8 July 2025

Share your feedback on NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Wheelchair Service

The NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent (SSoT) Wheelchair Service is for children, young people and adults of all ages, who have a physical and/or degenerative long-term condition expected to last six…

4 July 2025

Streeting: 10 Year Health Plan empowers patients

Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting has outlined how the 10 Year Health Plan brings services closer to patients. The plan, published on the government’s website,…

30 June 2025

NHS partners join forces to celebrate Stoke-on-Trent Pride 2025

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) NHS partners recently came together to attend and celebrate Stoke-on-Trent Pride 2025 at Hanley Park. The event attracted thousands of visitors from across…

23 June 2025

Updated Care Home Resource Pack now available for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 

A resource pack to further support care homes and care staff in recognising and responding to deterioration in their residents has been published by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System…

11 June 2025

Weight Management Medication

Weight Management Medication  23 June 2025: From today (23 June 2025), following approval by NICE, tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) will be available in the NHS for eligible patients who meet the strict,…

11 June 2025

Diabetes Week 2025 – spaces available on type 2 diabetes NHS Path to Remission Programme…

Spaces are available on a successful programme running across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent which supports people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on their path to remission. The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated…

5 June 2025

Meetings approach to let people have their say on the future of birthing services in…

A series of meetings are approaching that will give everyone a chance to have their say on the future of freestanding midwife-led birthing services in Stafford and Lichfield.  A public…

29 May 2025

Other useful information and resources

Other useful information and resources  What to expect when you see your Doctor: This booklet is about seeing the doctor. You can learn about what will happen when you see the…

29 May 2025

Respiratory

Respiratory resources that may be of use to health and care professionals supporting people with a learning disability or people who are autistic with their health or care: Resources  Links…

29 May 2025

ReSPECT for healthcare professionals

ReSPECT resources for health and care professionals  End of Life Care resources that may be of use to health and care professionals supporting people with a learning disability or people…

29 May 2025

Reasonable Adjustments

Resources to support health and care professionals to make reasonable adjustments: LeDeR – Reasonable adjustments Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s Small Changes campaign Resources and materials for everyone Annual Health Checks Cancer…

29 May 2025

Mental Capacity Act

Below are a list of MenCap resources around the Mental Capacity Act  Assessing mental capacity when making decisions  A video showing expert examples of assessing mental capacity  Mental Capacity Act…

29 May 2025

Epilepsy

Epilepsy resources that may be of use to health and care professionals supporting people with a learning disability or people who are autistic with their health or care Resources that…

29 May 2025

LeDeR general information flyer and leaflet in multiple languages (Easy read)

We have created easy read versions of our general information LeDeR flyer and leaflets in multiple languages. These are listed below: Easy Read Flyers Arabic Bengali English  Kurdish Polish Punjabi…

29 May 2025

Diabetes

Diabetes resources that may be of use to health and care professionals supporting people with a learning disability or people who are autistic: Resources for health and care professionals to…

29 May 2025

Constipation

Constipation resources may be of use to health and care professionals supporting people with a learning disability or autistic people with their health or care: Constipation easy read leaflet  Constipation…

29 May 2025

Cardiovascular health

Easy read resources that can be used by health and care professionals to facilitate discussions around Cardiovascular Health – LeDeR – Resources Resources and materials for everyone Annual Health Checks…

29 May 2025

Cancer screening

Cervical Screening Myth Busting video produced by Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland ICB Cervical screening: A guide about cervical screening by and for women with learning disabilities. Bowel Screening Information in…

29 May 2025

Annual Health Check Resources

What is an Annual Health Check? Easy read guide Learning Disability Annual Health Check toolkit (NHS England and NHS Improvement London)  Step-by-step guide to Health Checks for people with a…

20 May 2025

ICB to take part in free dementia services event during Dementia Action Week 2025 (19…

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) is participating in a free dementia services showcase event in Stoke-on-Trent on Wednesday 21 May 2025 as part of Dementia Action Week (19…

12 May 2025

Public consultation on the future of freestanding midwife-led birthing units in south Staffordshire to start

A public consultation is launching today (Mon 12 May) to gather views on the future of birthing services at the freestanding midwife-led birthing units (FMBUs) in Stafford and Lichfield. Birthing…

7 May 2025

“…Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious…

This blog includes content related to death and grief. “…Tell me, what is it you plan to dowith your one wild and precious life?” [Extract of The Summer Day, by…

6 May 2025

New All-Age Palliative and End of Life Care Strategy launched during Dying Matters Awareness Week…

