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Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

The mother of a teenager who died from a heart condition has praised the community for supporting a project encouraging organ donation.

Surgery team among best in the country

Patient feedback has placed a surgery team in the top five per cent nationally.

Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

The sister of a talented cyclist who died from a rare cancer has taken on a marathon challenge to fund more research into the disease.

Reopening of hospital unit is only days away

A hospital’s minor injuries unit will reopen on Friday next week.

‘GP phonelines are still a problem’

A survey open to patients of Lakeside Healthcare in Stamford has shown getting through on the phone is still problematic.

Alternative health under the spotlight

A Stamford health group is hosting two speakers on the topic of alternative therapies and medicines.

Talented nurse offers bakery skills to charity

A nurse with a passion for baking will be supporting ill children by brightening up their birthdays.

Covid death recorded

Another covid death has been recorded in South Kesteven, despite the district having a low infection rate compared to the rest of the country.

Group to ensure patients' voices are heard

Patients have come together to ensure their views on medical treatment are heard.

Pop-up covid vaccination site to open in town

This week people living in Rutland will be able to receive the covid vaccine at a walk-in clinic.

TV presenter from Rutland announces breast cancer diagnosis

Rutland television presenter, Julia Bradbury, has announced she has breast cancer as she urges other women to check their breasts.

Healthcare provider is improving

Staff at Lakeside Healthcare are taking steps to improve following a damning report.

Care home closes after concerns by fire service and CQC

Elderly residents have been moved out of a troubled care home which was closed after concerns were raised by the fire service.

Covid-19 boosters to begin

County health bosses say Covid-19 booster jabs will begin to be given out soon - with plans being made for issuing vaccines to schoolchildren too.

Evening for vaccine staff

A thank you evening has taken place to applaud the volunteers and staff that helped in the Rutland vaccination programme.

Hospital staff’s dedication recognised

Hospital staff have been recognised for their dedication, hard work and achievements following one of the most challenging years in the NHS.

Residents race to help neighbour in need after partner appeals for help from America

A village community rallied around to help their neighbour who had fallen ill in the early hours of the morning.

Vaccine delays due to 'unforeseen freight challenges'

A number of surgeries in the area have postponed vaccine clinics due to a delay in the delivery of flu vaccinations.

Blood tests delayed due to global shortage of equipment

A global shortage of some health care equipment has resulted in people having blood tests delayed.

Colin’s march goes on for men's health

A former mayor has walked 52 miles in the first week of a challenge to support Prostate Cancer UK.

Vaccine offered to fight off shingles misery

Older patients are being urged to get the shingles vaccine and help prevent the painful infection.

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Wall of Hope prompted important organ donation discussions

Surgery team among best in the country

Surgery team among best in the country

Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

Georgie takes on marathon for late brother Tim

Reopening of hospital unit is only days away

Reopening of hospital unit is only days away

‘GP phonelines are still a problem’

‘GP phonelines are still a problem’

Alternative health under the spotlight

Alternative health under the spotlight

Talented nurse offers bakery skills to charity