Nhs East Lancashire Clinical Commissioning Group

We’re pleased to support @PHE_UK in encouraging people to get to know their heart age and the steps they can take to reduce their risk of heart disease or stroke by taking @OneYou's free online #HeartAgeTest.
You can take the test here: https://eastlancsccg.nhs.uk/…/self-…/ take-the-heart-age-test

Do you know how old your heart is? It might be older than your real age. Take the test now to find out.

If you're at home this weekend, why not take the opportunity to review your medicine cabinet and make sure you have all the essentials for you and your family?

If you need urgent treatment this weekend, you can track waiting times on East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust website.
Don't forget there are alternatives! You can ring NHS 111 or call in to your local pharmacy for expert advice.

A leading local cancer doctor is calling on residents to familiarise themselves with the symptoms of blood cancer to help improve rates of early diagnosis.

If you're around, why not pop in and see what's on offer?

We want to hear your views on Age UK’s Integrated Care Programme in #EastLancs.
http://ow.ly/XPKX30lB96a

You can see that Blackburn hospital's emergency departments are really busy at the moment. Please make sure you are choosing the right service and not attending unnecessarily. There are alternatives - you can ring NHS111, pop into your nearest pharmacy or if it's a minor injury go to the MIU at Accrington or Rawtenstall. You might even be able to treat yourself at home if you check your medicine box.
You can keep up to date with waiting times East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust by checking their website https://www.elht.nhs.uk/

Is your medicine cabinet up to date? Why waste time leaving the comfort of your own home if it isn't necessary and you can treat yourself at home?
Click on the link below to see which items you might want to consider stocking up on. Or go and have a chat with your local pharmacy for advice.

Do you know the different options when it comes to seeking urgent medical advice - you might not always need to attend the hospital's urgent care departments. You can:
** Ring NHS 111 ** See your local pharmacist ** Go to one of the two Minor Injuries Units in the area - ... Accrington or Rawenstall (open till 8pm)
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If you are unfortunate enough to have an illness or injury over the long weekend, this information could help you get back on your feet in no time.