A new strategy to improve palliative and end of life care for communities across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent has been launched by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB). The Staffordshire…

6 May 2025

New All-Age Palliative and End of Life Care, All-Age Respiratory, and Healthy Ageing and Frailty…

Three new strategies to improve palliative and end of life, respiratory, and healthy ageing and frailty care for communities across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent have been launched by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent…

24 April 2025

Sunshine and self-care: NHS urges residents to prepare ahead of the early May bank holiday…

With the Early May Bank Holiday on Monday 5 May fast approaching and warm and sunny weather on the cards, the NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is encouraging local residents…

24 April 2025

What’s your vaccine status?

Today marks the beginning of World Immunisation Week (24-30 April 2025) and the NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is asking ‘what’s your vaccine status?’ – encouraging you to check if…

23 April 2025

New finance lead joins NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board has appointed a new interim Chief Finance Officer. Claire Finn will join the ICB board in June following completion of all HR processes and…

16 April 2025

Spring COVID-19 vaccination programme launches in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

The NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is ready to protect the most vulnerable in our community by launching its COVID-19 vaccination programme this spring. If you’re aged 75 and over,…

15 April 2025

This Easter you can get all the help you need for a range of conditions…

Community pharmacists can now give treatment and advice for a range of conditions, meaning you don’t need a GP appointment to get the help you need. So this Easter bank…

14 April 2025

Stock up this Easter and avoid the bank holiday rush

As the Easter bank holiday is just around the corner, the NHS is urging you to be prepared. There’s a few steps you can take in advance to ensure you…

27 February 2025

All Aboard the Cancer Awareness Bus: Bringing Life-Saving Information to Your Town

Residents across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are invited to visit the Cancer Bus as it makes its way through 15 different towns, offering vital information, free health checks, and friendly conversations…

26 February 2025

Vaccine Misinformation

Unfortunately, we have seen a big increase in vaccine misinformation spreading online. With so much information at our fingertips, it can be really confusing and difficult to make informed decisions…

19 February 2025

Cancer Bus Tour

The cancer bus is coming to a town near you! Travelling to 15 different towns across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, we are inviting you to come and chat to us about…

18 February 2025

Pharmacy First

Think Pharmacy First  Did you know that you can go to your local community pharmacy for a vast range of healthcare needs? You can get help and advice for lots…

18 February 2025

Urinary tract infections (UTIs or ‘water infections’) 

Who can use this service Females aged 16 to 64 who think they might have a urinary tract infection (UTI or “water infections”)  Who cannot use this service Those who…

18 February 2025

Shingles 

Who can use this service Anyone aged 18 years and over who thinks they might have shingles Who cannot use this service Pregnant people or those breastfeeding with shingle sores…

18 February 2025

Impetigo

Who can use this service Adults and children over 12 months old with signs and symptoms of impetigo  Who cannot use this service Pregnant people under the age of 16  …

18 February 2025

Infected insect bites and stings 

Who can use this service Adults and children over 12 months old  Who cannot use this service Pregnant people under the age of 16 should contact their GP practice Note:…

18 February 2025

Sinusitus 

Who can use this service Adults and children aged 12 and over who have had painful sinuses for 10 days or more Who cannot use this service Pregnant people under…

18 February 2025

Sore throat

Who can use this service Adults and children aged five and over  Who cannot use this service Pregnant people under the age of 16 should contact their GP practice  If…

18 February 2025

Ear infections (acute otitis media) 

Who can use this service Children and young people aged between 1 and 17   Who cannot use this service Pregnant people under the age of 16 should contact their GP…

17 February 2025

New homepage

Welcome to Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System About us Important information about Gordon Street Surgery, Burton Joint Forward Plan update Frequently viewed Our vision Who’s involved Integrated Care Partnership…

14 February 2025

New health and care careers podcast launched by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS)

A new health and care careers podcast, which looks at the different entry routes into careers within Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS), has been launched this week. The…

11 February 2025

Sensory Processing Needs Toolkit

Sensory processing needs are the differences in how a person’s brain receives and processes any sensory information and can have an impact on how they are able to interact within…

6 February 2025

Cancer bus tour

The cancer bus is coming to a town near you! Travelling to 15 different towns across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, we are inviting you to come and chat to us about…

3 February 2025

International Executive Joins NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

A former executive for one of the world’s leading tyre companies has joined Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board as a non-executive board member. Mike Lawton, who has substantial experience…

