Health

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Residents urged to book flu and Covid-19 vaccinations ahead of winter

Patients at the hospital are still talking about the visit.

Miniature therapy ponies brighten the day of poorly children

The family's last photo of Diane, taken at the end of summer.

Fundraiser launched to help family stay together after mum's death

April marked a decade of Lorraine and Lee Lewis’ dedication to bringing comfort, dignity and human connection to adult cancer patients across the region through free gift packs and support visits. Photo: James Warren Photography.

Lewis Foundation to mark 10th anniversary in style at gala ball – don’t miss out

Zoe Cole

Patients claim they were left in ‘agony’ and ‘begging’ for help at NGH

East Midlands Ambulance Service

Two ambulance stations to be brought together in new £4m-plus hub

Lindsay House, in Lindsay Avenue, Abington

Mental health service rated ‘Outstanding’ for care after CQC assessment

Children at schools and nurseries are to be offered supervised toothbrushing

Supervised toothbrushing scheme launches for children

Harish has acute myeloid leukaemia (AML)

Family’s desperate search for stem cell donor to save dad

Maternity unit Rockingham Wing, Kettering General Hospital /IMG

New £200m maternity building considered after hospital extension put on hold

There were eight trustees who founded Dementia Sings Out in Wellingborough back in 2019, inspired by Vicky McClure's documentary, and it has now expanded to Northampton.

Dementia Sings Out group expands to Northampton following seven successful years

Midwifery staff from Northampton General and Kettering General Hospital joined Petals Founder and CEO, Karen Burgess and Rust Bucket Rally organiser, Carlos Baldry, to mark the launch of the service

New specialist baby loss counselling service launches for Northamptonshire

Berrywood Hospital

Inspectors say inpatient mental health service staff should be 'proud’

Piotr Maciaszek found out that a friend from university had stage four glioma, which he described as the most aggressive brain cancer in adults, and decided to give back and show his support.

Fundraiser continues giving back after friend’s aggressive cancer diagnosis

EMAS

Couple accuse ambulance service of ‘playing with people’s lives’

Northampton General Hospital

Northampton AI consultation under way to shed 100 jobs 'avoiding' redundancies
A consultation is under way to shed 100 jobs at the hospital trust that manages Northampton General Hospital (NGH) as the introduction of AI replaces administration and secretarial roles.
Alison Bagley

She combined her love for hand-making bracelets and headbands, which were sold at Greene King pub Spencer Arms, with a passion to make a difference to the families impacted by the cruel disease.

PICTURES: Admirable girl, 9, sells handmade bracelets for vital cancer charity

Northamptonshire Health Charity is launching a new fundraising weekend called Power Up for Patients

Gamers challenged to play for 24 hours to support local patients

Chandran Tanabalan and Northants Health Chariety chief executive Jonathan McGee at the launch of the service

NGH first in East Midlands to get pioneering prostate cancer biopsy machine

Holistic women’s coach Nikki Antonaccio empowers women all over the world to become their most confident selves while thriving in their lives and businesses.

Less than 10 tickets left for fifth year of women’s health and empowerment event

Berzerk soft play at Trilogy Active Ltd on Clayfield Close, Moulton Park. The business received a food hygiene rating of 0 out of 5 following an inspection on April 15, 2026, meaning "urgent improvement necessary".

Northampton soft play responds after being given zero star food hygiene rating

Mike Reader MP is calling on the Government to ‘look seriously at bringing a lido to Northampton’ (Pic: Mike Reader petition / change.org)

MP launches petition to bring outdoor swimming pool to Northampton

Some of the organ donation messaged rocks being hidden around the north of the county.

Organ donors at NGH saved more than 21 lives in a year

Phiona Ormesher is the founder of Holistic Heritage, which she launched in Northampton in 2022, and she concentrates on women’s health and wellbeing by offering nurturing spaces for alternative therapies.

Looking to slow down and connect? Check out these new guided wellbeing sessions

Jobs at Northampton General Hospital could be affected as the NHS prepares to introduce new artificial intelligence technology.

