23 January 2024

New advice line to make life easier for people accessing hospice care across Staffordshire and…

A new phone line and increase of specialist clinicians will make it easier for patients, relatives and health care professionals to access palliative and end of life care advice across…

23 January 2024

Strategy to help people with autism life their best life launched

The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board have been working with Stoke-on-Trent City Council, and people with lived experience of autism, to develop a new strategy designed to help autistic…

19 January 2024

What is long COVID

People who have COVID-19 normally recover within a few days or weeks. However, for some people symptoms can last longer. If symptoms persist, you may have ‘long COVID’. We want…

9 January 2024

Annual Health Checks

What is an Annual Health Check? Annual Health Checks are for people with a learning disability aged 14 and over, carried out by your doctor once a year. They are…

21 December 2023

NHS agrees plans for the future of inpatient mental health and assisted conception services

The NHS body responsible for the health and care of the 1.2 million people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, has agreed to accept recommendations on two programmes of work. These relate…

21 December 2023

Lynch and FAP Cancers

Cancer is not usually inherited, but some types can be influenced by genes and can run in families. These inherited genes and conditions may increase the risk of developing cancer.…

21 December 2023

PM responses about Health and Social Care during Liaison Committee appearance

The Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has today (Tuesday 19 December) been answering questions from the Liaison Committee. The Liaison Committee is made up of Select Committee Chairs and considers the…

18 December 2023

Success for East Staffordshire Primary Care Network at Clinical Research Network Awards

East Staffordshire Primary Care Network (PCN) are celebrating after picking up the ‘Embedding Research Award’, at this years’ Clinical Research Network Awards. Taking place at Grand Central in Wolverhampton, the…

15 December 2023

NHS to make decisions on future of inpatient mental health and assisted conception services

The NHS body responsible for the health and care of the 1.2 million people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is due to make decisions on two key programmes of work next…

15 December 2023

The House of Lords Committee on Integration of Primary and Community Care

The House of Lords Committee on Integration of Primary and Community Care has published its report. Conclusions: ICSs need stability and continuity to develop more fully. Structures should be given time…

8 December 2023

Looking after your health over the Christmas period

With Christmas fast approaching, the NHS is urging patients to plan ahead to ensure continued uninterrupted medical care. GP practices and pharmacies will have changes to their opening hours during…

7 December 2023

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

Extra appointments are being made available across primary care to support patient access this winter. The enhanced offer means that around 5,000 additional appointments are available every week through GP…

7 December 2023

Menopause

Research shows that 10 per cent of women leave their jobs, and many more are reducing their hours or passing up promotions, because of their menopausal symptoms. Menopause can impact the…

5 December 2023

Together Against Abuse of Primary Care staff

Practices across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are seeing an increased wave of hostility and abuse towards staff. The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent NHS Integrated Care Board recognises this and is supportive of…

29 November 2023

New2Care

New2Care – jobs for you in health and care If you are looking for an opportunity in health or social care but have no experience, we want to hear from…

24 November 2023

Discover the power of small changes

Everyone with a learning disability, autism, or both, deserves to live longer, healthier and more independent lives. The ICB have launched a ‘Small Changes’ campaign to support people in making…

22 November 2023

New service makes it even easier to access NHS help for hearing problems

There’s now a new and easy way for people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to get help with hearing issues through the NHS. If eligible, they can even refer themselves to…

17 November 2023

‘Pharmacy First’ contraceptive service launches in December

Thousands of women in England will be able to get the contraceptive pill at their local pharmacy from next month. Pharmacies across the country will offer the new contraceptive service…

16 November 2023

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent patients can now access their care records online

More patients in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent can now access their medical records online than almost anywhere else in the country. Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent now lead the country in online patient…

16 November 2023

Children and Young People

Our aim is to make Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent one of the very best places to enjoy a healthy childhood, knowing that great care will always be there for our children…

13 November 2023

Atkins appointed Health Secretary in cabinet reshuffle

Victoria Atkins has been appointed Health and Social Care Secretary as part of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s cabinet reshuffle. Ms Atkins, MP for Louth and Horncastle, takes over from Steve…

9 November 2023

Community pharmacy

Pharmacists can help address minor health issues such as an ear infection, UTI or an insect bite. They can offer one-on-one, confidential consultations for you and your family. More information…

8 November 2023

Self-referral to services

NHS Digital Weight Management Programme Read more Audiology self-referral Read more

31 October 2023

AI to speed up lung cancer diagnosis in NHS hospitals

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help clinicians diagnose lung cancer quickly and accurately will be rolled out across England. The Government has announced £21m of funding to support AI tools…

30 October 2023

Quality Improvement Network – quarterly updates

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23 October 2023

MPFT need your support to develop NHS health research bus

Please help MPFT by completing this brief survey, which will close 16th November 2023. MPFT are buying an NHS health research bus to make it easier for people to take…

