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A nurse at Blackpool Victoria Hospital who locked a female colleague in a room after using the guise of training to meet her alone so he could attempt to kiss her is free to work in the medical industry again after a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) review of his six-month suspension order.

Update on Vic nurse who locked colleague in room and tried to kiss her

Lancashire Constabulary officers have met with members of a domestic abuse peer support group as part of efforts to improve support for survivors and raise awareness of the impact of domestic abuse.

Police show support for invaluable domestic abuse peer support group

A Blackpool care home has retained its ‘Good’ rating across all five inspection categories, with inspectors praising staff for their kind, compassionate and person-centred approach.

New Care Quality Commission inspection for Blackpool care home

The FDA approval represents another step in its efforts to position smart rings as practical tools for everyday health tracking

Ad Feature RingConn smart ring receives FDA clearance for blood oxygen monitoring

Revealed: Council pays £331k in personal injury claims in three years

A new jobs training centre i planned for the Hillhouse Enterprise Zone in Thornton

Public consultation on plan for future of Hillhouse Enterprise Zone

People across the North West are being encouraged to seek free, confidential mental health support through NHS Talking Therapies services this World Mental Health Day on October 10.

World Mental Health Day: Fylde coast residents urged to seek support

A new festival exploring grief, death and loss is taking place across Blackpool from October 8 to 11, bringing together artists, performers, speakers and community organisations.

Good Grief Blackpool fest on loss & bereavement - how to get involved

Yakult, the gut health experts since 1935, have appointed Joe Gailani as national sales manager

Ad Feature Yakult appoints new national sales manager

Blackpool Victoria Hospital has responded to new analysis showing it recorded the highest proportion of patients spending more than 12 hours in A&E among major emergency departments in England.

Blackpool Victoria Hospital response to record 12-hour A&E waits

Huge changes at Blackpool Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after CEO Maggie Oldham signed off sick for 6 months

Breaking Huge six month changes at hospital after CEO signed off sick

HeartSense helps detect heart conditions earlier, helping aid clinical decision-making and patient care

Ad Feature Cambridge Heartwear wins £184m NHS contract

Blackpool Victoria Hospital has recorded the highest proportion of patients spending more than 12 hours in A&E among major emergency departments in England, according to new analysis of NHS figures.

Blackpool Victoria has highest rate of 12-hour A&E waits in England

Wyre Council has announced the Spa on The Breck at Poulton Health and Fitness Centre reopened on October 1.

Popular Fylde coast spa reopens after extensive recommissioning works

Knowing when to look into providing supplements is crucial - and they're cheaper than you might think

The small changes that could explain why your dog is slowing down

Blackpool Tower was illuminated in yellow on Saturday, October 3, to raise awareness of kinship care and mark Kinship Care Week.

'Incredibly moving' - Why Blackpool Tower was lit up yellow
“It was wonderful to come along to the lighting up of Blackpool Tower.”
Jack Marshall

GP reveals opening date of 3 new clinical rooms amid major expansion

The winter vaccination programme has been launched in Lancashire

How to get free flu and Covid vaccines across the Fylde coast amid NHS warning

YuMove's special offers make it more affordable to support your furry friend

Pet joint support: 50% off your first two subscription months

Iconic Fylde coast landmark Lytham Windmill lit purple for Cauda Equina Awareness Day

Here's why this iconic Fylde coast landmark was lit up in purple

Winter flu and Covid-19 vaccinations are being rolled out to eligible people, including anyone aged 65 or over and anyone aged 18 to 64 who have certain long-term health conditions

People experiencing homelessness to get FREE flu jab for first time

Blackpool Victoria Hospital is celebrating 90 years since it treated its first official patient, with the recent unveiling of a new state-of-the-art surgical robot aptly demonstrating the mind-blowing medical advancements seen at the Vic over the decades.

