Kernow Health

25/02/2026

👨‍⚕️ We’re at Best Practice London & Women’s Health Professional Care today 👩‍⚕️

The conference brings together more than 2000 primary care professionals for two days of learning, collaboration and shared insight across general practice and women’s health.

We’re looking forward to exploring the latest developments shaping the future of primary care and women’s health.

18/02/2026

Measles can be serious, 1 in 5 children may need hospital care. Watch for symptoms: fever, cough, runny nose, sore red eyes, followed by a blotchy rash starting on the face.

👉 If your child shows symptoms, keep them home and call your GP or NHS 111.
👉 Check their vaccinations. Two doses give about 99% protection.

If you have any questions regarding your child’s routine school age vaccinations, please call Kernow Health on 01872 221105 or 01392 342678.

Find out more about measles, and why it’s important to keep up-to-date with vaccines 👇

http://tiny.cc/f94z001

10/02/2026

Your local pharmacy can treat 7 common health conditions, saving you the need to make an appointment with your GP.

Find out more ⬇️

08/02/2026

💉 The HPV vaccine is one of the most effective cancer-preventing vaccines available.

HPV vaccinations are offered to boys and girls in school from year 8. The vaccine protects against HPV infection and its complications, including cervical cancer, ge***al warts, some head and neck cancers, and ge***al cancer.

The latest data from UK Health Security Agency shows 1 in 4 school leavers are unvaccinated against HPV - missing out on vital protection against cervical cancer for young women and several other HPV-related cancers for both sexes.

Read the report here:
www.gov.uk/government/news/1-in-4-school-leavers-unprotected-by-hpv-vaccine

You can check the status of all your child’s vaccinations by contacting us. Remember, it’s never too late to catch up on missed vaccinations.

Cornwall:
📞 01872 221105
📧 kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation@nhs.net

Devon:
📞 01392 342678
📧 kernowhealthcic.schoolimmsdevon@nhs.net

05/02/2026

The HPV vaccine is recommended for children aged 12 to 13 years old and helps protect against human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that's spread through skin contact.

Most types of HPV are harmless. But some types are linked to an increased risk of certain types of cancer, including pe**le cancer and mouth cancer. HPV can also cause ge***al warts.

Our school-age immunisation team is responsible for the planning and delivery of the school-age immunisation programmes in Cornwall and Devon. Vaccination programmes are primarily carried out in schools, although we also offer clinics in other community settings for home-educated children and other children depending on individual need.

Contact us to check if you child has been vaccinated, or to book an appointment:
📧 kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation@nhs.net
📞 Cornwall: 01872 221105
📞 Devon: 01392 342678

Find out more about the HPV vaccine:
www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine

04/02/2026

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Operational Coordinator to join our Integrated Urgent Care Service (IUCS) team.

You'll be the go-to person for day-to-day operational coordination, ensuring established processes are maintained and that teams have what they need to deliver high quality, responsive care. Your work will directly support the delivery of safe, effective and efficient services across IUCS.

This role is for 30 hours per week to work across five days on a 9 month fixed term contract.

Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating daily operational activities across IUC core services, CAS and clinical teams
- Providing administrative support for meetings, governance processes and service reporting
- Producing and maintaining base reports and operational documentation
- Supporting HR related administration
- Managing stationery orders and general resource coordination
- Ensuring compliance with fire and equipment safety checks, and other operational standards

Find out more and apply ⬇️
🔗 beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0306-26-0004

03/02/2026

🔴 The Cornwall 111 Integrated Urgent Care Service (IUCS) is entering an exciting new phase of development, and we are seeking a dedicated Deputy Area Operations Manager to help shape the future of urgent care delivery across the region.

We’re looking for someone with proven leadership experience within a healthcare, urgent care or similar operational setting who thrives in a fast paced, patient focused environment and brings a calm, solutions driven approach to operational challenges.

This is a pivotal role, where you’ll act as a linchpin between strategic leadership and frontline service delivery, ensuring that patients receive safe, responsive and seamless care particularly during out of hours periods.

Find out more and apply 👇
🔗 beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0306-26-0003

02/02/2026

We are running a flu vaccination drop in clinic in Redruth this Saturday. Flu vaccinations are available at no cost to all school-aged children in reception to year 11, including children who are home schooled.

There is no need to book, just drop in between 10:30am and 1:30pm
📍 Redruth Family Hub, Saturday 07 February 2026

For more information contact the school immunisation team:
📞 01872 221105
📧 Kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation.nhs.net

01/02/2026

We are running a flu vaccination drop in clinic in Bovey Tracey this Saturday. Flu vaccinations are available at no cost to all school-aged children in reception to year 11, including children who are home schooled.

There is no need to book, just drop in to your local venue:
📍Riverside Community Centre, Bovey Tracey, TQ13 9AE, Saturday 07 February, 11:00am - 13:00pm

For more information contact the school immunisation team:
📞 01392 342678
📧 Kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation.nhs.net

30/01/2026

💊 We have an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Technician to join our innovative and expanding pharmacy team, supporting GP practices across East Cornwall.

You’ll manage your own workload and use your expertise to support patients and practice teams, from medication queries and prescribing support to clinical audits and medicines optimisation, helping ensure the safe and effective use of medicines across the network.

✨ Why work with us?
• Flexible working options
• Clear career development and progression pathways
• 6 weeks pro rata entitlement (plus buy/sell options)
• Supportive, multi-professional team
• Pension, sickness, maternity and paternity benefits

Find out more and apply 👇
🔗 beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0306-26-0002

🗓 Closing date: 11 February 2026

27/01/2026

When a friend or relative is ready to leave hospital, home is often the best place for them to rest, recover and regain independence.

Getting them home at the right time supports their recovery and helps keep hospital care flowing, as even short delays in discharge can add pressure to busy hospital wards.

If possible, make plans early in the day, with the aim of getting home by lunchtime. To help with this, you might be entitled to a one-off personal health budget to pay for extra support or equipment needed when you at home? Ask a member of staff on the ward to find out more about this.

Every hour matters. Avoidable delays in discharge - even just a few hours - add significant pressure to our hospitals. When your relative is medically fit, bringing them home before lunch helps their wellbeing and allows us to care for others waiting for a bed.

Please make arrangements early in the day so we can keep care flowing for everyone who needs it.

26/01/2026

We are running a flu vaccination clinic in Barnstaple this Saturday. Flu vaccinations are available at no cost to all school-aged children in reception to year 11, including children who are home schooled.

📍 Roundswell Community Centre, Barnstaple, EX31 3NL, Saturday 31 January, 10:30am - 14:30pm

Contact us to book your appointment:
📞 01392 342678
📧 Kernowhealthcic.schoolimmunisation.nhs.net