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Four weeks countdown to get spring vaccination in the Midlands
The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in the Midlands has administered more than 712,640 spring vaccinations which is more than half of those eligible. Those eligible who have not yet had their vaccination are encouraged to come forward before the seasonal campaign ends on 30 June. Friday 30 June is also the last chance for those […]
A faster referral process for people needing eye care in hospital
The NHS is transforming how eye services are delivered by introducing a digital referral system for eye care clinicians referring patients to eyecare services. This means a quicker and easier process behind the scenes, resulting in a seamless and faster patient journey. The new referral system, ‘Midlands Electronic eyecare Referral System’ (EeRS), will allow clinicians […]
People in the East Midlands encouraged to take vital steps to prevent Type 2 diabetes
People in the East Midlands are being encouraged to take vital steps to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by making some simple changes to their lifestyle ahead of Diabetes Prevention Week, which runs from 22-28 May. The health complications of getting Type 2 diabetes can be serious and life changing – these […]
People in the West Midlands encouraged to take vital steps to prevent Type 2 diabetes
People in the West Midlands are being encouraged to take vital steps to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by making some simple changes to their lifestyle ahead of Diabetes Prevention Week, which runs from 22-28 May. The health complications of getting Type 2 diabetes can be serious and life changing – these […]
People in the West Midlands are being reminded to get help if they are struggling with their mental health
This Mental Health Awareness Week, people in the West Midlands are being reminded to seek support if they are struggling with their mental health. The theme of this year’s campaign, which runs from 15 to 21 May, is ‘Anxiety’. Anxiety can cause many different symptoms, affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It is a feeling people […]
People in the East Midlands are being reminded to get help if they are struggling with their mental health
This Mental Health Awareness Week, people in the East Midlands are being reminded to seek support if they are struggling with their mental health. The theme of this year’s campaign, which runs from 15 to 21 May, is ‘Anxiety’. Anxiety can cause many different symptoms, affecting thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It is a feeling people […]
NHS in Midlands vaccinates more than 67% of care home residents in four weeks
The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in the Midlands has vaccinated more than 67% of its eligible older adult care home residents since the campaign began on 3 April. Roving teams of NHS staff have visited care homes across the Midlands to offer the spring jab. They will continue to visit the remaining older adult care […]
NHS waits of more than 18 months in the Midlands reduced by over 85%
NHS staff in the Midlands have reduced waits of more than 18 months for scans, surgical procedures and other routine treatment by over 85%, as part of the elective recovery plan to address the longest waiting times for patients. Despite significant pressures on the NHS, the hard work of staff across the Midlands has seen […]
NHS in Midlands delivers 175,000 spring covid jabs
The NHS Covid-19 Vaccination Programme in the Midlands has vaccinated more than 175,000 people with a spring covid dose since the campaign formally launched last month. NHS staff have been going into older adult care homes to offer residents the vaccine since 3 April, while everyone else who is eligible including people aged 75 and […]
Patients asked to attend NHS appointments and seek urgent care as needed during latest strikes
NHS patients in the Midlands are advised to still seek urgent care if they need it during industrial action planned by nurses next week. The NHS will contact anyone whose appointment needs to be rescheduled due to strike action. If the NHS has not contacted you, it is important to attend appointments as planned. The […]