Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

02/09/2026

🎓 Starting university this autumn?

Before Freshers' Week begins, make sure your health is on the checklist too. Register with a local GP, check your vaccinations are up to date, and if you're eligible, take up the offer of the MenB vaccine to help protect against a rare but serious disease.

Find out more in our latest news story 👇

28/08/2026

👨‍⚕ Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday weekend.

If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online for urgent medical help.

📲 111.nhs.uk

27/08/2026

🚨 Planning for the bank holiday weekend? Don't forget your health essentials.

Many GP practices and pharmacies across Lancashire and South Cumbria will be closed over the late summer bank holiday weekend and on Monday 31 August. Now is a good time to order any repeat prescriptions and make sure you have enough medication to last the weekend.

It's also worth checking your medicine cabinet and stocking up on essentials such as:

✅ Paracetamol and ibuprofen
✅ Cough and cold remedies
✅ Antihistamines
✅ Indigestion medicine
✅ Anti-diarrhoea tablets and oral rehydration salts

Need to find an open pharmacy? View bank holiday pharmacy opening times here: https://orlo.uk/TaS7c

If you need urgent health advice over the weekend, visit https://orlo.uk/PSEwi or call 111.

For life-threatening emergencies, always call 999 or attend A&E.

Planning ahead now can help you enjoy the bank holiday without worrying about where to get help or medication. 💙

27/08/2026

Don't forget to collect your repeat prescription ahead of the August bank holiday weekend, to ensure you don't run out of medication.

Some pharmacies may have reduced opening hours over the bank holiday.

Check opening times here ▶️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies

26/08/2026

⛈️There are thunderstorm warnings across the North West.

This can trigger symptoms in those with lung conditions, like asthma.

If the weather makes your symptoms worse and you need to use your inhaler more, talk to your pharmacist, contact your GP or NHS 111.

25/08/2026

🚴‍♀️ A team of healthcare professionals from Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is taking on a gruelling 140-mile cycle ride across Lancashire to raise awareness of cancer prehabilitation and support Rosemere Cancer Centre.

Over two days, the cyclists will visit football clubs involved in the Cancer Prehab programme, showcasing how exercise, nutrition and wellbeing support can help people prepare for cancer treatment closer to home.

💗 Donate: https://www.justgiving.com/page/rosemere-prehab-bikeride

Read the full story ⬇️
https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/909

Rosemere Cancer Foundation

24/08/2026

🧶 A huge thank you to the Leyland U3A Knitting and Crochet Group for donating a wonderful collection of handmade twiddlemuffs and octopus twiddle toys to our hospitals.

These sensory aids are used to support patients living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism and mental health difficulties, helping to reduce agitation, provide stimulation and offer comfort. 💙

Your generosity helps our teams provide compassionate, person-centred care every day. Thank you for making a difference.

24/08/2026

20/08/2026

🐾 Congratulations to therapy dog Dr Riggs, who has been shortlisted for a BBC Radio Lancashire ‘Make a Difference’ Award in the Animal category!

Alongside his owner, Linzi Bannister, Dr Riggs spends time supporting patients, visitors and staff at Chorley and South Ribble Hospital, helping to reduce anxiety and bring comfort to those who need it most.

Shortlisted from more than 1,000 entries, this recognition highlights the incredible difference they make every week.

Good luck to Linzi and Dr Riggs at the awards ceremony in September! 💙

You can read the full article on our website ⬇️
https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/908

You can also listen to the full interview on the Graham Liver show from today (20 August), on BBC Sounds. The interview begins at the 2 hours and 20 minutes mark.

20/08/2026

EXPECT A TEXT!

We’re changing the way that patients manage their hospital appointments with PEP+, our new patient engagement portal.

Look out for a text from ‘NHSAppt’ and follow the link. It’s the fast and easy way to:
• View your appointments
• Cancel and reschedule appointments
• View your hospital letters
• Update your personal information.

You will need your NHS number to log in.

For more information about PEP+ visit our website: https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/patientengagementportal