26 July 2023

Update on Wenlock Street Surgery

Further to our announcement last week that Wenlock Street Surgery will close on 28 July, following the resignation of Dr Saleh, the sole GP partner for the surgery, a list of…

26 July 2023

Stoma patients benefit from new specialist service

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes who have a stoma can now take advantage of a dedicated prescription service to make sure the stoma products they receive are the right…

25 July 2023

Health and care partners commit to tackling major employment and health challenges

The links between health and employment in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes were the focus of a first-of-its-kind seminar held in Flitwick on Friday 21 July. Around 80 people from local…

19 July 2023

Statement on the closure of Wenlock Street Surgery, Luton

Today, Wednesday 19 July, we are informing patients of Wenlock Street Surgery in Luton that their practice will close on Friday 28 July, following a Care Quality Commission (CQC) Inspection and…

19 July 2023

Event to support local care providers with digital innovation hailed great success

Around 80 care sector staff from across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes came together recently to learn about the latest digital tools and innovations that can help improve care experience. The…

18 July 2023

Integrated Care Board finance team achieves accredited status

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board has been handed a key NHS financial accreditation as it seeks to make best use of public money. The NHS Finance Towards Excellence…

17 July 2023

Cost of Living Grant helping to reduce food poverty in Bedford

A local charity has expanded a service helping to reduce food poverty in Bedford thanks to a cost of living grant. IMPAKT Food is a community larder currently operating out of…

17 July 2023

Local NHS launches innovative app to support international nurses

The NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) is giving a boost to internationally educated staff with the launch of an innovative app to provide them with valuable support as…

12 July 2023

“Use health services wisely” call as NHS strikes approach

Health leaders across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are urging local people to choose services wisely ahead of widespread strike action in the NHS over the next two weeks. Junior doctors…

5 July 2023

NHS’s 75th birthday to be marked in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes

The NHS celebrates its 75th birthday on Wednesday 5 July, with people and organisations across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes set to join in the festivities. Public buildings across Bedfordshire, Luton…

29 June 2023

Award success for Bedfordshire Breastfeeding Buddies

A group of caring and diligent NHS volunteers in Bedfordshire have been recognised for their vital contribution to breastfeeding support. The Breastfeeding Buddies from Bedfordshire Community Health Services (part of Cambridgeshire…

29 June 2023

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership celebrates first birthday

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership is celebrating its first birthday this week – marking a significant milestone in the transformation of healthcare services in the region. Since…

26 June 2023

Supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our local population.

Sam*, from Bedfordshire, was caring for her mum, who had become blind, and her dad, who had been suffering with Tuberculosis.  The caring role was leaving Sam very anxious and stressed,…

22 June 2023

NHS commemorates 75th anniversary of Windrush

As Britain marks the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Windrush, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB) joins the nation in honouring and celebrating the enduring…

20 June 2023

Book a smear test urges NHS as screening numbers decline

With the number of women going for a cervical screening test falling year-on-year, the NHS is urging women to prioritise their health this Cervical Screening Awareness Week (19 to 25 June…