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29 April 2024
Signs and symptoms to look out for during Heart Failure Awareness Week
Cumbria’s specialist community heart failure nurses are raising awareness of the condition that affects millions of people in the UK. There are around 7.6 million people living…
23 April 2024
Return your walking aids for a healthier Earth
Last year, you did your bit and we were able to recycle £30,000 worth of walking aids, including over 800 elbow crutches and more than 750 zimmer frames.
22 April 2024
Keep your feet healthy at home
It's important to look after your feet, particularly if you have type 2 diabetes as foot injuries can lead to ulcers and infections. Keep your feet clean and dry; try not to go…
19 April 2024
Spring bash will raise charity cash
A charity Spring bash to raise money for NCIC’s Special Care Baby Unit will be taking place early next month. Harriet Storey has organised the event at the Halston Hotel in…
12 April 2024
Board of Directors meet in public next week
The Board of Directors next meet in public on Wednesday 17th April from 12pm – 4pm in the Boardroom at West Cumberland Hospital. Chaired by Steven Morgan, members of the public are…
10 April 2024
Bowel Screening Month: Promoting Early Detection
April is Bowel Screening Month, a crucial time to shine a spotlight on the importance of early detection in battling bowel cancer.
9 April 2024
Helping people speak up about their NHS Maternity and Neonatal care
Press release sent be People First - Helping people speak up about their NHS maternity services. Introducing Maternity and Neonatal Independent Senior Advocates
9 April 2024
Keeping your child safe at home - tips and advice
Each year 40,000 under-fives are admitted to hospital following accidents, and lots of these accidents are preventable. Our babies and children are precious and we want to protect…
9 April 2024
CESR success for six long term locum doctors
Six long term locum doctors working at NCIC have achieved their Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR). CESR is an alternative route to becoming a…
5 April 2024
Veteran Aware Trust – one year review approved
NCIC’s one year review as a Veteran Aware Trust has been renewed, formally recognising our commitment to the Armed Forces community. The accreditation recognises the Trust’s…