Latest news stories from ELHT
Find out what’s been going on recently at the Trust.
This is everyone’s problem says hospital Chief in latest interview
Kevin McGee, who is Joint Chief Executive of East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, also chairs the Lancashire and South Cumbria group monitoring activity in hospitals across the patch has outlined the true extent of the challenge faced by the NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria and called on everyone in the community to help by following the restrictions in place.
Temporary suspension of minor injuries services at Accrington Victoria Community Hospital
Local health bosses have announced that they will be suspending the provision of services at the minor injuries unit at Accrington Victoria Community Hospital.
Macmillan Pod still open
People living with cancer in Pennine Lancashire can still access vital information and support from a dedicated team at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust.
Sad announcement of the loss of a colleague
It is with deep sadness we share the devastating news that we have tragically lost a valued member of the ELHT family to coronavirus.
East Lancashire Hospital employees receive New Year’s Day Honours
Two employees from East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust join a privileged list of people who have been highlighted for their extraordinary achievements from across the UK in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List.
Burnley Hospital joins the network of sites across England delivering the world-leading Covid-19 vaccine programme
Burnley General Teaching Hospital opens one of the regions latest vaccination hubs.
Breakout space brings comfort to Critical Care patients and staff at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
A re-designed breakout space at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) has provided much needed comfort to critical care patients, their families, and staff, during the pandemic, giving a glimmer of normality to those who otherwise would not be able to leave the ward.