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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
25 April 2025
Don’t forget your prescriptions over the Early May Bank Holiday
With 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.
23 April 2025
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 […]
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 […]
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 James 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 […]
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 […]
8 April 2025
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 […]
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
New blueprint provides framework for physical activity sector and health service collaboration
ukactive has launched a new blueprint to help the physical activity sector work more closely with health services. The blueprint was developed with support from Lincolnshire ICB and Active Lincolnshire. […]
25 March 2025
How paramedics are transforming General Practice in Lincolnshire
At Lincolnshire ICB, we’re proud to champion the vital role paramedics play in our general practice teams. As healthcare continues to change, paramedics have become an essential part of multidisciplinary […]
Lincolnshire partners wins double HSJ Award
A ground-breaking partnership between the NHS in Lincolnshire and DMC Healthcare has won two national awards. The recognition came at the 2025 HSJ Independent Healthcare Providers Awards and the HSJ […]
Purple Day – International Day for Epilepsy
The NHS in Lincolnshire is supporting Purple Day, 26 March, the international day for epilepsy, with a focus on childhood epilepsy.
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board – March Board meeting
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board has confirmed that its next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday 25th March at 9.30am.
24 March 2025
Sharing your views – intermediate care services in Lincolnshire
The people of Lincolnshire are being invited to share their views about services for those who need short-term care to help regain independence after a hospital stay, or if they […]
20 March 2025
NHS Lincolnshire ICB Launches Public Consultation on Gluten-Free Prescriptions
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has launched a public consultation to gather views on proposed changes to gluten-free prescriptions. This consultation seeks input from patients, carers, healthcare professionals, and […]
18 March 2025
Important Notice: Changes to Ear Wax Removal Services
From 1st April 2025, GP practices in Lincolnshire will no longer provide ear syringing as a treatment for ear wax removal. Why has this change happened? Ear syringing has been […]
Social Prescribing Day: Making a Difference One Connection at a Time
Social Prescribing Day is an opportunity to highlight the work of dedicated Social Prescribing Link Workers (SPLWs) and the impact they have on individuals facing significant challenges. Vanessa Booth has […]
Empowering Change Through Social Prescribing
Susan, Social Prescribing Link Worker: Empowering People to Make Life Changes Susan’s journey as a Social Prescribing Link Worker is built on a deep passion for helping others improve their […]
Social Prescribing Day – Celebrating the impact of link workers
Andy, Senior Link Worker: Empowering Lives Through Compassionate Care Social Prescribing Day, held on the 19th of March, offers an opportunity to shine a light on the incredible work of […]
Free Virtual Menopause Workshops
Do you want to learn more about the menopause, need support managing menopausal symptoms, or want to know more about HRT?
10 March 2025
New women’s health app, CONNECTPlus, launched in Lincolnshire
Want to learn about contraception options? Need information on managing the menopause? Looking for local cervical screening services? Or perhaps you need general women’s health advice on pre-conception care, breast […]
7 March 2025
Think ‘Pharmacy First’ for Fast NHS Treatment
Residents across Lincolnshire are being encouraged to visit their local pharmacy for quick and easy treatment of common health conditions, thanks to the NHS ‘Pharmacy First’ service. Available without an […]
6 March 2025
NHS Lincolnshire ICB Launches Medicine Waste Campaign
More than £15.2 million worth of medicine is wasted every year in Lincolnshire. This is equivalent to funding 417 Band 5 nurses or 339 Band 6 nurses, according to NHS […]
27 February 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, […]
26 February 2025
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) […]
25 February 2025
NHS Lincolnshire raises awareness of Oesophageal Cancer
Trouble swallowing, persistent indigestion or heartburn, unintentional weight loss? These are all symptoms that could indicate oesophageal cancer. Oesophageal cancer is aggressive, and outcomes can be improved if caught early.
Celebrating Mental Health Nurses Day 2025
Today marks Mental Health Nurses’ Day, a time to recognise the incredible contributions of nurses working in mental health care, including those in the NHS. Every day, they provide essential […]
21 February 2025
Pregnant women and the elderly urged to have RSV vaccine
The NHS in Lincolnshire is urging pregnant women to get the RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) vaccine. This vaccine is offered in every pregnancy from 28 weeks, ideally at the 28-week […]
19 February 2025
St Peter at Gowts CofE Primary School, Lincoln, is the second school to be awarded ‘Asthma Friendly School’ accreditation in Lincolnshire.
St Peter at Gowts CofE Primary School, Lincoln, is the second school to be awarded the Asthma Friendly School accreditation in Lincolnshire. This is a recognition for their work in […]
17 February 2025
Mapping underdoctored areas
The mapping underdoctored areas research team based in Lancaster Medical School would like to invite you to attend a one-off, in-person workshop in Lincoln on Friday 7th March where patients and members of the public […]
14 February 2025
Vaccination catch-up campaign launched for teens in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire 16–18 year-olds can now take advantage of an innovative new vaccination catch-up campaign.
13 February 2025
Celebrating One Year of NHS Pharmacy First
The NHS Pharmacy First service recently marked its one-year anniversary, celebrating a successful year of providing a more convenient way for patients to access a range of healthcare services across […]
6 February 2025
NHS Lincolnshire ICB Chief Executive to Retire in June 2025
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced that Chief Executive John Turner is to retire from the role in June 2025.
4 February 2025
Lincolnshire ICB urges people to take up screening invites on World Cancer Day
People living in Lincolnshire are being urged to take up potentially life-saving cancer screenings. The call comes just in time for World Cancer Day which is used to spread the […]
Mayor of Lincoln welcomed to officially open Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre
The new £23million NHS community diagnostic centre in Lincoln has been officially opened.
30 January 2025
Lincolnshire ICB backs Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
As Cervical Cancer Prevention Week ends, NHS Lincolnshire ICB reminds people that cervical cancer can kill. However, regular screening saves thousands of lives every year.
28 January 2025
Reassurance for patients: Why GP reception staff ask questions about your appointment needs
Many patients wonder why reception staff ask detailed questions when booking a GP appointment. These questions are not about prying. They ensure patients receive the right care, at the right […]
Help build a health service fit for the future
The NHS in Lincolnshire are playing their part in the launch the consultation for the 10-Year Health Plan, and we want to hear from you — patients, their families and […]
24 January 2025
One week left to get a COVID-19 vaccination
The current COVID-19 vaccination campaign will come to an end in just over one week’s time on Friday 31st January. This obviously means that anyone eligible who is yet to […]
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board – January Board meeting
NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board has confirmed that its next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday 28th January at 9.30am.
NHS Lincolnshire ICB urges residents to be vigilant of potential dental scams
In light of a recent episode of BBC’s The One Show, which highlighted a dental scam that targeted Lincolnshire residents last year, NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is reminding […]
22 January 2025
£23m Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre opens to offer diagnostic testing away from busy hospital sites
The Lincoln Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) is run by the same teams as Lincolnshire’s NHS hospitals, but offers an alternative venue to access vital diagnostic tests quickly and easily, away […]
13 January 2025
NHS urges people to get vaccinated against flu
With flu cases continuing to rise in Lincolnshire, the NHS in the county is urging eligible people to have their flu vaccination sooner rather than later.
10 January 2025
Update: Flooding in Lincolnshire
Update from Lincolnshire Resilience Forum as of Wednesday 8 January 2025, 15:47
8 January 2025
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