23 October 2023

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) shortlisted for a prestigious national award

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award. The ICS has been shortlisted for the ‘Governance Project of the Year’ at the Chartered…

12 October 2023

Small Changes Campaign

Discover the power of small changes Everyone with a learning disability and all autistic people, deserves to live a longer, healthier and more independent life. To help achieve this, health…

9 October 2023

Local NHS to set up health advice line in response to Walleys Quarry data publication

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent health leaders have responded to public concerns around recent news of data reporting at the Walleys Quarry site by setting up a resident’s health advice line. Odours…

5 October 2023

Walleys Quarry Landfill: hydrogen sulphide monitoring

Joint statement from Staffordshire County Council Public Health, UK Health Security Agency and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board On 5 October 2023, the Environment Agency published concerns about the…

4 October 2023

Walk-in Vaccination Clinics

You can find out if you are eligible for the COVID-19 jab on the COVID-19 vaccination webpage and the flu jab on the flu vaccination webpage. The COVID-19 and flu…

27 September 2023

Audiology self-referral

As of 29 September 2023, people living in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are having problems with their hearing are being given the option to self-refer into NHS audiology (hearing) services…

27 September 2023

Carers

Here you will find information about support for carers in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, as well as vaccinations advice. What is a carer? A carer is anyone, including children and adults who looks…

15 September 2023

Campaign aims to make sure people get to see the right health professionals first time

Contains video and audio content A campaign is underway to help people understand why they may be offered an appointment with an alternative health professional to a GP.  There are…

14 September 2023

Bentilee grandad urges others to have targeted lung health checks

When ex-smoker Jeffrey Crompton went for a lung health check he thought nothing was wrong but within 10 days he was having surgery to remove lung cancer. The 68-year-old was…

11 September 2023

We’re recruiting: Chief Executive Officer

Integrated Care Boards are seen by NHS leaders as the future of health and care integration in England. The NHS Long Term Plan and Government’s White Paper on health and…

8 September 2023

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System partners raise awareness of World Suicide Prevention Day 2023

Partners from Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) have come together to raise awareness of World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), which takes place on Sunday 10 September 2023. World…

24 August 2023

Consultant Strikes Set to Cause Major Disruption to NHS Routine Care

The NHS is facing major disruption to routine care due to strikes, compounded by staff holidays and warm weather, one of England’s top doctors has warned today. Consultants across the…

16 August 2023

ICB publishes findings from public involvement on assisted conception draft interim policy

The report of findings from a public involvement around assisted conception services is published today. In the three-week involvement in March, local people were asked their views about a draft…

16 August 2023

Your Continued Health and Medical Care Over the August Bank Holiday

With the August Bank Holiday fast approaching, the NHS is urging patients to plan ahead to ensure continued uninterrupted medical care. Some GP practices and pharmacies will have reduced opening…

11 August 2023

Join us at our Health and Wellbeing Roadshow at Burton Albion Football Centre

Join us for our Health and Wellbeing Roadshow! Partners across the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System are working with Burton Albion Football Club to host a Health and Wellbeing…

9 August 2023

NHS braced for further disruption during latest junior doctor strike

The NHS is facing another period of significant disruption this week, with potentially thousands more appointments and procedures postponed due to the latest round of industrial action by junior doctors.…

7 August 2023

General Practice Support Team

GP Support Team GP SUPPORT TEAM CARE CO-ORDINATOR CLINICAL PHARMACIST FIRST CONTACT PHYSIOTHERAPIST PARAMEDIC SOCIAL PRESCRIBER PRIMARY CARE RESOURCES Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICB is implementing improvements to the way you…

3 August 2023

PRIMARY CARE RESOURCES

Newsletter copy Newsletter Bulletin Social media toolkit Social media toolkit Clinical Pharmacist – social media image Care Co-ordinator – social media image First Contact – social media image Paramedic –…

1 August 2023

Report of findings published following analysis of consultation response on inpatient mental health services

The report of findings of a public consultation into the future of inpatient mental health services for people in south east Staffordshire is published today. The consultation into the services…

12 July 2023

Fire Service awarded after helping 150 vulnerable people who had fallen

We have been celebrated for our achievements in responding to falls with a dedicated national award. Back in December last year, we started a joint initiative with the NHS, West…

11 July 2023

Safe Sleep Campaign

Safe Sleep Campaign for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Safe sleep for newborns is an important topic. While no parent wants to think about the possibility of something going wrong, it’s important…

10 July 2023

People Hub and Stoke-on-Trent City Council Partners Collaborate to Create Award-Winning Homecare Worker Programme

The People Hub team, in close collaboration with Stoke-on-Trent City Council partners, is thrilled to share the successful implementation of their award-winning homecare worker programme. This groundbreaking initiative which achieved…

