News

You may have heard in the news that there are currently shortages of some medicines used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This is impacting stockholding in both hospital and community pharmacies and as a result of this there may be times over the next few months when it may be more difficult to get hold of the following ADHD medications:

Throughout November we are encouraging men to speak about their mental health and seek help and support.

During Black History Month, we have been lucky enough to hear many stories from our inspirational female staff members from black heritage backgrounds.

There are just a few days left to nominate yourself as a governor to represent patients, staff and your community here at LSCft.

We are encouraging staff, service users and the public to speak up, talk to friends, family and ask for support as the clocks go back this weekend.

The Mayor of Preston visited Community Roots on 26 October to welcome their newest partnership with the Breakthrough Recovery Chorley Group.

We are pleased to announce that Oliver Soriano has been appointed as the Trust’s Chief Nurse.

Chris Oliver, Chief Executive Officer of Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, said, “Firstly, I’d like to offer my personal condolences on behalf of the Trust to Bren’s family for their loss. Our thoughts remain with Bren’s family and friends. 

“I wanted to do something in the community and I have found it very rewarding” - That’s the message from one of our lead governors Dave Hargreaves about what he enjoys about the role, to mark reaching half way through elections to find 14 new governors.

We are the proud winner of the Employer of the Year in Health, Medical and Social Care category at the recent Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards.

World Mental Health Day is recognised on 10 October and this year’s theme, set by the World Federation for Mental Health, is 'mental health is a universal human right.

Black History Month is a momentous occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of black people to British society. It also serves as an opportunity to inspire and empower future generations.