Public urged to choose health services wisely as further NHS strikes loom

With further doctors’ strikes due to affect the NHS in August, senior local doctors are again warning the public to choose services wisely during the industrial action. Junior doctors will…

Bedford charity helps to rebuild lives with grant support

A charity in Bedford is helping to rebuild lives in their local community, thanks to support from a cost of living grant. The King’s Arms Project is a charity in…

Bedford charity helps to rebuild lives with grant support

A charity in Bedford is helping to rebuild lives in their local community, thanks to support from a cost of living grant. The King’s Arms Project is a charity in…

Digital Social Care Record leads to better, safer care for local residents

As part of the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership’s digital transformation agenda, the Digitising Social Care programme is working hard to provide support and funding to…

Digital Social Care Record leads to better, safer care for local residents

As part of the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership’s digital transformation agenda, the Digitising Social Care programme is working hard to provide support and funding to…

ICB Leaders respond to Central Bedfordshire Council’s support for additional health and care services in…

Commenting on the update from Central Bedfordshire Council, published on Friday 28 July 2023, Dr Rima Makarem, Chair of the BLMK Integrated Care Board, said: “We are pleased to be…

“Get up to date on children’s jabs” call as summer holidays arrive

Parents of school-aged children in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been urged to bring their vaccinations up to date during the summer holidays, as fears rise of a surge…

Update on additional health and care services in Leighton Buzzard

In May, we were pleased to publish our Feasibility Study into additional health and care services in Leighton Buzzard. The Study highlighted the options for increasing health capacity in the…

Live Well Newsletter Issue 5 2023

Welcome to our fifth issue of 2023 of Live Well, the partner newsletter for the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership. To be added to our mailing…

Patients to get the help they need more quickly as new Unscheduled Care Hub launched…

A brand new Unscheduled Care Hub has been unveiled in Luton to support more patients to get the help they need more quickly. Paramedics will be able to transfer suitable…

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…

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…

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…

Wenlock Street Surgery, Luton

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Population health management

Population health management is a new approach which helps us understand people’s health and care needs and how they are likely to change in the future. It helps us to…

How data is collected

Data is collected every time you are in contact with a health and care organisation. Your contact details, information about your NHS appointments, and the medicines or treatments you receive…

East Bedford PCN coffee morning

3 August 2023 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm King Church Hall, Harrowden Road Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Lakeside Health and Wellbeing Event

28 July 2023 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Warren Park, Bletchley MK Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Big conversation – Drop in NOAH

1 August 2023 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Luton Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Big conversation – Leaside Heath and wellbeing event

28 July 2023 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Big conversation – See the ability – not the disability (young people)

28 July 2023 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Luton – st Georges square Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Big conversation – Bedford Hospital Site (outside Swannery Restaurant)

20 July 2023 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Bedford Hospital, Bedford Borough Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

Big conversation – See the ability, not the disability – Neuro and hidden disabilities.

20 July 2023 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Luton – St Georges Square Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live

“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…

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,…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

500 young people in Bedfordshire benefit from local investment to build key skills

500 young people aged five to 16 years old in Bedfordshire have benefitted from an innovative scheme to help build self-confidence, self-esteem, resilience, communication thanks to a cost-of-living grant. The…

500 young people in Bedfordshire benefit from local investment to build key skills

500 young people aged five to 16 years old in Bedfordshire have benefitted from an innovative scheme to help build self-confidence, self-esteem, resilience, communication thanks to a cost-of-living grant. The…

NHS urges asthmatics and hay fever sufferers to plan ahead as thunderstorms expected to hit…

The NHS is urging people with asthma and who suffer from hay fever to plan ahead as heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit the East of England on…

“Last chance” call over COVID-19 vaccinations

Thousands of eligible people who have not yet come forward for COVID-19 vaccinations have been reminded that they have only two weeks left to get their jabs before the offer…

‘Are you the Giving Type?’ public asked during National Blood Donor Week

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been asked ‘Are you the Giving Type?’ as part of a campaign to increase the number of blood donors. This year the…

‘Lift someone out of loneliness,’ NHS urges during Loneliness Week

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been urged to look out for signs of loneliness in friends and family this week as the UK marks Loneliness Week 2023…

‘Think about hay fever care at home,’ NHS urges as pollen count and website hits…

The number of hay fever sufferers seeking advice from the NHS website in England has more than tripled in over the last few weeks – reaching a total of over…

GP Partner appointed to Integrated Care Board

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB) has confirmed Dr Sahadev Swain as its newly appointed GP Partner Member. Dr Swain, who lives in Hertfordshire, has worked…

Michelle to champion carers in new trustee role

Having been a carer for her father, Michelle Evans-Riches always marks Carers’ Week, but this year it means even more as she’s been appointed as a trustee at a local…