4 July 2023

NHS Celebrates 75th Birthday as a Beacon of Healthcare Excellence

On the 5th of July 2023, the National Health Service (NHS) will celebrate 75 years of healthcare. The NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) is honouring this milestone…

30 June 2023

Joint Forward Plan 2023-2028

As an ICS, we developed our first Joint Forward Plan, which was published on 30 June 2023. Whilst it was always expected that systems would review and refresh their plan…

30 June 2023

Worried about your weight – no need to wait. Enrol on a free NHS course…

Any adult with concerns about their weight can now enrol on a specialist NHS course without seeing their doctor or any other medical professional first. The NHS Digital Weight Management Programme has…

29 June 2023

Celebrating 75 years of the NHS

On Wednesday 5 July the NHS marks 75 years of service. Both locally and nationally, organisations are celebrating this milestone in many different ways. ICS partners across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent…

29 June 2023

Celebrating 75 years of the NHS

On Wednesday 5 July the NHS marks 75 years of service. Both locally and nationally, organisations are celebrating this milestone in many different ways. ICS partners across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent…

26 June 2023

Pulmonary Rehabilitation for people living in East and South-East Staffordshire

A programme for people living with a lung condition in East and South-East Staffordshire. The programme includes supported exercise and education led by a specialist pulmonary rehabilitation team. The programme…

26 June 2023

NHS Digital Weight Management Programme

The self-referral pathway is now closed, which means people can no longer refer themselves to the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme. NHS England are in the process of reviewing the…

7 June 2023

COVID-19 testing and treatment

COVID-19 testing People at high risk of complications of COVID-19 will have had a letter from NHS England. If you have a letter from NHS England saying that you are…

1 June 2023

Cannock Chase District Council celebrates award for compassion

Cannock Chase District Council is celebrating being awarded Compassionate Community status. The community was given the honour by Compassionate Communities UK (CCUK) at a ceremony which took place on May…

25 May 2023

Patients given more choice to cut waiting times

The government has announced that patients will be given more choice to decide where they receive NHS care in plans to reduce waiting times.GPs will provide referrals to up to…

23 May 2023

Be ahead of the third Bank Holiday rush!

The third bank holiday of May is fast approaching and whether you are planning to spend it with friends or with family, don’t let the holiday rush catch you out. …

22 May 2023

Celebrating Maternity Unit Marvels

Baby Lifeline is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2023 MUM Awards, and wants to hear from families across the UK who have an inspiring story to share. NHS…

17 May 2023

Healthcare teams shortlisted for BBC Awards

Two specialist NHS teams have been shortlisted as finalists for the BBC Radio Stoke ‘Make a Difference Awards’ for their work in the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent community. The Staffordshire and…

12 May 2023

International Nurses Day highlights the enormous opportunities of offer

Young people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are being made aware of the opportunities that a career in nursing can bring on International Nurses Day. The day, organised by the International…

2 May 2023

King’s Coronation Bank Holiday weekend

The Coronation of King Charles III on Monday 6 May will be a welcome Bank Holiday for the nation – but please be aware of what services are available to…

25 April 2023

NHS Urges Public to Prepare for Upcoming Bank Holidays

With many GP practices and pharmacies having reduced opening hours, it is important to plan ahead to avoid any unnecessary delays or interruptions in care. A vital resource during this…

19 April 2023

Successful Healthy Ageing Events in Staffordshire

Healthy Ageing is a priority for both the Staffordshire Health & Wellbeing Board, and the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System, and we want to create a plan together. The…

14 April 2023

NHS Progress On Waiting List Despite Busiest Winter On Record

The number of people waiting longest for elective treatment has dropped for the third month in a row as services dealt with the busiest winter on record, new figures show.…

13 April 2023

Staffordshire NHS nominated for national awards

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s health and social care partnership has been nominated for five national awards. Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (SSOT ICB), which coordinates care across GPs, hospitals and…

5 April 2023

Heading away for Easter? Here’s the NHS advice to help you prepare for the Bank…

With 6.5 million Brits heading away on an Easter break people in the Midlands are being encouraged to be ready for the Bank Holiday by making sure they have their…

4 April 2023

Further resources and Mental health services information

The wellbeing portals The wellbeing portals offer lots of information, tips and resources for young people, parents & carers, and professionals on a range of different topics. You can find…

4 April 2023

Mental Health Leads in schools

In Autumn Term 2021, the Mental Health Leads in Education Network was established as a way of engaging with schools and education providers. The Network recognises the vital role education…

4 April 2023

Kind Minds Newsletters

Kind Minds is a fantastic resource collaboratively produced by several partner organisations across Staffordshire. It offers a wealth of useful information, guidance, and advice to support both young people and…

4 April 2023

Pathways

Please find the support pathways below.  This shows support available to children and young people and how to access it: Interactive Pathway for North Staffordshire Interactive pathway for South Staffordshire

