East Lancashire NHS

02/09/2025

Pregnancy can alter your body's immune response and therefore make you more susceptible to infections.

As we head into autumn we are more than likely to start to see rising cases of flu - if you are pregnant, please consider protecting yourself and your unborn baby from what can be a severe illness.

The vaccination (which is completely safe during pregnancy) is available NOW - please don't delay, speak to your midwife or GP surgery for further advice.

https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

From today, pregnant women can get the flu vaccine to help protect themselves and their baby.

Contact your maternity service, GP surgery or community pharmacy to schedule yours.

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

08/07/2025

Our 2024 - 2025 annual report is now live, celebrating the hard work of our team, volunteers and documenting the last 12 months of projects and research📑

Some of our highlights from the past year:

- 9760 experiences of health and care services were listened to 👂
- 581 people supported with clear signposting to the right services 👋
- 42 reports published to influence local decision-making 📝
- 30 Enter and View visits completed 🔍
- Our dedicated volunteers delivered 947 hours of support to help us reach more people ⏰

You can read our full annual report here👉 https://bit.ly/HWLAnnualReports

26/06/2025

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👥 We need your voice!

The NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria is looking for people to join our Virtual Citizen Panel. It’s an easy way to help shape the future of local health and care services - from the comfort of your home.

🖥️ It’s completely online
🗣️ No jargon, just your honest views
📬 We’ll send occasional surveys to gather your feedback

Whether you’re passionate about mental health, GP services, or care for older people — we want to hear from you.

👉 Sign up today: https://orlo.uk/KKDSC

27/05/2025

Please consider your treatment options carefully and be aware that the emergency department at Blackburn is currently extremely busy.

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22/05/2025

The Burnley Health Mela returns on Saturday 31st May. More details below👇

Come join us at the Burnley Health Mela - Anatomy Activity for a fun and interactive way to learn about the human body!

22/05/2025

The Burnley Health Mela is back on Saturday 31st May. More details below👇

💥💉🩺💊🩹💀 A FREE EVENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY💀🩹💊🩺💉
📅 Saturday 31st May (Put this date in your diary or on your calendar)
⏰11am to 3pm-
📍Trafalgar Street, Victoria Mill Building, Trafalgar Street, Burnley BB11 1RA
🚗Free Event with Free Parking

Burnley Health Mela - Anatomy Activity For all ages!!!!
Join us for a vibrant day of health exhibits, free checks, expert advice, and fun for all ages. Enjoy comprehensive Health MOTs with physical checks, blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure tests, plus face-to-face consultations.

Interactive Anatomy zone
Explore striking, image-driven displays and hands-on exhibits that reveal the wonders of the human body.

Explore the wonders of the human body through hands-on discovery:
🧠 Brain exploration – uncover the brain's fascinating structure!
💀 Skeleton secrets – explore bones with augmented reality.
🩺 Medical Innovations – experience cutting-edge state-of-the-art technology.
🎁 Win amazing prizes while discovering the marvels of human health!

Interactive Anatomy zone
Explore striking, image-driven displays and hands-on exhibits that reveal the wonders of the human body.

Event highlights:
• Cutting-edge medical innovations, engaging anatomy activities & augmented reality experiences
• Teddy Bear Clinic for family-friendly fun
• Bollywood dance performances and prizes!

Attendees Aged 16 and Above:
• We are pleased to welcome individuals who are 16 years of age or older to attend our events independently. This change in our policy reflects our commitment to making our events accessible to a wider audience, including young adults and students.
For Attendees Under 16 Years:
• All attendees under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. It's important that each child under 16 is with someone over 18 for the whole event. This ensures their safety and compliance with our event guidelines.

Photography
Please be aware that throughout the duration of the event there will be official event photography/filming taking place for marketing and promotional purposes.
This event has been arranged by the University of Central Lancashire.

21/05/2025

👇

👥 We need your voice!

The NHS in Lancashire and South Cumbria is looking for people to join our Virtual Citizen Panel. It’s an easy way to help shape the future of local health and care services — from the comfort of your home.

🖥️ It’s completely online
🗣️ No jargon, just your honest views
📬 We’ll send occasional surveys to gather your feedback

Whether you’re passionate about mental health, GP services, or care for older people — we want to hear from you.

👉 Sign up today: https://orlo.uk/Qm5ZC

20/05/2025

Pop down to Hodge House in Nelson, lots going on from blood pressure checks, weight and pulse checks to menopause education, advice from the community genetics team and much more !

14/05/2025

09/04/2025

WorkWell is a programme that we are piloting in Lancashire and South Cumbria that aims to help disabled people and people with health conditions to start and stay in work.