23 December 2024
An update on weight loss medication, tirzepatide
On 23 December 2024 the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) published the Technology Appraisal in relation to tirzepatide (Mounjaro™) which is a…
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20 December 2024
Walk-in winter vaccinations to continue despite closure of booking service for flu…
Local residents who have yet to take up the offer of free vaccinations against flu and COVID-19 this winter have been reminded that they can…
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19 December 2024
Remote monitoring toolkits are reassuring families of local residents receiving home care
The Whzan Blue Box contains various wireless, portable instruments which enable care providers to identify signs of deterioration and illness earlier. Through regular readings of vital signs such as pulse,…
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17 December 2024
Get the care you need this Christmas
Most NHS services in the community will close for at least some of the Christmas period, but a senior local doctor has issued guidance on how patients can access care…
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16 December 2024
Advice for parents on common childhood winter illness
A senior local nurse has urged parents to prepare for common illnesses which children often experience during the winter months. Understanding these winter ailments and how to manage them is…
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13 December 2024
Remember to order your repeat prescriptions in time for Christmas
A senior local pharmacist is urging residents to ensure that they have enough supply of any medications they need to last them over the festive period. With many practices and…