12 August 2026

Palliative and end of life care services receive significant investment in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

More people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent will be able to receive specialist palliative and end of life care in the place they call home, thanks to nearly £5 million of…

10 August 2026

MenB vaccine – get protected before the start of uni

If you are a young person starting university this autumn, you should book your MenB vaccine now. This will mean you are protected before the start of term. Locally, the…

4 August 2026

Staying safe in hot weather

The local NHS is asking people to take simple steps to stay safe and well when the weather is hot. Lots of people enjoy warm weather, but it can also…

4 August 2026

Accessible vaccination information

Find vaccination information in a range of accessible formats, including easy read, British sign language (BSL), braille, audio and video, to help everyone understand and make informed decisions. Easy reads…

3 August 2026

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICBs welcome new Chief Medical…

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Boards are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Salma Reehana as Chief Medical Officer for the cluster.…

31 July 2026

Update on the new Health Centre in Burntwood

The Burntwood Health Centre project reached an important milestone this week. Staffordshire County Council submitted the planning application on behalf of the NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board.   The…

27 July 2026

Dr Claire Fuller meets with local health and care leaders to discuss the next chapter…

Leaders from across health, care and community services came together on Thursday (23 July) to welcome Dr Claire Fuller, Primary Care Medical Director at NHS England and author of the…

16 July 2026

Families urged to check measles vaccination status before summer travel

Families across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are being reminded to ensure children are up to date with routine NHS vaccinations, including the MMRV (measles, mumps, rubella…

15 July 2026

GP Patient Survey results in – local people praise GP services

People in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent have given good feedback on GP care in the latest GP Patient Survey. The survey asks people across England about…

9 July 2026

More GP appointments in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent after surgery upgrades

Investment in healthcare buildings in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent means that about 250,000 extra GP appointments can be offered each year, a health board has said. Money from the Primary Care…

8 July 2026

Thousands of young people offered free MenB vaccine in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Eligible young people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are being encouraged to take up a time-limited offer of a free meningococcal group B (MenB) vaccination before starting university or further education…

8 June 2026

NHS urges eligible residents to act now as spring vaccination programme enters final weeks

More than 112,000 COVID-19 vaccinations have been delivered across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent this spring. Eligible people are being urged to come forward now as the…

29 May 2026

Expectant mum praises UHNM maternity bus for bringing support closer to home

An expectant mum from Meir has praised the NHS University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) maternity bus, saying it has made accessing early pregnancy care “so much easier” during her…

22 May 2026

Know Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes this Diabetes Prevention Week

This Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Week, taking place from Monday 25 to Sunday 31 May 2026, health leaders at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent will…

15 May 2026

Steady On Your Feet

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14 May 2026

LeDeR Briefing for Care Providers – April 2026

This briefing outlines positive practice and improvement areas identified for care providers who care for people with a learning disability, from LeDeR reviews completed by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board…

14 May 2026

New website launches to help Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent residents stay steady on their feet

Falls are one of the most common causes of injury in later life, but many can be prevented with the right advice, support and early action. A new online platform…

8 May 2026

Hantavirus

You may have seen recent media reports about hantavirus and feel concerned. We would like to reassure residents that the risk of hantavirus infection in the UK remains very low.…

7 May 2026

Asthma Friendly Schools Programme

Asthma is the most common long-term medical condition affecting children. It is an inflammatory condition that affects the airways and can make breathing difficult. While asthma cannot be cured, it…

5 May 2026

Guidance and resources for education settings (schools and colleges) responding to a sudden unexpected death being…

The Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) has produced the following documents to support head teachers, principals, and safeguarding leads in schools, colleges, and other education settings across Staffordshire…

13 April 2026

NHS urges eligible people to come forward for their spring COVID-19 vaccination

Eligible people are being invited to get their spring COVID‑19 vaccination as the NHS launches the next phase of its seasonal protection programme. The spring dose is being offered to…

2 April 2026

Spaces available on type 2 diabetes NHS Path to Remission Programme in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Spaces are available on a successful programme running across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent which supports people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes on their path to remission. Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care…

