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28 March 2023
Join Alex in making an inspirational NHS career change
When Alex was a young girl she wanted to be a midwife. She never pursued her dream job because she felt that she wouldn’t be able to cope with the situations that sometimes…
27 March 2023
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
A leading nurse urology specialist at NCIC is urging men to seek help if they are experiencing symptoms of Prostate Cancer.
20 March 2023
Leading NCIC consultant urges people to complete bowel screening test
Frank Hinson urges everyone over 60 to take the test.
14 March 2023
Good nutrition and hydration can help prevent conditions like ulcers and heart disease
This week is Nutrition and Hydration Week.
10 March 2023
Local midwife urges people to return to practice
Returning to practice is now easier than ever with blended learning at the University of Cumbria, coupled with a minimum of 250 hours in practice.
9 March 2023
Kidney transplant heroes showcase the rewards of donation
Brave Cumbrian transplant heroes Becky Seaton and Daymon Johnstone, are preparing to represent the GB at the World Transplant games in Australia.
9 March 2023
Industrial action by junior doctors
The BMA has announced its junior doctors in England will be taking industrial action beginning with a full 72-hour walkout in March.
9 March 2023
Community rapid response avoids thousands of hospital admissions
The team is made up of district nurses, physiotherapists and occupational therapists as well as advanced clinical practitioners and other professionals.
8 March 2023
Give quitting a go on No Smoking Day
Research shows smoking significantly increases the risk of dementia.