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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.
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Appoints Interim Chief Executive
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) has today announced the appointment of Martin Hodgson as Interim Chief Executive.
NHS chief hails ‘unprecedented’ honour for staff
Sir Simon Stevens today hailed the “skill and compassion and the fortitude” of health service staff as the NHS was awarded the George Cross for 73 years dedicated service and the response to COVID by Her Majesty the Queen.