The NHS and social care in Derby and Derbyshire has launched a drive to recruit 500 “reservists” – and potential candidates are being urged to visit a jobs fair on Wednesday 20 September.Reservists are a bit like freelancers – they work shifts flexibly in a variety of care locations.They might work in a hospital, in […]
NHS Derby and Derbyshire made “significant progress” in its first nine months, according to NHS England.The comments come in NHS England’s annual assessment of Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board’s (ICB) performance in 2022/23.They have been published alongside the ICB’s first annual report, which was reviewed by its board on Thursday 20 September.The letter from […]
Joined Up Care Derbyshire Wellbeing has been shortlisted for a coveted Healthcare People Management Association (HPMA) Award.
Every year on September 17th, World Patient Safety Day is observed to raise awareness about patient safety and promote global efforts to ensure healthcare services are safe for all.Patient safety takes a collective effort from healthcare professionals, patients, and carers to ensure the highest standards of safety are upheld.In Derby and Derbyshire, we have introduced […]
People in Derby and Derbyshire are being urged to use NHS services wisely next week as we head into another period of industrial action involving consultant (senior) doctors and junior doctors.
Vulnerable and older people across Derby and Derbyshire, including people with some existing conditions, who are most at risk of getting ill this winter will start to receive an invitation to come forward for a flu and Covid-19 vaccine.
Michelle Arrowsmith has been appointed as the new Chief Strategy and Delivery Officer, and Deputy Chief Executive, for NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board. She will take up post on 2 October.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued an Amber Heat-Health Alert across the East Midlands, including Derby and Derbyshire, until Sunday with temperatures remaining high through the weekend.
Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day, on Sunday 10th September, the JUCD Wellbeing team are highlighting the wealth of support available throughout September to support colleagues who may be struggling with their mental health.
This week is #KnowYourNumbersWeek, a chance to take control of your health and get a blood pressure check.