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8 March 2023
‘Step into work’: your future career in the NHS begins now
If you want to work in the NHS but don’t have the right qualifications, then our 8 week step into work programme is ideal for you.
7 March 2023
TV stars join NHS campaign to get country talking about bowel cancer screening
In a new film discussing the importance of bowel cancer screening, Alan Titchmarsh and Tommy Walsh will urge those eligible to return their lifesaving bowel cancer screening home…
3 March 2023
Patient describes innovative virtual ward as ‘marvellous’
Patients with severe lung conditions can have expert care from their own home instead of hospital thanks to an investment in new technology.
3 March 2023
Pregnant? We’ll help you give up smoking so you can give your baby the best start
Wednesday, March 8 is national No Smoking Day.
2 March 2023
Mum urges everyone to understand the signs of stroke
Angela Johnston has issued some sound advice about how to spot the signs of stroke and take them seriously.
28 February 2023
NHS Trust asks: Do you still need your appointment?
In line with national processes our Trust is making sure all patients on our waiting lists still require our specialist services. To do this we are sending text messages to…
24 February 2023
Urgent treatment centres delivering more care closer to home
In north Cumbria we have two urgent treatment centres – one in Keswick and one in Penrith. If you have an injury that is urgent but not life threatening these may be closer than…
22 February 2023
More support for carers of patients leaving hospital
New carer health co-ordinators are bringing much needed support to carers of patients when they are being discharged from hospital.