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Q1: What are vaccines for?  A: A vaccine trains the body’s immune system. It introduces a tiny, safe part of the virus or bacteria so the body learns to recognise and fight it. That way, if your child ever comes into contact with the real thing, their immune system...

The Alzheimer’s Society is hosting a free festival for Leicester’s diverse communities and age groups. The purpose is ‘to get the conversation’ about dementia started. There will be free food and drinks, performances, workshops, hearing checks and free information and...

News Release31 March 2025 From tomorrow, Tuesday 1 April 2025, the free spring Covid-19 programme will beginvaccinating all eligible people across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) to helpprevent the spread of the virus amongst the most vulnerable in our...

In 2024, general practices across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) achieved a remarkable milestone, delivering 7,795,049 appointments—a significant increase of nearly 400,000 compared to 2023. This growth highlights the dedication of GP practices and the...

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious and potentially life-threatening diseases. Following the NHS vaccination schedule ensures your child receives the best protection at the right time. Here’s a breakdown of the essential...

At Horizon Healthcare, we are committed to ensuring the well-being of our community through regular health screenings and early detection services. If your cervical smear test is due or overdue, we invite you to our special Walk-In Clinic on Saturday, 22nd March 2025,...

Supporting the Muslim Community During Ramadan The holy month of Ramadan begins on Tuesday, 28 February, a time of spiritual reflection, devotion, and fasting from dawn to sunset. For individuals living with diabetes, fasting can pose unique health challenges, making...

Understanding the Connection Between Diabetes and Bone Health Diabetes is widely known for its impact on blood sugar levels, but did you know it also affects bone health? Individuals with diabetes face a higher risk of fractures and bone-related issues due to various...

READ THE PDF Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a long-term condition where the kidneys gradually lose function over time. Since kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, maintaining fluid balance, and regulating essential body functions, CKD can have serious health...

Understanding the Importance of Vaccination The Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine is essential for protecting both children and adults from serious illnesses. Vaccination helps prevent the spread of these diseases, which can lead to severe complications if not...

Travel Vaccinations for a Safe Journey Planning a trip abroad? Horizon Healthcare is here to ensure you're protected against potential health risks during your travels. We offer a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations to safeguard you from illnesses that may be...

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: January 21–28, 2025 Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about cervical cancer and promoting its prevention through early detection, vaccination, and regular screenings. In 2025, this...

17 December 2024 The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) has published advice about how touse NHS services over the Christmas and New Year period, including their five top tips thateveryone should know to get the right care as quickly as possible over...

https://youtu.be/aU0PH8QLar0?si=2aUAsYYiiNf2lzAB News Release8 November 2024 An inspiring new video produced by young people from Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) onthe health issues important to them has been launched online. The video, which features a...

Now that the clocks have gone back and it really feels like winter is approaching, the NHS in Leicester,Leicestershire and Rutland has launched a campaign to help people stay well this winter.The NHS is encouraging people to bookmark the Get in the Know this Winter...

Breast cancer is a condition that affects around 1 in 7 women during their lifetime, making early detection crucial to improving treatment outcomes. Diagnosing breast cancer at an early stage increases the chances of successful treatment. In this post, we explore the...

Classification: OfficialPublication reference: PRN01549 To: regional directors of commissioning integrated care board chief executive officers general practices primary care networks cc. regional heads of primary care regional heads of public health Dear colleagues,...

Aged 75-79? You can protect yourself against serious lung infection. Every year, thousands of older people need hospital care for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection. It affects the lungs and can cause pneumonia. This can make it hard to breathe. RSV...

 05 September 2024  From this week, all women that are 28 weeks pregnant or more will be offered the new, free, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to protect their babies from RSV. This very common viral illness affects the airways and lungs and can...

Wellness Wheel The Wellness Wheel represents the collaborative effort of the programs and services of the UNLV Student Recreation and Wellness Center — including Aquatics, Counseling & Psychological Services, Disability Resource Center, Fitness, Intramurals, The...

News Release  2 May 2024  Leicester participants in the world’s largest trial of a new blood test, which can detect cancer  often before symptoms appear, are being invited to return for a final blood test, two years on  from the start of the...

Getting diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer at the age of 39 was a real shock. I’m a GP, active mother of two and always been fit and healthy. I don’t have a family history of cancer or any risk factors, so how could it happen to me? As a doctor, perhaps I played down...

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 This week, the NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland (LLR) has begun the next phase of its Covid-19 vaccination programme in an effort to protect those whose immunity is most likely to have already reduced since their autumn vaccine.  The spring...

The flu virus typically peaks during the winter months, the best way to help protect yourself and others from catching and spreading flu is to have the flu jab every year. Flu strains can change from year to year, which means last year’s jab may not protect you from...