18 March 2026
Meningitis – what you need to know
There is currently an outbreak of meningitis in Canterbury, Kent. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is leading the response. Meningitis is an infection of…
Health Conversations on…Podcast series
We have launched a ‘BLMK Health Conversations On…’ podcast.
The podcast is hosted by Felicity Cox, Executive Lead of the BLMK Integrated Care System.
The podcast show is for anyone interested in the changes that are happening in health and social care, and how services are joining up to help people live long and healthy lives across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/38gkk0nCImmvbbI1CKuVVD?si=08a2a51947094855
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/blmk-health-conversations-on/id1591415787
Join the conversation, listen to the show, and share with colleagues, friends and family.
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