Hospital jobs at risk as it prepares to introduce AI technology

West Northamptonshire Council, One Angel Square

New strategy focuses on reaching people before mental health crisis

Brackley Medical Centre

Young people and families offered safe space to talk about alcohol and drugs
Young people and families concerned about alcohol or drug use are being invited to a free drop-in event in West Northamptonshire.
David Summers

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

What side effects do people suffer on weight loss drugs?

Mental health patients now in care of NHS trust following safety concerns at Northampton hospital

Mental health patients now in care of NHS trust following safety concerns

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Residents urged to use trusted sexual health services amid online misinformation

A doctor carries out a blood pressure test for a patient during a medical appointment at a GP surgery (Photo by Charles Milligan/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

New NHS programme to help residents tackle ‘silent killer’ high blood pressure

April marked a decade of Lorraine and Lee Lewis’ dedication to bringing comfort, dignity and human connection to adult cancer patients across the region through free gift packs and support visits.

Lewis Foundation named regional Pride of Britain finalist in 10th milestone year

Leading cancer support charity Maggie’s opened its newest centre in October at the Diana Russell Building at Northampton General Hospital. Photo: Alex Maguire Photography.

Maggie’s launches free support for people facing cancer treatment

Peter Law with his stop smoking advisor, Charlotte

‘I can blow up grandson's birthday balloons’: Life-changing move to quit smoking

Hylton Care has been rated 'good' by the CQC.

Healthcare inspectors rate Northampton care home provider ‘good’

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Students urged to get MenB vaccine before heading to university

To celebrate FLO Sound & Breathwork surpassing its second anniversary, business owner Jodie Beteli and yoga lead Rachel Richards are hosting an event from 1pm on October 4 at Flore House.

Admirable founder to host free retreat for women on the other side of cancer

Northampton General Hospital

Hospital pauses plans to introduce new car parking charges for staff

Bonnie

Family rally to raise money for baby Bonnie's head brace

Sadie, who is taking part in memory of her son, Donnie

Walk, run, cycle or swim to support hospitals in new charity challenge

Paul Martin

Worker diagnosed with asbestos cancer appeals to former colleagues for help

The next She Speaks event at Delapré Abbey is being hosted from 6.30pm until 8.30pm on October 8 and tickets are priced at £12 per person.

Calling all women – don’t miss this chance to connect, learn and share

Eligible adults can explore New Health’s weight-management service online and decide whether it feels right for them.

How to know you’re suitable for private weight management treatment?

Northampton General Hospital

Inspectors upgrade NGH's maternity services to ‘good’ rating

Daventry MP Stuart Andrew visited Browett’s Opticians

Thousands of patients waiting for eye appointments as MP backs High Street care

Delapré Abbey prides itself on being a place that belongs to its community and every visit, volunteer hour, wellbeing session and restored building tells a story of people coming together.

10 wellbeing activities offered at iconic landmark boasting 900 years of history

New Health offers clinician-led weight management designed to fit around everyday life, without the need for in-person appointments.

What private weight management treatments are available without NHS?

The team will be at Weston Favell Shopping Centre on Saturday September 26 from 8am to 3pm.

Free life-saving skills sessions at Weston Favell Shopping Centre in Northampton

Dementia UK’s specialist Admiral Nurses will be available at the Nationwide branch at Weston Favell Shopping Centre on September 8, 9 and 10

Free dementia support clinics available for three days

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Public service workers swap day jobs for falconry experience to boost wellbeing

Care Quality Commission

Home care provider rated ‘good’ in first-ever CQC inspection

Library picture, St Andrew's Hospital, Northampton

Treatment of women at St Andrew’s to stop as NHS prepares to take over care

Ailsa's Aim donation to Northampton General Hospital radiotherapy

Cancer charity launches new scheme to support radiotherapy patients at NGH

Helen Aluko, pictured holding the balloon, is the founder of a much-loved menopause meet up which recently celebrated its third anniversary at iconic landmark Delapré Abbey.

Don’t miss insightful World Menopause Day event coming soon to Delapré Abbey

Now in its fourth year, the Northants Life Awards ceremony is an annual celebration that recognises the businesses, individuals and venues that make the county a special place to live, work and visit.

£5k raised for charity by Northants Life Awards celebrating best of the county