Share your views on local urgent eyecare services

The NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes is seeking the views of residents who have experience of using the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES). CUES was established during the…

Local NHS organisations celebrate Volunteers’ Week 2023

There’s never been a better time to join the more than 16 million Brits who volunteer through a group, club or organisation.  That’s the view of Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton…

Live Well Newsletter Issue 4 2023

Welcome to our fourth issue of 2023 of Live Well, the partner newsletter for the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership. To be added to our mailing…

Decision Planner

Transparency and accountability in decision making are important to the ICB so forthcoming decisions for the next few months are published below. The Decision Planner is published approximately every month…

Cost of living grant helps to support Bedford families

A Bedford charity has been able to provide practical and emotional support to children and families under stress thanks to a cost of living grant fund. FACES provides support to…

Cost of living grant helps to support Bedford families

A Bedford charity has been able to provide practical and emotional support to children and families under stress thanks to a cost of living grant fund. FACES provides support to…

Patient Participation Week

Patient Participation Week 31 May – 6 June aims to raise the profile of patient groups who work with the NHS to help steer NHS treatment using the experiences and…

Local mental health project wins ‘Innovation of the Year’ award

A local mental health programme has been named the winner of the ‘Innovation of the Year’ award at the national Integrated Health Awards 2023. The Shine Programme is a unique…

Pharmacy opening times for the Bank Holiday – Monday, 28 May

Some local pharmacies may have different opening hours during a bank holiday. Please see below pharmacy opening time for Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Please…

NHS urges people to plan ahead for the warm bank holiday weekend

The NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes is asking people to plan ahead for the bank holiday weekend and ensure they have the medication they need. Some GP practices…

NHS makes ‘know your risk’ call in Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been urged to check their individual risk of type 2 diabetes as part of a prevention campaign. Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week…

Priory Gardens Surgery moves into new Grove View Integrated Health and Care Hub

Priory Gardens Surgery in Dunstable has moved into new premises at the Grove View Integrated Health and Care Hub – with patients set to benefit from improved facilities and better…

Feasibility Study of additional health and care services in Leighton Buzzard released

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board has today [17 May 23] published the initial findings of its Feasibility Study, after land was highlighted for potential release by the…

Partnership deal between NHS and voluntary organisations set to benefit local residents

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are set to benefit from a new contract signed by the local NHS and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. The Integrated…

Mental health project shortlisted for three national awards

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB)’s Shine Wellbeing Prescription programme is celebrating after being shortlisted in three categories at two different forthcoming awards ceremonies. The triple…

All eligible patients now able to book Spring COVID-19 vaccinations

Eligible patients in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes who are eligible for a COVID-19 Spring vaccination have been informed that all invitations have been issued and that they can now…

NHS 75 – share your views

On Wednesday 5 July 2023 the NHS marks 75 years of service and ahead of this celebration, we would like to hear your views on health and care both now…

World Asthma Day event held in Luton

Tuesday 2 May 2023 was World Asthma Day and, to mark the day, Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB) hosted a community event in Luton aimed…

ICB Board Meeting

30 June 2023 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Central Bedfordshire Council Offices Monks Walk, Chicksands Shefford, Bedfordshire SG17 5TQ United Kingdom + Google Map Add to calendar Google Calendar…

Live Well Newsletter Issue 3 2023

Welcome to our fourth issue of 2023 of Live Well, the partner newsletter for the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership. To be added to our mailing…

NHS advises patients to plan ahead for the May bank holiday weekends

With the first May bank holiday weekend fast approaching, the NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes is reminding patients to plan ahead and ensure they have the medication they…

Bowel cancer: early detection saves lives

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, affecting over 42,000 people every year. Despite its prevalence, there is still a lack of awareness about the disease,…

Bowel cancer: early detection saves lives

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, affecting over 42,000 people every year. Despite its prevalence, there is still a lack of awareness about the disease,…

“Let’s get Healthier Together!” call at launch of new health website for children, parents and…

A brand new website has today (Monday 24 April) been launched to improve the health and wellbeing of children, young people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. Healthier Together brings…

Local NHS organisations take the lead as world marks Earth Day

As the world gets ready to mark Earth Day (Saturday 22 April), NHS organisations in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are showing that even the most routine areas of NHS…

‘Healthy Mother, Healthy Pregnancy’ event for health and care professionals

Health and care professionals in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are being invited to attend a ‘Healthy Mother, Healthy Pregnancy’ event on Wednesday 3 May 2023. Led by the Local…

New provider confirmed for Ivel Medical Centre in Biggleswade

A temporary contract has been awarded for the provision of GP services at Ivel Medical Centre in Biggleswade. From Thursday 1 June 2023, Malzeard Road Medical Centre will provide GP…

Local NHS to hold World Asthma Day event for children, young people and their families

The NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes is holding a community event aimed at helping children and young people and their families to take control of their asthma this…

Local NHS staff thanked for covering rotas during industrial action

NHS staff in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are being thanked for covering gaps in rotas during the ongoing industrial action by junior doctors. The junior doctors’ strike began on…

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes GP practices lead the way in supporting patients living with…

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes GP practices are leading the way in supporting patients living with type 2 diabetes through the innovative Healthy Living Programme. Healthy Living is a free…

Types of GP Appointments

We aim to deliver a range of different ways you can access care so we can provide more choice and more convenience for you. We still have work to do,…

Pharmacies and your health

If you’re suffering from a cold, cuts and grazes or minor illnesses, your Pharmacist will be able to give you remedies, so you don’t have to see a GP or…

Your GP Surgery Team

When you ring your GP surgery to make an appointment, you will be asked some questions which are designed to help staff guide you to the most appropriate clinical person…

Local NHS warns of disruption ahead of Easter Bank Holiday and strike action

Health leaders across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes are urging local people to choose services wisely as they prepare for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and four days of strike…

Deaf awareness training delivered to GP practice staff across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes

Staff in GP practices across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have completed Deaf Awareness Training to help improve access to healthcare for the D/deaf community. D/deaf” is a commonly used…

Industrial Action: April 2023

Junior doctors strikes (11 to 15 April 2023) The BMA and HCSA have announced that junior doctors strikes will run from 06:59 on Tuesday 11 April until 06:59 on Saturday…

Local digital programmes shortlisted for prestigious national awards

Two digital programmes in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been shortlisted at the prestigious HSJ Digital Awards 2023. Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care System’s (BLMK ICS) Digitising…

Be a good egg this Easter by ordering your repeat prescriptions in time

As the Easter Bank Holiday weekend approaches, the NHS is reminding people to order their repeat prescriptions in good time to ensure they have the medication they need. Running out…

Take steps to manage your stress during Stress Awareness Month

This Stress Awareness Month, the NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes is urging people to take steps to help recognise and manage their stress. Stress Awareness Month runs throughout…

Taking action to reduce health inequalities for people with a learning disability and autistic people…

Work is underway to reduce health inequalities for people with a learning disability and autistic people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes this World Autism Acceptance Week (27 March to…

Specialised training under way to support children and young people after suicide bereavement

Training designed to help people feel more confident in supporting children and young people after suicide bereavement is under way across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The suicide or attempted…

Digitising Social Care at Burlington Hall

Burlington Hall is a care home situated in Woburn Sands, six miles south-east of Milton Keynes. Home to 53 residents, Burlington Hall predominantly provides specialist dementia care, alongside a wide…

Specialised training under way to support children and young people after suicide bereavement

Training designed to help people feel more confident in supporting children and young people after suicide bereavement is under way across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. The suicide or attempted…

Stoma

Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Stoma Prescription Service The Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Stoma Prescription Service launched on 1 June 2023. The service is designed to enhance the care…

Our Area

The four places in our Integrated Care System are vibrant and culturally diverse and cover a population of 1million. Whilst there are health inequalities, there is growth and opportunities for…

Young people’s vaccination clinics in Luton this Easter holiday

Young people who’ve missed one or more of their school-based vaccinations can catch up at two NHS walk-in vaccination clinics being held in Luton over the Easter holidays. They’ll be…

Patients invited to book a COVID-19 spring vaccination as first appointments are released

Eligible patients have been urged to come forward and reserve an appointment as the COVID-19 spring vaccination programme opens for bookings. The number of people qualifying for a vaccination under…

Mentoring support helps young people in Milton Keynes to transform their lives

An innovative programme in Milton Keynes is supporting young people on a journey to a brighter and more hopeful future via tailored mentoring. The programme carefully matches young people with…

Mentoring support helps young people in Milton Keynes to transform their lives

An innovative programme in Milton Keynes is supporting young people on a journey to a brighter and more hopeful future via tailored mentoring. The programme carefully matches young people with…

‘Know your TB risk,’ local people are urged on World TB Day

People in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes have been urged to think about their risk of developing tuberculosis as the international heath community marks World TB Day (Friday 24 March).…

Empowering Nurses: New leadership programme launches in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes

A new leadership programme designed to empower nurses in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes launched today (22 March 2023). Thirty-eight nurses will be undertaking the programme, with the first session…

Update on Primary Care in Leighton Buzzard

On 09 February 2023, representatives from Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care Board (BLMK ICB) were pleased to attend the public meeting in Leighton Buzzard alongside representatives of Central…

Bowel cancer screening: your next poo could save your life

Early diagnosis is vital to detecting bowel cancer: detecting it at the earliest stage makes you up to nine times more likely to be treated successfully. Now, an NHS campaign…