Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak!

Eid ul-Fitr is celebrated by many of our Muslim colleagues today.

Marking the end of Ramadan, Eid ul-Fitr is a significant and joyous occasion, celebrated with prayer, reflection, and time spent with family and community.

“Eid Mubarak,” meaning “Blessed Eid,” is a traditional greeting shared during this time.

We would like to extend our warmest wishes to all those celebrating.

16/03/2026

Today is the fifth !

We are proud to be sharing our support for this incredible workforce.

Join us on social media as we celebrate the amazing work our Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists do every day.

Macmillan Cancer Support
NHS North West
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Royal College of Nursing

12/03/2026

Blackpool FC captain George Honeyman has united with agencies across Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool and Lancashire for 2026 - which runs until Sunday - to raise awareness of the lifesaving steps families can take to protect babies while they sleep.

This year’s theme, “Baby Necessities,” focuses on the essential items every baby needs for safe sleep - and how parents and carers can confidently check that products meet safer sleep standards.

Safer Sleep Week is led nationally by the The Lullaby Trust, which highlights the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) - still claiming the lives of around three babies every week in the UK. The campaign aims to empower families and professionals with clear, practical guidance to reduce risk and keep babies safe.

Local partners - including the NHS, regional councils, Lancashire Constabulary, and children’s safeguarding teams - will share safer sleep messages across social media using .

These messages - and George's video, filmed by wife Aaishah, who is a midwife with Lancashire Teaching Hospitals - will guide families through the basics of safe sleep, including:

🔵 Providing a clear, flat, separate sleep space for baby, such as a cot or Moses basket.
🔵 Always placing babies on their backs with their feet to the foot of the sleep space.
🔵 Keeping babies smoke-free during pregnancy and after birth.
🔵 Ensuring babies do not overheat, with rooms kept between 16–20°C.
🔵 Avoiding falling asleep with baby on sofas or chairs, which increases risk by 50%

Families will also receive support to help them navigate baby products safely - from choosing mattresses and bedding to understanding which items to avoid, and how to spot unhelpful or misleading product claims.

ℹ️ For more information, go to lullabytrust.org.uk

11/03/2026

⚠️ Important medicine recall from the manufacturer – please check your Ramipril 5mg

If you have received Ramipril 5mg capsules from either of our hospital pharmacies (inpatient or outpatient) within the last 28 days, please check for the following:
• Batch number: GR164099
• Expiry date: 10/2026
• Pack size: 28

If the above match, please open the Ramipril box and check the capsules inside.

If the medication is not Ramipril, please:
• Return the pack to your local pharmacy, and
• Contact your GP to arrange a new supply.

This is a product recall from the manufacturer and we have been directly contacting patients who we have dispensed this to.

If you have received this batch of Ramipril and have taken the medication already, please contact your GP for advice.

If you have any concerns or questions, please contact 📧 Pharmacy.safetyandgovernance@lthtr.nhs.uk

11/03/2026

: Celebrating Neurophysiology 🌟

This Healthcare Science Week, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible work of our Neurophysiology team here at Royal Preston Hospital.

Every day, our Consultant Neurophysiologists, Clinical Physiologists and Assistant Technical Officers use advanced technology to investigate the electrical activity of the brain, nerves, and muscles - helping diagnose, monitor, and guide treatment for a wide range of neurological conditions.

🧠 What do Neurophysiologists do?

The team performs a variety of specialised tests, including:

🔵 EEGs – Recording brain activity to support the diagnosis of epilepsy and other neurological disorders.
🔵 NCS / EMG – Assessing nerve and muscle function to investigate conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and neuropathies.
🔵 Evoked Potentials – Measuring the nervous system’s response to light, sound or touch.

06/03/2026

12-year-old Alex from Leyland has been praised as a young hero by colleagues at 🏥 Royal Preston Hospital after helping her mum when she suddenly became unwell during an appointment.

⚡ Alex immediately knew something wasn’t right and acted fast - calling for help, staying by her mum’s side, and making sure she didn’t injure herself. Staff were incredibly impressed by her calmness and quick judgement, especially as Alex has epilepsy herself.

🏅 To recognise her bravery, the Trust arranged a surprise presentation, with a goody bag and resilience certificate from Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity.

💙 Her mum has since made a good recovery, and colleagues say Alex showed maturity far beyond her years.

Read the full story on our website ⬇️
https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/869

05/03/2026

After an incredible 50 years of caring for others, we’re celebrating the remarkable career of Noeleen Griggs, who has officially retired from nursing — leaving behind a legacy that spans generations. 💙

From starting her training in 1971 at the old Preston Royal Infirmary to spending decades dedicated to neurosurgery, Noeleen has witnessed the NHS evolve and grow, all while remaining a constant source of compassion, resilience and expertise.

Her influence continues through her daughter Anneen and granddaughter Amelia, who proudly followed in her footsteps here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.

Surrounded by family, friends and colleagues, Noeleen marked her retirement with laughter, heartfelt memories and a few happy tears as her family paid tribute to her extraordinary dedication.

We wish Noeleen a long, joyful retirement filled with family time, adventures — and a well‑earned rest. 💐

You can read the entire article on our website ⬇️
https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/868

04/03/2026

✅ Help Shape the Future of Health Research in Lancashire and South Cumbria

At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, we’re proud to be a research‑active organisation. Our Research and Innovation Centre - including our Clinical Research Facility - is home to early‑phase clinical trials that help advance healthcare for our communities.

We’re now looking for local people to join our Research Patient and Public Involvement Group. By taking part, you’ll work closely with our research teams to ensure that patient and public voices are heard, valued, and reflected in the studies we run.

Why get involved?
✔ Make research more relevant and understandable
✔ Help shape study design
✔ Improve communication and participant experience
✔ Contribute to better-quality health research

What’s involved?
🕒 A bi‑monthly online meeting (2 hours)
📄 Reviewing research materials, such as patient information leaflets
💬 Bringing your experience and perspective as a patient or public contributor
💷 Payment for your time may be available (where appropriate)

Interested in learning more?

Contact:
📧 Email: Malcolm.reid@lthtr.nhs.uk
📲 Or call: 01772 52 2031

Let’s make research better, together.

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

When a child is unwell, it can be worrying.

Use Alder Hey Hospital’s online symptom checker tool to find information on the most common symptoms in children ⬇️

https://www.alderhey.nhs.uk/conditions/symptoms-checker/

02/03/2026