News

20 May 2024

Whooping cough on the rise

A leading expert at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust says people should get themselves and their babies vaccinated against whooping cough, if they haven’t done so…

14 May 2024

Funding boost for Penrith Community Hospital’s League of Friends

Penrith Community Hospital’s League of Friends have benefitted from a funding boost of £1000 as part of Benefact Group’s Movement for Good Awards to support their vital work. Linda…

13 May 2024

A look inside the new Stroke Rehabilitation Ward at WCH

As the hospital prepares to open, some of the staff from our stroke rehabilitation team took us round for a sneak peek!

13 May 2024

Mental Health Awareness Week - every day we see the difference keeping active can make!

Even a short burst of 10 minutes’ brisk activity can boost your mood and increase your mental alertness and energy. It can also help reduce stress and anxiety and help you to sleep…

10 May 2024

Two west Cumbrian nurses share inspiring stories ahead of Nurses Day

Two West Cumbrian nurses are sharing their inspirational nursing stories to mark International Day of the Nurse. International Nurses’ Day is an annual opportunity to thank,…