26 March 2026

School Age Immunisation Service Community Vaccination Clinics

The School Age Immunisation Service (SAIS) provides vaccinations for primary and secondary school children across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, including those in home or special education. They offer vaccines such as…

16 March 2026

Air pollution

Children are more sensitive to air pollution than adults. Poor air quality can affect health from before birth and throughout life. Even when the air looks clear, it may still…

11 March 2026

Prepayment prescriptions for care leavers

Download the application form for NHS Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent ICB pre-paid prescription certificates for care leavers currently aged 18 – 25 (who would otherwise not be entitled to free…

27 February 2026

Cancer: Womb

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27 February 2026

Cancer: Vulval

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27 February 2026

Cancer: Brain

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27 February 2026

Cancer: Vaginal

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26 February 2026

Reasonable Adjustment Digital Flag (RADF)

The Reasonable Adjustment Digital Flag (RADF) is a national system designed to help disabled people get the care and support they need. From 30 September 2026, all publicly funded health…

19 February 2026

Families in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent urged to check children’s MMR vaccinations as measles cases rise

Families across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to check their children’s measles, mumps and rubella and chickenpox (varicella) vaccinations are up to date, as new figures show rising measles…

18 February 2026

Dementia services and support

Research shows there are more than 944,000 people in the UK who have dementia and 1 in 11 people over the age of 65 have dementia in the UK. The…

17 February 2026

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Children’s Health Passport

In partnership with University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) we have developed a Children’s Health Passport, which is a document designed to support children and young people when they visit…

16 February 2026

Cancer: GI

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16 February 2026

Cancer: Urological

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4 February 2026

Cancer: Ovarian

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4 February 2026

Around 2 in 5 eligible people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are still to receive their…

The NHS is urging people who are eligible for the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to come forward, as thousands across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent remain unprotected. Local figures show that…

3 February 2026

Practices

2 February 2026

Lifesaving cancer awareness bus tour returns to Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

A lifesaving cancer awareness bus is touring Staffordshire and Stoke‑on‑Trent, offering people the chance to learn more about cancer symptoms, screening, and early detection. The 2026 tour launches on 4…

30 January 2026

Cancer awareness bus tour and World Cancer Day

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29 January 2026

Weight Management Support

Weight Management Support This information refers to weight management service in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are aged 18 and over. There are many services provided across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent, and…

29 January 2026

Diabetes and Weight Management

Diabetes and Weight Management Patients diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent may be prescribed weight management medication to support their treatment, if they meet certain clinical criteria. …

29 January 2026

Managing weight with a Learning Disability

If you care for a person with a learning disability, they may need help and support to stay a healthy weight. People with a learning disability are more likely to…

29 January 2026

Digital Weight Management Programme

The NHS Digital Weight Management Programme supports adults living with obesity to manage their weight and improve thier health. To be eligible, you must also have a diagnosis of diabetes,…

29 January 2026

Weight-related Interventions Tailored in Care for Health (SWITCH)

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s Weight-related Interventions Tailored in Care for Health (SWITCH) is a specialised service to support people with managing the many contributing factors that can make reaching lifestyle and/or…

29 January 2026

Weight management medication

Last updated 30 June 2026: Guidance on use of Semaglutide for reducing major cardiovascular events The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has released additional guidance about the…

29 January 2026

Weight Loss Surgery

Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery is a Tier 4 service, treating severe, complex obesity. Services include surgery, post-surgical care and ongoing follow-up care treatment. Eligibility for weight…

29 January 2026

Diet, Nutrition and Eating Information

Healthy eating and portions NHS 8 Tips for Healthy Eating Healthy Eating Factsheet Fruit and Vegetable Factsheet CarbohydratesFactsheet Fat Factsheet Calcium Factsheet Fluid Factsheet Portion Sizes Factsheet Food Labelling Factsheet…

29 January 2026

Being Active

Physical activity for adults and older adults Physical activity for disabled adults http://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise Find ways to be physically active near you via Active My Way  Love activity, hate exercise campaign …