30 January 2025

Premature Babies

Parents with a baby born early can find it difficult to know when they should start weaning. Babies who were born preterm may develop more slowly than babies who were…

30 January 2025

Restricted and Selective Eating in Children

It’s natural to worry whether your child is getting enough food if they refuse to eat sometimes.However, it’s perfectly normal for toddlers to refuse to eat or even taste new…

30 January 2025

Diabetes in Children

Type 1 Diabetes is a lifelong auto-immune condition and is the most common form of diabetes with children and young people. The condition is managed with insulin, either by injection or…

30 January 2025

Weight Management in Children

This webpage has been designed to provide information to support children aged 0 to 18 years to manage their weight. Children can become overweight when they get more energy from…

30 January 2025

Food Allergy in Children

Between 2-4% of children in the United Kingdom develop cow’s milk allergy. Some of the children with a cow’s milk allergy may also have a soya (soy) allergy. It occurs…

30 January 2025

Children’s Dietetics

Children’s Dietetics in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent The Children’s Dietetic team see children from birth to 18 years of age with a varying range of conditions, including diabetes, food allergies (including…

23 January 2025

Workers in adult care sector to get the support they need for lifelong career and…

People in need of care across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are set to benefit from a new platform that will support those working in the care sector to be the best…

23 January 2025

Chief Executive and Chief Finance Officer announcement

From David Pearson MBE, ICB Chair It is with sadness that I announce that Peter Axon has informed the Board of his intention to leave Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care…

22 January 2025

Share your views on adult mental health services across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent at public events

Residents are being asked to share their experiences and views on adult mental health services across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to inform the delivery of the new Adult Mental Health Inpatient…

22 January 2025

Food first and oral nutritional supplements (ONS)

Oral nutritional supplements (ONS) are commercially produced medicinal products that you can buy over the counter or get on prescription. They are used in addition to a fortified diet (a…

21 January 2025

Cervical Cancer

Cervical screening campaign We would like to share news about a campaign running across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to increase appointment uptake for cervical screening throughout January – February 2025. Cervical…

21 January 2025

Libraries now offering people support to use NHS App

People who need that little bit of extra help to download and register on the NHS App can now do so at a library in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. The support…

20 January 2025

ICS Health and Care People Team named as finalist for The Learning Awards 2025

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System’s (ICS) Health and Care People Outreach Team has been named as a finalist in the forthcoming The Learning Awards 2025. The ICS Outreach team…

6 January 2025

Super bodies can help children fight off illnesses as they return after the Christmas Break

As children return to schools and nurseries after the Christmas break, common winter illnesses that often start circulating at this time of year are set to rise. But children’s Super…

24 December 2024

Super Bodies – what to do when your child has a common illness 

Illnesses like coughs, sore throats and earache are extremely common in young children, but did you know, our children’s ‘super bodies’ are designed to fight off many common illnesses, without…

9 December 2024

Protect yourself and your loved ones: Winter viruses are on the rise

The NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is urging residents to take action against the increasing threat of winter viruses, as Covid-19, flu, and RSV cases are on the rise. Matthew…

6 December 2024

Fire and Rescue Service celebrates anniversary of falls response and home from hospital teams

We are celebrating the anniversary of two of our vital teams which have relieved pressure on the NHS and supported over 3,500 vulnerable people. Our falls response team attend non-injury…

5 December 2024

Extra GP appointments to support Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent patients this winter

Extra appointments are being made available across general practice to support patient access this winter in the form of Primary Care Winter Hubs.  These hubs are designed to provide access…

19 November 2024

Children and Young People Colleague Celebration

As part of this years Children and Young People’s event, we are recognising those across the system and the work they are doing to improve the lives of Children and…

18 November 2024

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Join antibiotic amnesty for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week

This World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week, healthcare leaders across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are asking residents to join an ‘antibiotic amnesty’ by returning any unused antibiotics to their local pharmacy. This…

14 November 2024

Cancer resources

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14 November 2024

World Diabetes Day – spaces available on type 2 diabetes NHS Path to Remission Programme…

Spaces are available on a successful programme running across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent which supports people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on their path to remission. The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated…

13 November 2024

Home Care is Best Care

Hospitals treat people during illness or injury. The needs of patients on the wards are different at different times of the day. This means that the environment is often very…

12 November 2024

Down’s syndrome

Down’s syndrome – also referred to as Down syndrome – is when you’re born with an extra chromosome. The Down syndrome Forum Join the Down syndrome Forum by clicking on…

