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Allergic reactions to wasp stings can be fatal.

How to treat a wasp sting and spot signs of an allergic reaction

The Prime Minister has launched the NHS 10 year health plan.

The 3 things that could change for you under the 10 year health plan

Last data has revealed that nearly one in three cancer patients are waiting longer for their first treatment.

The best performing hospital trusts for first cancer treatment

54 per cent of those not seeking support blamed the long waits for treatment via the health service

Adults with chronic pain cite long NHS wait times for poor treatment

A healthcare volunteer at work

Derbyshire helps health volunteering programme inspired by Covid response hit ‘1...

Four key sun safety tips as the Met Office forecasts temperatures to exceed 30°C in some parts of the UK.

Watch: Four key sun safety tips as temperatures surge in the UK

How much sleep children need varies depending on how old they are

The time you should send your child to bed at every age

SImba

Brits get 17 hours less sleep a month in summer, compared to winter - experts re...

Doctor warns of growing risk of easy access to weight loss jabs

This week people living with obesity and significant health risks became eligible for the weight-loss medication tirzepatide – known as Mounjaro – on the NHS.

People seeking weight-loss medication on NHS warned it is not yet available

Guest columnist Vicky Waring writes on the subject of mental health.

Column: Digital mental health apps can have a key role to play

Matt Kitchin

Chesterfield operator reveals how modern buses can play crucial role in environm...

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Soaring NHS job demand faces vacancy crisis despite career interest

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

How to avoid rabies and what to do if you're exposed on holiday

The best hospitals and treatment centres in the East Midlands - as rated by inspectors.

The best rated hospitals and treatment centres in the East Midlands

A heat health warning has been issued for Derbyshire.

Health warning issued for Derbyshire as heatwave arrives

Chesterfield Royal Hospital faces a £21.8 million budget cut this financial year.

Hospital ‘doing all it can to make sure public money is spent efficiently’

CHEC Nottingham

CHEC Nottingham expands access to eyecare with community clinic rollout

A third of medical professional believe beds are currently blocked by people in hospital who would be able to go home sooner

NHS bed blocking crisis fuelled by poor quality incontinence care

Michael Rosen will present a show of monologue and poetry titled Getting Over It at the Pavilion Arts Centre, Buxton on June 20, 2025.

Top author's show of monologue and poetry delves into personal grief and trauma

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Measles hotspots - areas with the highest number of cases this year

Chancellor, Rachel Reeves

Opinion: Toby Perkins MP for Chesterfield responds to the Spending Review

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Economy shrinks, NHS spending surges and struggling councils miss out

Gatsby’s Bar will open this weekend. Credit: Rachael Murfin

New bar set to open its doors in Derbyshire town centre this weekend

Cllr Duncan Haywood and senior staff members, Practice Plus Group Hospital, Barlborough

Barlborough hospital celebrates 20th birthday

The University of Derby will host consecutive Open Days on Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21.

University of Derby to add second Open Day due to demand

There have been 13 cases recorded of the new Covid variant in the UK.

New Covid strain found in the UK - signs and symptoms to look out for

Not everyone can give blood, these are the common health conditions that mean you can't be a donor.

The common health conditions that could stop you from giving blood

Chesterfield Work and Wellbeing event

Chesterfield Borough Council invite you to attend the latest job fair

Matt Kitchin (centre) at the launch of the electric buses in Chesterfield

‘Do one thing for the environment’ this World Environment Day

Community Hubs connecting event

Community collaboration is how we build a better Derbyshire

Mega Star, Yungblud brings his festival BludFest to Milton Keynes National Bowl

Yungblud and Tickets for Good unite to give NHS staff access to BludFest 2025

Around 10 people die in the UK every year from bee and wasp stings.

How to treat summer bug bites and stings - and when to call 999

Optegra Eye Clinic Nottingham

Local employer Optegra recognised among the Sunday Times Best Places to Work

Toby at Hollingwood Primary School

Opinion: Labour’s plans will ensure the next generation is more resilient

Toby Perkins, MP for Chesterfield and Jeevun Sandher MP, Labour's East Midlands Regional Mission Delivery Champion

Political Opinion: Fixing our NHS gathers pace as Chesterfield set to gain from ...

Adults can also benefit from spending time with animals - Animal News Agency

Stressed Derbyshire parents take note: How animal petting sessions aren't just f...

Guest columnist Steve N Allen is a writer and comedian.

Column: With the struggles the NHS faces should cash really go on this?

Inside the new mydentist Chesterfield practice

New dentist practice relocates to Chesterfield site in £1.4m investment

Specialist NHS Breast Cancer Screening Unit now in place at Aldi’s Ashford Road Store in Bakewell.

Aldi partners with NHS to provide free breast cancer checks in Bakewell

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Major supermarket to end Blue Light Card discounts for key workers

Mr Girish Vajramani, neurosurgeon at University Hospital Southampton specialising in functional neurosurgery and pain management, particularly neuropathic pain.

One in three adults misdiagnosed in Lincolnshire with depression are living with...

Redrow Midlands is offering up to £15,000 discount for armed forces and key workers

Housebuilder honours key workers and armed forces in Derbyshire with exclusive o...

Amanda Outram celebrates 10 years as a funeral arranger

A decade of dedication as Amanda celebrates 10 years as a funeral arranger

With cases on the rise, this is how to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid symptoms.

How to tell the difference between hay fever and Covid as cases rise

Proposed Clowne Garden Village Site

Derbyshire planners urged to endorse controversial housing scheme

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