29 January 2026

Useful books, websites and apps

Books End Emotional Eating by Jennifer Taitz Overcoming Weight Problems by Jeremy Gaunlett-Gilbert & Clare Grace Weight Loss for Food Lovers by George Blair-West Overcoming Body Image Problems by David Veale, Rob Wilson &…

29 January 2026

Weight management

The term obese describes a person who has excess body fat. In the UK it is estimated that 1 in every 4 adults and around 1 in every 5 children…

29 January 2026

Promoting healthy weight in children

Advice for parents of healthy-weight children If your child is a healthy weight, there’s lots you can do as a parent to help them stay a healthy size as they…

29 January 2026

Weight Management Resource Centre

Useful books, websites and apps

21 January 2026

Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) pilot closure

Information about the closure of the Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) service. POD was introduced in six GP practices in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent as a pilot in 2024. This pilot is…

20 January 2026

The Cancer Awareness Bus Tour is coming to a town near you

The 2026 Cancer Awareness Bus Tour is now complete. Please keep an eye out on our social media channels for information about the next tour – just search @StaffsStokeICB and…

16 January 2026

Weight Management Resources

Resources for people with a Learning Disability and Autism Mencap Resource Pack: A Healthier Me Mencap Changing Habits video Active My Way – Find local activities or get active at…

16 January 2026

Back-to-school reminder: Protect your family against meningitis

Just over a week after pupils returned to school, parents and carers are being urged to check their teenagers are up to date with meningitis vaccinations, amid a rise in…

9 January 2026

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Many children and young people who have additional needs require support from a range of services, including health. Under the Children and Families Act 2014, the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities…

9 January 2026

Chickenpox vaccine now available for children in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Families across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent can now benefit from an important addition to the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme. From January 2026, the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine has been introduced for…

9 January 2026

Diagnostics

Diagnostics are medical tests or procedures used to identify the cause of symptoms and confirm a person’s disease or condition. They are an essential component of a patient’s healthcare pathway…

8 January 2026

Updated Care Home Resource Pack now available for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent 

A resource pack to further support care homes and care staff in recognising and responding to deterioration in their residents has been published by Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System…

2 January 2026

Elective care

Elective care refers to medical treatments or procedures that are planned and are not emergencies. It includes things like routine check-ups, scheduled surgeries (like hip replacements or cataract surgery), and diagnostic tests…

31 December 2025

Staffordshire nurse awarded MBE

A senior Staffordshire nurse has been awarded an MBE for services to primary care nursing. Gill Boast, Practice Nurse Facilitator, Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) and General Practice…

19 December 2025

Festive Message from Ian Green, Chair, and Simon Whitehouse, CEO

As we reach the end of another year, we want to extend our thanks to all our partners, colleagues, and stakeholders. This has been a year marked by uncertainty and…

17 December 2025

Prioritisation of Elective Treatment

The treatment of NHS patients from Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is funded by the Integrated Care Board (ICB) as the local NHS funding body. As part of the ICB responsibilities, treatments…

16 December 2025

Partnership initiatives support more than 6,000 people in three years

Two of our partnership initiatives are celebrating supporting more than 6,000 patients since they were launched in 2022 and 2023. The Falls Response team was launched on 7 December 2022…

4 December 2025

320,000 people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent still to take up flu vaccine offer

The NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent is urging people to come forward for their winter vaccinations, with 320,094 people still to receive their flu jab and 68,332 yet to have…

4 December 2025

Falls prevention

Preventing falls – Stay steady, stay independent Anyone can have a fall, but it’s more likely as you get older or if you have problems with balance or mobility. Making…

28 November 2025

More than half a million people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent download the NHS App

The number of people using the NHS app to link up with their GP practice in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent continues to rise. More than 500,000 people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent,…

27 November 2025

Online Consultations

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24 November 2025

Community collaboration: Local people with learning disabilities star in new NHS vaccine films

Local people with learning disabilities and autism have teamed up with the NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to create a powerful series of three short films designed to boost confidence…

21 November 2025

Prostate Cancer

What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer develops in the prostate gland and is one of the most common cancers in men in the UK. When found early, it’s usually very…

