 2025
Free Summer Event for Young People Living with Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes UK invites young people aged 11 to 15 who are living with type 1 diabetes to a free bowling afternoon this August. The event provides a fun, supportive space where attendees can meet others their age who understand what it’s like to manage the condition.
Don’t delay – Book your cervical screening test! Blog by Paloma Diaz-Estevez
Get on top of your life admin and add screening to the top of the list Life is busy, and unfortunately, we women tend to concentrate on others and often we run out of time to look after ourselves. We ensure children are fed, watered, and ready for school or nursery. We look after other […]
The final countdown for this spring’s Covid-19 vaccination campaign
There is now just one week left for eligible people to get a Covid-19 vaccination, before the current campaign ends on 17th June 2025.
11 June 2025
Diabetes Week 2025: Know the Risks, Find the Support
9–15 June 2025 marks Diabetes Week, and the NHS in Lincolnshire is encouraging everyone to learn more about Diabetes – a condition that affects millions across the UK – and to take advantage of the support services available locally.
5 June 2025
Gemma’s Type 2 Diabetes Remission with the NHS Programme
Background: Struggling with Type 2 Diabetes Gemma had a history of gestational diabetes, and when her daughter turned five, she was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. As a carb lover, she found it difficult to control her diet, leading to significant weight gain. The reality of being denied life insurance due to her condition made […]
Sam’s Type 2 Diabetes Remission with the NHS Programme
Managing Type 2 Diabetes can be challenging, but with the right support and guidance, remission is possible. Sam, a participant in the NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission (T2DR) Programme with Xyla, shares her inspiring journey of transformation, highlighting the programme’s impact on her health and lifestyle.
BLOG: Cliff House Medical Practice PPG – Enhancing patient engagement and community health
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! The Cliff House Medical Practice Patient Participation Group (PPG) has made significant contributions to enhancing patient engagement and community health. They have successfully orchestrated Macmillan coffee mornings, creating supportive social spaces while raising awareness and funds for cancer care. Over the past year or so, the group […]
Two weeks left to top up your protection against COVID-19
Almost 70,000 people in Lincolnshire have had their vaccination With just two weeks left to go to get a COVID-19 vaccination, more than 630,000 people across the Midlands have had their vaccination, including almost 70,000 people in Lincolnshire.
3 June 2025
Meet Blazej Jasnowski – Your local pharmacist making blood pressure checks a breeze
At Lincolnshire ICB, we proudly support Blazej Jasnowski, a committed pharmacist based at East Midlands Pharmacy in Lincoln. Blazej plays a key role in helping the local community stay healthy through simple, accessible health checks.
28 May 2025
New Glebe Park Surgery Now Open, Providing Modern Healthcare for Thousands
Patients in Lincoln can now access improved healthcare services as Glebe Park Surgery officially opens its new premises at the Carlton Centre Retail Park in Lincoln.
BLOG: Long Bennington Medical Centre PPG – Promoting an inclusive and healthier community
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! The past year has been another busy and rewarding one for the Long Bennington Patient Participation Group (PPG). We have continued to act as a vital link between the medical centre and its patients. Comprising six patients and three members of practice staff, our group works in […]
27 May 2025
BLOG: Washingborough Family Practice – PPG Awareness Week
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! We’re new and accepting new members Washingborough Family Practice PPG is fairly new, being formed in March 2024 following a call put out by the surgery. We currently have just five members plus one (sometimes two) from the practice. We hope to increase our numbers and we would […]
BLOG: St John’s Medical Centre PPG Chair – Anne Philbey
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! As part of PPG Awareness Week, we’re proud to celebrate the progress and renewed energy of the Patient Participation Group (PPG) at St John’s Medical Centre in Grantham. Back in October 2024, our PPG had just two active members, a surprising figure given that we’re the second-largest […]
BLOG: Beechfield Medical Centre PPG – What we’ve been up to!
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! Hello from all of us at Beechfield Medical Centre PPG. We’re a really active group of volunteers who work alongside the practice to help improve patient experience and support local health and wellbeing. Here’s a look at what we’ve been involved in recently as part of PPG […]
BLOG: Swineshead Medical Group PPG Chair – Ava Harding-Bell
Celebrating Patient Participation Group (PPG) Awareness Week 2025! I was re-elected as Chair for a second term in January 2025 for the next two years. I have been a member of the PPG for over 10 years. We have a strong team of over 20 members from throughout the area our surgery covers and would […]
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board – May Board meeting
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board has confirmed that its next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday 27th May at 9.30am. The meeting will be held in person at Bridge House, The Point, Lions Way, Sleaford NG34 8GG. Members of the public are welcome to attend. It will also be held virtually on Microsoft Teams. For […]
22 May 2025
Alternative ways for people to access urgent mental health support
Following the launch of the NHS 111 urgent mental health line in April last year, Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT) has been reviewing how people access and use the different parts of its urgent mental health support services and decided to make some changes.
Pharmacists are a parent’s best friend this Bank Holiday!
As we approach the Spring bank holiday weekend and half-term breaks, NHS Lincolnshire ICB is advising parents how to deal with a range of common childhood illnesses – by seeking advice from their local pharmacy.
Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain: Tips to Reduce Dementia Risk
Up to 45% of dementia cases could be prevented. That’s why Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT), the county’s main provider of mental health and dementia services, is sharing simple lifestyle changes you can start today.
20 May 2025
Gosberton Medical Centre Rated ‘Good’ by CQC
Gosberton Medical Centre Rated ‘Good’ in All Areas by CQC Gosberton Medical Centre is proud to announce a ‘Good’ rating in all areas following a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). This outcome reflects the centre’s strong focus on safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led patient care.
16 May 2025
Whilst you’re weekend shopping, stock up your medicine cabinet
This is the time of year when a lot of us are busy shopping for the bank holiday weekend, planning get-togethers and holiday travel. Whilst you’re out this weekend, why not also think about stocking up on medicine cabinet essentials to make sure you’re prepared for the bank holiday weekend?
Occupational therapists are transforming patient care in Lincolnshire’s GP practices.
Sam Derby, a Specialist Primary Care Occupational Therapist in the Sleaford/Grantham area.
15 May 2025
Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is raising awareness of bladder cancer during Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, this May.
Don’t forget your prescriptions over the Spring May Bank Holiday
With the Spring Bank Holiday on Monday 26 May, NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is reminding patients to order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.
14 May 2025
Spring Covid-19 vaccination campaign reaches halfway point
At the halfway point of the latest Covid-19 vaccination campaign, more than 59,000 Covid-19 vaccinations have been given across Lincolnshire since the campaign launched on 1st April.
9 May 2025
Raising awareness of Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is raising awareness of non-melanoma skin cancer, which is the theme for Sun Awareness Week that runs between 12 – 18 May.
NHS Lincolnshire ICB Support Ovarian Cancer Day
Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is helping raise awareness of gynaecological cancer symptoms in support of World Ovarian Cancer Day, marked annually on 8 May. This type of cancer ranks among the most common affecting women, with over 7,000 new cases diagnosed each year in the UK. Who is most at risk? This condition most often […]
6 May 2025
Five Schools Are “Asthma Friendly School” Accredited
To celebrate World Asthma Day, 6 May, there are now five schools who have attained the “Asthma Friendly School” accreditation in Lincolnshire:
2 May 2025
Stay safe in the sun
As we approach the bank holiday weekend, the NHS in Lincolnshire is reminding people to be careful in the sun, since sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer and does not just happen on holiday, you can burn in the UK, even when it’s cloudy.
29 April 2025
Lincolnshire ICB Supporting World Asthma Day
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is raising awareness of Asthma, a common long-term condition that can cause coughing, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness, on World Asthma Day, Tuesday 6 May 2025.
Testicular cancer: what to look out for
Testicular cancer most commonly affects men between the ages of 15 and 45 years old, and NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is encouraging people to learn more about the symptoms of testicular cancer, as we approach the end of Testicular Cancer Awareness month.
Parents and guardians urged to consent and protect their child from the risk of HPV cancers
The NHS in Lincolnshire is strongly urging parents and guardians of boys and girls in Year 8 (12-13 year-olds) to provide their consent for their child to have the HPV vaccine.
23 April 2025
NHS raises awareness of allergies
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is supporting Allergy Awareness Week, running from 21 to 28 April 2025.
22 April 2025
Childhood Illnesses: How Pharmacists Can Help This Easter
As Easter approaches, NHS Lincolnshire ICB is encouraging parents to seek advice from their local pharmacy when dealing with common childhood illnesses.
15 April 2025
Whilst you’re Bank Holiday shopping, stock up your medicine cabinet.
This is the time of year when a lot of us are busy shopping for the Easter Holidays, planning get-togethers and holiday travel. Whilst you’re out, why not also think about stocking up on medicine cabinet essentials to make sure you’re prepared for the bank holiday weekend? People often turn up at hospitals with minor […]
14 April 2025
New Non-Executive Directors appointed to Lincolnshire ICB
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Non-Executive directors to its Board, Dr Phillip Earnshaw and John Dunstan.
11 April 2025
Take the screening test when offered – Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Bowel cancer is the second most prevalent cancer amongst men and women with over 42,000 people diagnosed every year in the UK. More than nine out of ten new cases are diagnosed in people over the age of 50, and nearly six out of ten cases are diagnosed in people aged 70 or over.
UKHSA launches new antibiotic awareness campaign
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has launched a digital campaign to help keep antibiotics effective and reduce the threat of antibiotic resistance. The campaign introduces a new mascot, Andi Biotic, who is on a ‘one-pill’ mission to help young adults understand the correct use of antibiotics.
8 April 2025
Remember your prescriptions for Easter and May Bank Holiday
With Easter taking place over the weekend Friday 18 to Monday 21 April and the Early May Bank Holiday on Monday 5 May, NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board is reminding patients to order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.
Lincolnshire Primary Care Valuing and Recognition Event
On Wednesday 26th March 2025, Lincolnshire ICB and the Primary Care People Group hosted a Valuing and Recognition Event. It was held at the Lincolnshire Showground to celebrate the hard work of staff across the four pillars of Primary Care: General Practice, Community Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Optometry.
4 April 2025
Spring Covid-19 Vaccination Campaign launches
Immunity from earlier vaccines is starting to fade. To boost protection, the NHS is offering a free Covid-19 vaccination again this spring.
2 April 2025
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