People across Lancashire and South Cumbria are being encouraged to do their bit to help reduce loneliness among older people - simply by sending a postcard.

Health officials in Lancashire and South Cumbria are promoting a new campaign to raise awareness of specialist services offered by GP practices in the region.

Cancer services within Lancashire and South Cumbria have been rated highly by local adults in the 2021 National Cancer Patient Experience Survey.

Almost 3,000 people in Rossendale have received potentially life-saving lung health “MOTs” since a new NHS scheme was launched in May.

A GP who supports the population health work across Lancashire and South Cumbria was amazed to find how much weight she lost after taking part in an exercise programme with patients.

Today marks the beginning of a new era for health and care services across Lancashire and South Cumbria as the way services are planned, paid for and delivered changes to better meet the needs of local people.

One of Lancashire and South Cumbria’s lead GPs has been recognised for his significant contribution to public health.

A new mum has spoken of her relief at how supportive colleagues were during her return to work after maternity leave.

The importance of urging people to ‘keep talking’ was highlighted at a regional conference aimed at tackling suicide and self-harm.

Apprentices from across Lancashire and South Cumbria were celebrated at the region’s first NHS Health and Care Apprenticeship Awards.

Patients have been able to move up hospital waiting lists thanks to an innovative artificial intelligence service being piloted by the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS

During this year’s Diabetes Week (13 to 19 June), healthcare professionals in Lancashire and South Cumbria are supporting local residents to understand more about diabetes and to increase confidence in managing the condition.

Lancashire and South Cumbria’s new chief medical director vows to “take advantage of the exciting opportunities” that changes in health and care legislation will offer.

Information for observing the Strategic Commissioning Committee - 9 June

Volunteers across Lancashire and South Cumbria have been praised by health chiefs ahead of Thank You Day this weekend.