20 November 2025

NHS App

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20 November 2025

GP Online Services

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18 November 2025

Take Control of Your Health – Use Antibiotics Wisely This World Antimicrobial Awareness Week

Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board (ICB) is joining the global call to action for World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW), urging everyone to “Take control of your and your community’s…

14 November 2025

Online Consultation

What is Online Consultation? Online consultation is a way to contact your GP practice using the internet.  You can use it to:  Request help with admin tasks (like sick (fit) notes or repeat prescriptions)  Ask about…

14 November 2025

NHS App

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services and information on your smartphone or tablet. Millions of people are already using the…

14 November 2025

GP Online Services  

GP Online Services – Manage your health the easy way GP online services let you:   Request medical help or an appointment once you have been triaged by the team. Order repeat…

14 November 2025

Primary Care Digital Access

GP practices are often the first place people go for health advice or treatment. We know it’s not always easy to get an appointment when you need one, so improving…

14 November 2025

Has your child missed their annual flu vaccine at school?

You should get an invitation from your child’s school or the School Age Immunisation Service to get their vaccine, usually during the autumn term. If your child misses their vaccination…

13 November 2025

Managing Pain

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12 November 2025

Patient Choice

Right to Choose Physical Health Giving patients greater choice and control over how they receive their health care is an important commitment of the NHS and is a patients legal…

11 November 2025

Fertility information for professionals

Prior Approval Process All secondary care fertility teams are to request prior approval for funding for assisted conception treatments, from the ICB, before they onward refer couples to tertiary services.…

7 November 2025

57% of eligible population are missing out on the free flu jab

Less than half of people in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent who are eligible for a free flu vaccine have taken up the offer so far. Latest figures show that more than…

7 November 2025

Alcohol

The NHS recommends that both men and women should not regularly drink more than 14 units of alcohol per week, and this should be spread across at least three days,…

4 November 2025

Celebrating and learning from race equality journeys across our ICS – Black History Month 2025

Colleagues from across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System (ICS) came together on Wednesday 29 October 2025 in Stafford for a special celebration event, recognising progress and learning from race…

3 November 2025

Rising measles cases prompt urgent call for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent families to get vaccinated this…

Health leaders are urging pregnant women, parents and carers across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent to make sure their families are up to date with vital vaccinations this winter, as measles cases…

20 October 2025

Urgent Dental Care

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20 October 2025

Help reduce medication waste and support the NHS across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Pharmacists and GPs across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are asking people to help the local NHS by only ordering the medication they need from their repeat prescriptions.  A report by the…

17 October 2025

Help reduce medication waste and support the NHS across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.  

Pharmacists and GPs across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent are asking people to help the local NHS by only ordering the medication they need from their repeat prescriptions.  A report by the…

16 October 2025

Only order what you need

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15 October 2025

Vaccination Resources

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10 October 2025

New 24/7 mental health support text services launched across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Anyone across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent can now access 24/7 mental health support by text with the launch of two new free text services across the area. The text services are…

3 October 2025

Vaccinations during pregnancy

Did you know that when you’re pregnant, you’re more likely to catch some infections that can be dangerous for you and your baby? That’s because the immune system of all…

1 October 2025

Stop Smoking

Local stop smoking services (also known as smoking cessation) are free, friendly and can help increase your chances of quitting for good. Find stop smoking services You can find stop…

30 September 2025

Flu Vaccinations Underway Across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent as NHS Launches Winter Protection Drive

The NHS in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent has begun delivering flu vaccinations to protect children and pregnant women ahead of winter. Parents across the area can now access flu vaccines for…

29 September 2025

Chief Executive Officer for ICB Cluster Confirmed

Simon Whitehouse has been confirmed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Integrated Care Board (ICB) Cluster for NHS Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent and NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. Simon currently serves…

25 September 2025

Over 16,000 Additional Urgent NHS Dental Appointments for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent  

Patients across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent will soon find it easier to access urgent NHS dental care, thanks to a major expansion of services across the area.   As part of the…

25 September 2025

Urgent Dental Care

If you’re experiencing an urgent dental issue, help is now easier to access.   As part of a national plan to improve access to urgent NHS dental care, the Staffordshire and…