Mahmud’s blog: Sharing Sharon’s story of organ donation
If just one more person becomes a donor because of sharing my story, it’s worth it, so please – have that chat with your family today!
Citizen’s Story – Falls Prevention Service showcased to ICB Board
A community Falls Prevention Service which helps people maintain mobility and confidence was showcased to the Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care September Board meeting.
Our Annual General Meeting
NHS Derby and Derbyshire Integrated Care Board is holding its Annual General Meeting on Thursday 19 September, starting immediately after our Board meeting.
How losing two family members to suicide inspired my mission to help prevent tragedy for other men
Angela Pownall is a registered social worker and a former registered nurse who currently helps to coordinate NHS services in the High Peak. Angela also chairs the trustee board for the UK charity Mentell.Angela works with a group of dedicated staff, trustees, and volunteers to provide men with safe and confidential spaces to talk, free […]
Derbyshire support pack for suicide praised by practices
GP practices in Derbyshire have praised a support pack that helps them and their patients after a suicide.
The ” suicide postvention support pack” led by Clay Cross GP Dr Sohrab Panday has been used by practice staff after the suicide of a patient.
Have your say on the future of NHS learning disabilities services
People with a learning disability are being invited to have their say over the way NHS short breaks services are provided in Derbyshire.
A series of workshops, events and meetings is to take place between 10 September and 29 November.
Kay’s blog: We volunteers helped to bring a falls prevention programme to our rural community – this is how we did it
By Kay Baggley, Hartington Community Group Volunteer and Volunteer Information Champion In the Peak District community of Hartington something remarkable is happening. Our local community group has been running in Hartington Village Hall for a number of years. We host regular community meetings for all ages including a parent and toddler group, sport and leisure […]
NHS winter vaccination programme starts today – and there is new protection against common virus
The NHS is urging those who are eligible to start thinking about getting their winter vaccinations. This year, the NHS will be offering Covid, flu and RSV vaccinations to keep those most at risk from being unwell protected over the winter months.
David’s blog: Get a free blood pressure check at your local community pharmacy
It’s “know your numbers” week from 2 to 8 September and community pharmacies across Derbyshire are ready to welcome you at any time for a free, simple, blood pressure check.
Find out how to access NHS services over the bank holiday
NHS Derby and Derbyshire is urging the public to plan ahead, stay safe, and to use NHS services wisely ahead of the August bank holiday in order to get the right care in the best place.The upcoming bank holiday falls on Monday 26th August.The NHS is here to help you over the bank holiday – […]