A 52-year-old man from Oswestry has transformed his health and reversed his Type 2 Diabetes after taking part in an NHS-backed weight management programme, led by Counterweight. Simon, who was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes in January 2024, said he felt unable to control his weight and was increasingly concerned about his health. Retired due…

Health leaders at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin (NHS STW) are proud to announce the launch of a transformational approach to delivering health and care services across the county. Population Health Management (PHM) is an approach which uses linked health data, including that from General Practice (GP), to help improve local health outcomes for residents,…

Health leaders across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are encouraging residents to plan ahead for the Easter Bank Holiday to help ensure they can access the right care and avoid unnecessary disruption over the long weekend. With GP practices closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday, people are being reminded to order any repeat prescriptions in…

  There is no current increase in meningitis cases in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and the overall risk to people locally remains very low. However, it is still important to stay protected and be aware of symptoms. Check your child or young person’s vaccinations MenACWY vaccine Routinely given in Years 9 and 10. If missed,…

Summary The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the NHS are responding to confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal disease in England particularly around the University of Kent. Meningitis remains uncommon and spreads mainly to very close contact with a person carrying the infection, even if they don’t have symptoms. When a case of meningitis occurs…

NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin is reminding people to ‘Think Minor Injury Units (MIUs)’ when they experience a non-life-threatening injury, as part of its ongoing ‘Think Which Service’ campaign. The campaign aims to help people get the right care, at the right place, at the right time, while easing pressure on busy accident and emergency…