4 April 2023

The Children and Young People’s Mental Health Local Transformation

The local transformation plan is designed to develop our offer to make improvements in children and young peoples’ emotional and mental wellbeing. The local transformation plan has achieved many positive…

4 April 2023

The Children and Young Peoples’ Mental Health System Improvement Board

Most children and young people manage their emotional health well and are thriving. However, sometimes, they may need some extra help and support. We want to make sure that when…

4 April 2023

Mental Health and Wellbeing

The Children and Young People System Improvement Board Find out more Children and Young People Mental Health Local Transformation Plan Find out more Pathways Find out more Kind Minds Newsletter…

4 April 2023

The Hewitt Review: an independent review of integrated care systems published

An independent review of integrated care systems, announced by the Chancellor in the Autumn Statement and chaired by The Rt Hon Patricia Hewitt, has concluded, and published its final report.…

3 April 2023

Be prepared and think 111 first during Easter and junior doctor Industrial Action strike

The public in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to plan ahead and to choose NHS 111 first for any urgent health needs during the Easter bank holiday weekend and…

3 April 2023

Improving the survival of babies and young children

Infant Mortality is defined as the death of an infant in the first year of life. In Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, over the last several years, Infant Mortality rates have remained…

24 March 2023

Easter, May, and King’s Coronation Bank Holidays

The West Midlands is gearing up for the Easter, May, and King’s Coronation Bank Holiday period in 2023, and pharmacy opening times are now available.   Pharmacies that are open…

23 March 2023

Health passport resources

As part of the Health Passport campaign, resources are available online and have also been distributed via post. The resources include guidance for parents, carers, organisations, healthcare professionals and guidance…

3 March 2023

Important Information about Burntwood Health and Wellbeing Centre

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) updated March 2024 The current contract for general practice service provision at Burntwood Health and Wellbeing Centre (BHWC), High Street, Chasetown, Burntwood, WS7 3XH, came to…

1 March 2023

Involvement aims to capture views on assisted conception across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

People across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are to be asked their views on assisted conception.  From tomorrow (Wednesday 1 March) until Wednesday 22 March, the public can fill in an online…

27 February 2023

New school could help shape the future of nursing in primary care

A ground-breaking new “school” that could transform nursing in GP practices is being launched in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.  The Staffordshire General Practice Nursing Foundation School is the first of its…

17 February 2023

Clinical Research Network West Midlands

The NIHR West Midlands Regional Research Delivery Network enables the health and care system to attract, optimise and deliver research across the region.  It is one of 12 Regional Research Delivery Networks…

13 February 2023

Consultation Online Event

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

13 February 2023

Consultation Online Event

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

13 February 2023

Consultation Event, ASDA, Burton-on-Trent

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

13 February 2023

Consultation Event, Burton Library

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

13 February 2023

Consultation Event, ASDA Tamworth

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

10 February 2023

Consultation Event, Lichfield Library

Inpatient Mental Health Services South-East Staffordshire This consultation is about the future of inpatient mental health services (when people need to stay in hospital) following a fire at the George…

10 February 2023

Health Passport

It is important that you get help with the Health Passport if you need it. Our Health Passport resource centre is here to help you access the Health Passport and get…

7 February 2023

Help us find a long-term solution for the inpatient mental health services previously provided at…

A public consultation into the future provision of inpatient mental health services for adults in south east Staffordshire launches this week (9 February). The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board…

6 February 2023

National Apprenticeship Week 6 – 12 February 2023

Across the Integrated Care System, we are celebrating National Apprenticeship Week which runs from Monday 6 February to Sunday 12 February. NHS Apprenticeships are a great way to gain ‘on…

20 January 2023

Consultation on the provision of inpatient mental health services for adults in south east Staffordshire

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) yesterday (Thursday 19 January) gave the go-ahead for plans for the provision of inpatient mental health services for adults in south and east…

19 January 2023

We have a zero tolerance stance on abuse towards staff

All NHS staff should be able to come to work without fear of violence, abuse or harassment from other staff or the general public. We are the NHS; we are…

20 December 2022

Urgent mental health support

You are not alone If you are concerned about your mental health, or someone you care for, you can contact your local free urgent NHS Mental Health Helpline. You can…

16 December 2022

Extra rewards for becoming one of our Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent health and care winter reserves

Nurses, therapists and other health professionals in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are considering working extra hours over the winter period can be part of an award-winning reserves programme. Reservists are…

14 December 2022

National Asthma Bundle

NHS England and Improvement have been working with key stakeholders, including young people and their families, to develop an asthma bundle to support local systems with the management of asthma…

14 December 2022

Asthma Friendly Schools

The asthma friendly schools programme sets out clear, effective partnership arrangements between health, education, and local authorities for managing children and young people with asthma at primary and secondary schools.…