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Pancreatic Cancer Rapid Diagnostic Service shortlisted for top Macmillan award
We are delighted to announce that the Pancreatic Cancer Rapid Diagnostic Service (RDS) at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust has been shortlisted for a Macmillan Professionals Excellence Award as recognition of their outstanding contribution to cancer services.
Parents and carers in Lancashire and South Cumbria advised to be aware of the signs of respiratory illnesses and when to get help
Health experts across Lancashire and South Cumbria are urging parents and carers to be aware of the signs of respiratory illnesses in children.
Closer colleagues than ever – how donating a kidney saved ELHT Surgeon’s life
A Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust was given a second chance at life this year, after his colleague and Waiting List Clerk donated her kidney to him following his two-year wait on the national transplant list.
Trust puts East Lancashire mothers in control of their labour pain relief
Mothers in labour at Lancashire Women’s and Newborn Cente, run by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) have the opportunity to be in control of their own pain-relief thanks to an alternative.
Lancashire and South Cumbria welcomes new pilot scheme to prevent and treat incontinence
Lancashire and South Cumbria welcome a new pilot scheme that is offering support to new and expectant mums to prevent and treat incontinence and other pelvic issues.
New NHS report highlights why new hospital facilities are needed for Lancashire and South Cumbria
The local NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria has published a new report explaining why funding for new hospital facilities is essential for the health of local people.
NHS Patients, staff and visitors must continue to wear surgical face masks in healthcare settings
England’s Chief Nurse has today reminded the public that everyone accessing or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a surgical face mask and follow social distancing rules.