Blackpool Gazette - Local Health Feed

Review team arrives in Blackpool for death rates probe

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:29:55 GMT

A task force has arrived at Blackpool Victoria Hospital ready to uncover the reasons why so many people die after treatment.

Fund-raising resort shop opens its doors

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:56:38 GMT

We’re open! Staff and volunteers joined to celebrate the opening of a new British Heart Foundation store in Blackpool.

Scandal of the smoking mums

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:04:10 GMT

Almost one in three women in Blackpool are still smoking during pregnancy, new figures show.

Brighter feel for area of calm in A&E

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:36:18 GMT

A room used for bereaved families at Blackpool’s hospital has got a new look.

Leanne’s funds hope in battle with illness

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:49:07 GMT

A student who suffers from a rare illness has launched a bid to raise £20,000 to help her win her fight.

The mission to get Blackpool healthier

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:28:01 GMT

Health bosses in Blackpool say they have been working on trying to tackle the higher risk of dying early in Blackpool – but admit more needs to be done.

VIDEO: Pink power high in cancer fight!

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 09:33:36 GMT

Blackpool Tower Ballroom is famous for being the home of dance, but what about the top of the tower?

Blackpool early death figures shock

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:23:24 GMT

People in Blackpool are at greater risk of dying early than almost any other area of the country, new research claims today.

Job losses at hospice after consultation

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:31:31 GMT

Four people are to lose their jobs at Trinity Hospice as part of a review into how the facility best serves the people of the Fylde Coast.

MP claims cuts are hitting A&E

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:33:44 GMT

Blackpool South MP Gordon Marsden fears Government spending cuts will have an adverse impact on accident and emergency services in the town.

Mortality rate probe looming

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 12:51:59 GMT

Members of the public are being urged to come and have their say about the area’s hospitals, as part of the Keogh review.

Playtime fun helps kids stay healthy

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:00:17 GMT

Young volunteers are dedicating their time to encourage children to be fit and healthy.

Vic bucks waiting times list of shame

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 07:43:18 GMT

Blackpool Victoria Hospital achieved national waiting time targets for the treatment of accident and emergency patients last winter.

Guide to local health services

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 14:07:50 GMT

People in Fylde and Wyre can now find out more about the group ‘buying’ health services on their behalf.

Catalogue of failings in care at resort home

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:58:31 GMT

The Gazette can today reveal why dozens of elderly residents are being moved out of a Blackpool nursing home accused of failing to meet basic standards of care for “vulnerable people”.

Residents move out of care home

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:26:47 GMT

Residents are being moved out of a care home in South Shore over concerns about the standard of its service.

Men told it’s time to talk

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 09:35:11 GMT

Men can make a different to their health with small changes and not being afraid to talk.

Crash victim had killer superbug

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:42:43 GMT

A man who died after his car crashed into the sea wall was infected with MRSA which was affecting his mental health.

Isabel helps inspire funds for research

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 08:16:39 GMT

A determined young student has helped to raise hundreds of pounds for Downs Syndrome Research.

Twins benefits mix up farce resolved

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 07:56:11 GMT

A bizarre case involving parents being given care benefits for only one of their twin boys has finally been resolved.