East Lancashire NHS

07/10/2026

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📢 Have your say on proposed changes to vascular services across Lancashire, South Cumbria and Wigan.

The NHS is consulting on a proposal to create one vascular network across our sites, with Royal Preston Hospital becoming the specialist centre for planned and emergency inpatient vascular surgery.

We want to hear from local people, patients, families and carers before any decision is made.

Find out more and have your say: https://orlo.uk/PGg1h

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

30/09/2026

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Help shape the future of health and care in Lancashire and South Cumbria

We're refreshing the NHS Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) strategy and we'd like to hear your views.

A lot has changed since our current strategy was developed. As we look ahead, we want to understand what matters most to local people and communities.

What should our priorities be? Where can we make the biggest difference? What challenges and opportunities should we focus on?

Please take 5 to 10 minutes to complete our short survey and help shape the future direction of health and care across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

📋 Complete the survey here: https://orlo.uk/1cJ8B

🗓️ The survey closes on 25 October 2026.

Thank you for sharing your views and helping us ensure local voices are at the heart of our plans.

15/09/2026

💛 Lace up your walking shoes and help shine a light on youth homelessness, mental health and su***de awareness.

Join the Light Up the Hills Sponsored Walk 2026 on Saturday 26 September in Accrington. The 7-mile evening walk will raise funds for PAC - Positive Action in the Community and support people affected by homelessness, domestic abuse and mental health challenges.

Find out more and book your place today. 🥾✨

17/08/2026

If you're due or overdue your cervical screening, pop along to Lidl in Colne - no appointment required.

The Cervical Screening Bus is coming to Colne!

No appointment is required – simply turn up if you're eligible.

📍 LIDL Colne, North Valley Road
📅 Wednesday 19th August

Cervical screening helps prevent cervical cancer by finding and treating changes early, before they become a problem.

If you've received your invitation, don't delay. Cervical screening saves lives. 💙

Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care Board Macmillan Cancer Support Spring North

17/07/2026

💜 Congratulations to Grace Banham on receiving a prestigious British Citizen Award in recognition of her outstanding support for families affected by baby loss, birth trauma and maternal mental health challenges.

Following the loss of her daughter Violet eight years ago, Grace has dedicated herself to helping others, using her experience to raise awareness, support bereaved families and help shape services across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

From co-designing the Lancashire and South Cumbria Reproductive Trauma Service to helping develop peer support for those grieving the loss of a baby, Grace's compassion and commitment continue to make a real difference.

A truly deserved recognition. Thank you, Grace, for everything you do for families across our communities. 💜

23/06/2026

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An amber heat-health alert is now in place across the North West.

Hot weather can affect your health, especially if you are older, very young, or living with a long-term condition. It’s important to take a few simple steps to stay safe.

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Avoid the sun between 11am and 3pm
• Keep your home cool by closing curtains during the day
• Check in on family, friends and neighbours who may be at risk

By following this advice, you can reduce the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

👉 Read the full update and advice: https://orlo.uk/uQ3qv

01/05/2026

Hyndburn residents have your say! 🗣️

Hyndburn residents asked to give views on proposed GP practice branch closures.

Read more - https://orlo.uk/BXxjt

18/03/2026

🚍 Cervical screening session Accrington – update ❗

Unfortunately, today’s Living Well Bus cervical screening session at Inspire Accrington has been cancelled. Despite our best efforts, we’ve been unable to run this session at short notice. We’re really sorry for any inconvenience or disappointment this may cause, especially for anyone who was planning to attend.

Thank you for your understanding.

02/02/2026

From today, Monday 2 February 2026, patients attending the Minor Injuries Unit at Acorn Primary Healthcare Centre in Accrington will need to access the Unit via the building's main entrance , located directly within the main car park.

This is a temporary measure whilst essential redevelopment work takes place. The MIU reception desk will be based in the main atrium, and the check‑in and streaming process will stay exactly the same.

From today, Monday 2 February 2026, patients attending the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) at Acorn Primary Healthcare Centre in Accrington will need to access the Unit via the main entrance of Acorn, located directly within the main car park.
This is a temporary measure whilst essential redevelopment work takes place. The MIU reception desk will be based in the main atrium, and the check‑in and streaming process will stay exactly the same.
All services will continue as normal — only the entrance is changing.
Clear signage will be in place to help guide you to the right location but please share this update to help spread the word as widely as possible.

22/01/2026

To avoid overcrowding in the hospital Emergency Department and enable colleagues to treat people as quickly as possible, we ask that only one person accompany a patient receiving treatment - this can be increased if the patient is in a critical condition.

Children - any child under the age of 18 is able to have two parents or carers accompany them to the Emergency Department.

Make sure you are using the most appropriate service for health needs, click the link to find out more: https://elht.nhs.uk/choose-well