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ICB Chair takes whistle-stop tour to see outreach work
Dr Kathy McLean, chair of the ICB, was treated to a whistle-stop bus tour of the outreach work done by Derbyshire’s sexual health team within underserved communities.

New service in High Peak to reduce hospital admissions for non-medical emergencies
A NEW service in the High Peak is fast-tracking professionals to quicker help for non-medical emergencies in a bid to reduce unnecessary 999 calls and hospital admissions.

Tirzepatide: A new treatment option for managing obesity
From 23 June, people living with obesity may be eligible to access tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) for weight loss purposes in primary care settings.
This does not mean prescriptions will be provided immediately. It means primary care settings can begin discussions with patients about whether tirzepatide is the right option to improve their health through weight loss.
Local health and care services
Joined Up Care Derbyshire is a collaboration between health and care providers across the county and city, including NHS providers, Derby City Council and Derbyshire County Council.
Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs)
Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs) are a great alternative to going to an Emergency Department for non-life threatening health issues which require urgent treatment. They usually have shorter waiting times and parking.
Buxton Hospital
Derby UTC
Ilkeston Community Hospital
Ripley Hospital
Whitworth Hospital
Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board
NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) is the NHS organisation responsible for developing a plan for meeting the health needs of the population, managing the NHS budget and arranging for the provision of health services in the ICS area.