Hospital celebrates 90th anniversary & new cutting-edge robot revealed

Blackpool Victoria Hospital A&E entrance

'We're really busy' - Hospital bosses issue important plea to visitors

Lancashire Police issue severe ketamine warning as Freshers' Week kicks off

'Drug dealers profit from harm' - Freshers' Week ketamine warning

13 of the latest Fylde coast food hygiene ratings including butchers, Fleetwood Market and Subway

13 of the latest food hygiene ratings including butchers and Subway

The forum discussed the role of beauty technology in patients with PMOS

Ad Feature Ulike hosts PMOS awareness forum

Children are often nervous during these eyetests

Child psychologist's tips for stress-free check-ups for kids
Leading child psychologist Professor Sam Wass has revealed seven top tips for helping children stay calm during potentially daunting health appointments.
Ellie Clibbens

Lewis Edmundson with his son Tommy

'He was so determined' - Tribute to brave dad who passed away at 28

Over 40,000 people with dementia are reported missing for the first time in the UK every year

Ad Feature Appeal launched to safeguard digital database for dementia patients

RingConn Gen 3 was on display at the IFA entrance

Ad Feature RingConn Gen 3 Smart Ring draws attention at IFA 2026

Nearly a quarter of parents have cancelled a medical appointment as they were too busy to attend

Parents put own health on backburner to care for children, study finds

Iconic Lytham Windmill is being lit up in pink all week for Organ Donation Week

Iconic Lytham Windmill is being lit up in pink – here's why

Ad Feature 'Ground-breaking' three-in-one toothpaste launches

Calibre Health Labs is an applied-AI health company pioneering the category of Causal Health

Ad Feature Calibre Health Labs expands nationwide after securing CQC registration

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?

Padel, a cross between tennis and squash, is rapidly growing in popularity (generic photo: Adobe Stock)

Operator wanted for new padel and tennis facilities at Fairhaven Lake

Caring for a loved one with a chronic illness can have an impact on mental health

Loved ones' chronic condition impact family's mental health

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?

The study was commissioned by Kellogg's

Only one in three over 50s know if they are getting enough fibre

King the pony with the 'ear teeth' removed from his head - credit: World Horse Welfare (inset: Oakhill Vets)

'Abnormal' - Pony found tethered & underweight with rare ‘ear teeth’

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?

How redevelopment transformed a neighbourhood amid falling crime and improved health

How Queens Park redevelopment transformed a Blackpool neighbourhood

More than a third confessed they regularly start the day feeling tired

Nearly half of Brits wake up grumpy each week, poll finds

Lorraine Beavers MP welcomes £1.2m funding for homelessness in Wyre and Blackpool

MP welcomes £1.2m funding for homelessness in Wyre and Blackpool

Olympic gymnast Max Whitlock says: "Understanding when your body needs rest is just as important as knowing when to push"

Brits ditch exercising after 33 days - here's the REAL reason why

New jobs at Blackpool Airport on offer - everything you need to know and how to apply

Blackpool Airport jobs on offer - what you need to know & how to apply

Improvements at Garstang Health and Fitness Centre have finally been completed following an investment of more than £235,000 to transform the gym and indoor group cycling studio facilities.

'First-class facilities' unveiled after £235k boost at leisure centre

Chris Webb MP with rough sleeper

Government reveals new £1m fund to tackle rough sleeping in Blackpool

Fleetwood man, Peter Franklin, 53, suffered a devastating heart attack in the Caribbean 24 hours after arriving on honeymoon with new wife Kim

Man had heart attack on Caribbean honeymoon 24 hours after arriving

Blackpool Zoo's stunning endangered Amur tiger has health check from specialist vet

Blackpool Zoo endangered tiger has health check-up from specialist vet

Fleetwood People’s Pier update as new images of multi-million pound project revealed

Huge Fleetwood People’s Pier update as new images of project revealed

A pharmacy is 'redefining' health education by turning to YouTube

Ad Feature Pharmacy Planet hits 200k subscribers

Blackpool Vic Hospital staff face pay cuts amid emergency savings with morale at 'all-time low'

Union response to controversial pay cuts at Blackpool Vic

'Flies and rats' - Blackpool residents fume at 'unhygienic' waste collection schedule

Major hygiene concerns over three-weekly bins as fly menace strikes

Murcia Eva and Paige Simpson

I used Games of Thrones for inspiration - fashion career beckons

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