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Kind gesture helps makes visits for lung health checks in Scunthorpe safer
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Grounds staff at social club rally to the cause during cold snap
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'Advanced technology' will help reduce hospital stays after 'busiest week' this winter
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NLaG will implement the 'Flow' project which is aimed at reducing unnecessary hospital stays and admissions
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Almost 2,000 more patients than year before turned up to northern Lincolnshire A&Es last month
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There was a significant year-on-year rise in the number of people going to accident and emergency departments at Grimsby and Scunthorpe last month - the local NHS trust is advising people its emergency departments remain 'really busy'
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Should face masks be brought back to help curb the spread of flu? Vote now
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Flu cases are on the rise and there are fears it could cause huge strain on the NHS
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Cervical cancer survivor urges women to go to screening appointments
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"If you can spare five minutes to go to the shop for a loaf of bread, why can’t you spend five minutes booking that smear appointment?"
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Humber-area hospital wards fill up with flu cases as doctor says it's 'not too late to get protected'
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There is 'more than a full ward' of patients with flu at Grimsby's hospital, the NHS has said
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Can Labour fix the NHS with huge reforms? Have your say
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The changes are part of a series of reforms to be announced by Labour leader Keir Starmer and Health Secretary Wes Streeting on Monday.
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Mum who lost son, 31, to cardiac arrest fundraises for more free heart screenings for young people
People
Gill has fundraised tirelessly for free heart screenings to be offered to young people - 32 have already been referred for further tests thanks to the scheme
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East Midlands Ambulance Service called to 965 emergencies in first hours of 2025
East Midlands Ambulance Service
There was a 'significant increase' in emergency ambulance calls due to people having consumed 'excessive amounts' of alcohol
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What will Scunthorpe be like in 2025?
Scunthorpe
A number of major projects in and around Scunthorpe are due to be completed in 2025, including a new family-friendly science and tech centre, the Burringham Bypass, and a health centre
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Norovirus sufferers urged to 'stay at home' as cases rise
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The NHS has issued advice on the 'winter vomiting bug'
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Thousands sign up to support healthcare research across Humber region
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"We would like to thank everyone who’s taken part or signed up to be involved this year for their willingness to help us and others like them"
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Grimsby Alcohol Care Team issues Dry January warning
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It might not be the best option for everyone
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Northern Lincolnshire hospitals reintroduce face mask rule for staff as flu cases rise
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The rule has come in following a rise in admissions due to the virus over the past two weeks
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Guy Martin's 'unexpected diagnosis' as he fronts new Arctic Warrior series
Guy Martin
Arctic Warrior series sees Guy Martin head 200 miles above the Arctic Circle to embed with the Royal Marines at -20 degree temperatures
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Stark life expectancy gap in North East Lincs as boys expected to live 3 fewer years than girls
Grimsby
Baby boys born in North East Lincolnshire between 2021 and 2023 are expected to live three fewer years than girls
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Scunthorpe hospital changes: Council calls on Health Secretary to intervene
Health
The changes would affect more than 2,500 patients a year at the hospital and were subject to a public consultation
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Have your say - as PM promises more police, are you 'scared to walk your streets?'
Politics
Sir Keir Starmer has pledged to get tough on crime by putting a named police officer in every neighbourhood
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Northern Lincolnshire NHS Trust pays out £1.3million for gynaecology medical negligence claims in five years
Diana Princess of Wales Hospital
The Trust, which runs both hospitals in Grimsby and Scunthorpe, has had the highest number of claims for gynaecology-related medical negligence in the region
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'No meaningful change' says senior councillor over Scunthorpe General Hospital changes after negotiations
Scunthorpe General Hospital
Negotiations for a local resolution over proposed Scunthorpe General Hospital changes have been held between the council and the local NHS Integrated Care Board
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Hospital staff honoured for years of dedication and service
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The honours acknowledge team members who have shown unwavering dedication to patient care
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HICA Group says social care is in the 'dark ages' following Budget
Grimsby
CEO says increases in National Insurance and National Living Wage will make it harder to care for the vulnerable
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Have your say! Do you agree with the 'Get Britain Working' strategy
Employment
Those who decline opportunities could risk sanctions
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Petition launched after Waltham Dentist loses NHS contract after 50 years
Waltham
A petition has been launched to oppose Waltham Dentist Practice losing its NHS contract
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