12 November 2024

Resources and materials

Resources for professionals The NHS resource bank includes easy read guides, resources and materials that may be of use to health and care professionals to address some of the main causes…

12 November 2024

Reporting a death

To report the death of someone with a learning disability or an autistic person, please visit the NHS England website. On this website you will find for all the information you…

12 November 2024

LeDeR reviews

What happens after a review has been completed? After a review has been completed, it is sent to two groups: the Governance Panel and the Steering Group. Both of these…

12 November 2024

Introduction to LeDeR

Information about LeDeR can be found on the NHS website. Details of the LeDeR policy, including an easy read policy, are also available. For more details on what is happening locally on LeDeR, you…

7 November 2024

Chief pharmacist reveals her flu misery because she was too busy to get vaccinated

One of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s most senior pharmacists has revealed how she succumbed to over four months of illness because she was “too busy” to get a flu jab.  Now…

5 November 2024

Musculoskeletal (MSK)

Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions affect many people and can affect the joints, bones and muscles and sometimes associated tissues such as nerves. They can range from minor injuries to long-term conditions. Transformation…

5 November 2024

New survey seeks feedback on adult mental health services across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Residents are being asked to share their experiences and views on adult mental health services across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to inform the delivery of the new Adult Mental Health Inpatient Services…

22 October 2024

ICB Vacancies

21 October 2024

Vacancies

21 October 2024

Jobs

21 October 2024

Outreach

The ICS Health and Care People Team Outreach team has been created to provide support to under-represented groups and people from diverse communities across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. The team reach…

21 October 2024

People Hub

Welcome to the People Hub We are striving to create a long-term health and care contingent workforce by retaining the valuable skills of staff currently working with us, encouraging brand…

21 October 2024

New 2 Care

Our local health and social care organisations need more staff to join us to help look after patients in caring roles across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. We promote opportunities within health…

21 October 2024

Work in Health and Care

Working in health and care encompasses a wide range of professions and roles, all with the aim of improving and maintaining the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. The…

21 October 2024

Flexible Retirement

The opportunity for an employee entering the late stages of their career to review their role and working routine and select a flexible retirement option could offer improved work life…

21 October 2024

Retire Well

With an aging workforce and ‘retirement’ the most cited reason for leaving NHS work at present, action is needed to ensure that employees with valuable experience and skills, entering the…

21 October 2024

Health and Wellbeing

A workplace that fosters a culture of compassion, civility and respect will improve the working experience of those within it, helping to improve retention, reduce staff sickness and reduce incidents…

21 October 2024

Pay and Reward

A fair salary, competitive pension and a package of extended benefits are desirable to employees. Information relating to financial wellbeing and to aid understanding of pay related queries, such as…

21 October 2024

Career Development and Progression

Equal access to learning and developing opportunities can attract, develop and retain talented individuals from all backgrounds. Support and opportunities are available within Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to aid development and…

21 October 2024

Flexible Working

NHS employees now have a day-one right to make a flexible working request, regardless of role or reason. A flexible working arrangement supports an individual to have greater choice in…

21 October 2024

Stay Well

As the population continues to live longer and work longer, it’s vital that employees are supported to ‘stay well’ and thrive in the workplace. Providing opportunities and support to each…

21 October 2024

Onboarding

Learning from each other and supporting each other is especially important during the initial stages of a new role. Please see the below links for further support: Reducing the delay…

21 October 2024

Start Well

For employees with less than 5 years’ service the likelihood of leaving is increased. Implementing support and creating a sense of belonging from the very beginning improves the experience for…

21 October 2024

Support for our Workforce

In 2020, as part of its ambitious Long Term Plan, the NHS published its People Promise. This sets out what staff can expect from their leaders and from each other. It…

21 October 2024

Work Experience

Are you a student aged 13+ living in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent? Interested in a career in health and care? Explore the varied roles and look behind the scenes of the…

21 October 2024

T Levels

What are T Levels? T Levels are new 2-year courses within technical education designed by the Department for Education and launched in September 2020. The T Levels courses are taken…

21 October 2024

Apprentice Information

What is an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a great way to gain a qualification whilst getting on the job training. You will be employed whilst learning and earning for the…

21 October 2024

Employer Information

In Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICS, we are committed to delivering high-quality health and care services. We believe that apprenticeships play a vital role in developing the skills and talent of…

21 October 2024

Apprenticeship Hub

In Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICS, we are committed to delivering high-quality health and care services. Through an apprenticeship people can gain a qualification whilst getting on the job training. We…