Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System

10/05/2026

The HPV vaccine helps protect boys against cancers like head, neck, and mouth cancer.

Boys born after 1 Sept 2009 who missed it can catch up at their GP until age 25.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

10/05/2026

If you need urgent support in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent you can now call 111 and select the mental health option to talk to a mental health professional and get help 24/7. More information is available on our website: https://staffsstoke.icb.nhs.uk/our-work/mental-health-2/crisis-mental-health-access-via-nhs-111/

09/05/2026

protect babies and young children from serious illnesses like measles, polio, and meningitis. They’re safe, effective, and free on the .
Your GP will contact you when it’s time.
Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

09/05/2026

Your health data is safer with the NHS Federated Data Platform’s privacy-enhancing technology. Find out more at

NHS England » NHS Federated Data Platform

08/05/2026

Over 40? It’s time to check your blood pressure.
High blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart disease, and kidney problems.
A 10-minute check today could protect your future.
Find your nearest pharmacy for a free check - https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

08/05/2026

08/05/2026

Having trouble with your hearing? You can now self-refer into NHS audiology services to get the support you need. Visit
https://staffsstokeics.org.uk/audiology-
self-referral to find out if you’re eligible.

07/05/2026

In pain or facing an urgent dental issue?
Extra NHS urgent dental appointments are now available in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
Call the Dental Advice Line for help.
More info: https://tinyurl.com/4z84pzxz

07/05/2026

Take the Talking Matters Quiz!

To help everyone explore how they feel about talking about death and dying, we’ve made the Talking Matters Quiz.

Play along to discover how 1,000 recently bereaved people in the UK feel about language and communication at the end of life based on their own experiences – you may be surprised by their answers.

Get some handy tips and advice to feel more confident in having honest, timely conversations about death and dying.

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Take the quiz: https://www.hospiceuk.org/our-campaigns/dying-matters/dying-matters-awareness-week/talking-matters-quiz

07/05/2026

The You and Your General Practice (YYGP) guidelines describe what practices and patients can expect of each other.

Practices must link to YYGP from their practice website.

Read the guidelines: https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/you-and-your-general-practice/

06/05/2026

Need urgent support for your mental health? Call 111 and select the mental health option to talk to a mental health professional in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. More information is available on our website: https://staffsstoke.icb.nhs.uk/our-work/mental-health-2/crisis-mental-health-access-via-nhs-111/