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Family sue over Chorley teen’s spinal operation - Chorley Citizen 30th October 2009
"THE family of a Chorley teen left paralysed for life after intricate spinal surgery have launched a bid for seven-figure compensation in London's High Court.
Laura May was just 11 – and trying on clothes while out shopping – when her mother Christine first noticed an anomaly in her upper back which prompted urgent medical attention. "
Chorley youngsters 'curry favour' with healthy eating project- Chorley Citizen 23rd October 2009
"Teens in Chorley are feeling hot, hot, hot by cooking up curries while learning about healthy eating.
NHS Central Lancashire’s Food For Life team has been running a cooking skills course at Liptrott Community House in Chorley to teach youngsters about the benefits of a balanced diet, food hygiene and basic cooking skills. "
Health bosses urge swine flu jab take-up - Chorley Citizen 23rd October 2009
"NHS bosses in Chorley are urging anyone who is offered the swine flu vaccine to seize the opportunity.
Mary Kiddy, NHS Central Lancashire’s consultant nurse who is organising the vaccination programme locally, said: “Most people with swine flu have comparatively mild symptoms and recover quickly. "
Chorley Hospital rated 'good' by inspectors - Chorley Citizen 15th October 2009
"The trust that runs Chorley Hospital has been judged by the country’s independent health watchdog to be ‘good’ for its quality of services and finances.
Performance ratings for NHS Trusts were issued today by the Care Quality Commission. "
Chorley NHS trust unveils 'ownership' programme - Chorley Citizen 29th September 2009
"NHS Central Lancashire has unveiled an 'ownership' initiative for its patients.
The primary care trust, which covers Chorley say the new initiative will allow it to engage differently with the public, patients and other stakeholders. "
Chorley schools won't shut for swine flu - Chorley Citizen 31st August 2009
Schools in Chorley are to reopen as normal this week despite the swine flu pandemic.
Many schools across the UK shut when the virus first hit earlier this year to help contain the spread of illness.
Chorley residents urged to give blood - Chorley Citizen 31st August 2009
The NHS is appealing to Chorley residents to give blood now to save lives this winter - and asking them to take a friend, colleague or family member along too.
David Cameron in NHS pledge on Chorley visit - Chorley Citizen 20th August 2009
David Cameron visited Chorley hospital this morning as he pledged to speed up Labour’s healthcare reforms as he claimed that the Conservatives were now “the party of the NHS”.
The Tory leader met patients and staff at the hospital and said he wanted to go “further and faster” with the Government’s drive to increase patient choice and open up the NHS to private sector health providers.
Chorley campaigner spearheads bereavement and donation campaign - Chorley Citizen 18th August 2009
A new bereavement and donation group has been launched at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.\n\nThe Trust, which runs Chorley and South Ribble Hospital and Royal Preston Hospital, has bought together bereavement and donor services to ensure more people are given the opportunity to consider organ and tissue donation at what is naturally a very difficult time for them.
Flu sufferers urged to stay away from hospital - Chorley Citizen 16th July 2009
Hospital visitors and patients with flu symptoms are being asked to avoid visiting Chorley hospital unless absolutely necessary.
Those attending routine appointments, such as follow up clinics or an outpatients appointment, should seek advice from NHS Direct 0845 46 47 or phone their family doctor.
Chorley Hospital marked on facilities - Chorley Citizen 8th July 2009
Chorley Hospital has received positive scores in a survey looking at cleanliness, food and privacy.
The hospital, along with Royal Preston, were rated excellent for the quality of their food and were judged to be good for their environment, which includes the quality of cleanliness.
Chorley folk urged to pick 'flu friends' - Chorley Citizen 8th July 2009
Health bosses are urging people to choose ‘flu friends’ as they continue to prepare for a possible increase in swine flu cases.
Last week the Government announced important changes to the way it is managing the spread of swine flu in the UK.
Chorley folk urged to pick 'flu friends' - Chorley Citizen 7th July 2009
Health bosses are urging people to choose ‘flu friends’ as they continue to prepare for a possible increase in swine flu cases.
This follows the Government’s announcement last week about important changes to the way it is managing the spread of swine flu in the UK.
Chorley dentist reveals parental role is key to oral health - Corley Citizen 3rd July 2009
A Chorley dentist has stressed the importance of parental responsibilty in brushing up chilren’s oral health.
New research commissioned by Denplan, reveals the important role of parents when it comes to instilling good habits from an early age.
Chlamydia screening targets smashed - Chorley Citizen 1st July 2009
A drive to encourage young people to be tested for chlamydia has been hailed a massive success, with targets being surpassed in Chorley.
NHS Central Lancashire was challenged to screen 17 per cent of sexually active people between 15 and 24 between April 2008 and March 2009 – more than 10,000 tests.
Family doctor retires from Chorley health centre - Chorley Citizen 30th June 2009
A family doctor in Chorley is retiring due to ill health following 20 years in general practice.
Dr Ian Jones will retire from his practice in Chorley Health Centre today and from July 1 his patients will be transferred to a replacement service provided by Dr Raffi, also based at Chorley Health Centre.
Blitz on Chorley commuters using hospital as car park - Chorley Citizen 17th February 2009
CHORLEY Hospital is tackling the problem of hundreds of commuters using its car parks for cheap all day parking with the introduction of a £10 tariff.
The trust which runs Chorley and South Ribble Hospital a is responding to concerns raised by patients and visitors regarding parking difficulties they encounter.
Shock posters warn Chorley teens of drink danger - Chorley Citizen 7th January 2009
Dramatic images of teenagers suffering the effects of drinking too much are being posted on buses, and at train stations and other locations in Chorley to highlight the dangers of alcohol.
The Alcohol Consequences campaign is targeted at parents of teenagers between the ages of 12 and 15 and highlights the vulnerable circumstances youngsters can find themselves in when they have drunk too much.
£60k to boost alcohol education in Chorley and South Ribble - Chorley Citizen 16th December 2008
Young people in Chorley and South Ribble people will be educated about the consequences of excessive drinking after the boroughs were awarded £60,000 to tackle alcohol-related crime.
The money, which will be split equally between the two boroughs, has been allocated to the Safer Chorley and South Ribble Partnership by the Government.
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