Morecambe Urgent Treatment Centre

23/06/2026

🌞 Staying safe in the heat 🌞

Hot weather can increase the risk of dehydration, overheating, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Take a few simple steps to keep yourself and others safe:

💧 Drink plenty of fluids
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains and blinds during the day
🌳 Stay in the shade, especially between 11am and 3pm
👕 Wear light, loose-fitting clothing and a hat
🚿 Cool down with a cool shower or by splashing your skin with cool water
👀 Check in on older relatives, neighbours and anyone who may be more vulnerable to the heat

If you or someone else becomes unwell in hot weather, be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heatstroke and seek help if needed.

🔗 Find more advice from the NHS: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather/

12/06/2026

📢 𝐖𝐄’𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 - 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌

We’re currently recruiting across a range of roles, including:
• Clinical positions
• Operational & support roles
• Admin & corporate services

💡 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬?
✔ NHS pension & competitive pay
✔ Funded training with clear career pathways
✔ Flexible working options (role dependent)
✔ Dedicated wellbeing support & staff perks

Be part of a team that values you, supports you, and helps you thrive every day.

🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩?
🔗 Explore our latest vacancies and apply now:
https://www.fcms-nw.co.uk/careers/vacancies/

22/05/2026

📢 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 – 𝐖𝐄’𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the community? We're looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join our awesome teams! 🌟

We have exciting opportunities available in both clinical and non-clinical roles across multiple locations.

🔍 Explore our latest vacancies:
👉 https://www.fcms-nw.co.uk/careers/vacancies/

Tag someone who’d be perfect for our team! 💙

12/05/2026

20/04/2026

📢 WE'RE HIRING!

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference and grow your career? 💙

We’ve just added brand new vacancies across our teams – and we’d love to hear from you.

𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙪𝙨?
✔ NHS pension & competitive pay
✔ Funded training & real career progression
✔ Flexible working (role dependent)
✔ Wellbeing support + staff perks

Join a team that supports you, invests in you, and makes an impact every day.

🔗 Check out our latest vacancies and apply today:
https://www.fcms-nw.co.uk/careers/vacancies/

28/03/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/14fhxyiJ1W1/?mibextid=wwXIfr

This is Martha Mills 🩵

Martha sadly died in 2021 after developing sepsis in hospital, where she had been admitted with a pancreatic injury after falling off her bike. Martha’s family’s concerns about her deteriorating condition were not responded to, and in 2023 a coroner ruled that Martha, aged 13, would probably have survived had she been moved to intensive care earlier 😞

As a result of Martha’s tragic death, Martha’s Rule was developed. This recognises that those who know the patient best may be the first to notice changes that could be an early sign of deterioration 🩵

It alerts us to the importance of listening to and acting on the concerns of patients, families and carers 🩵

Hospitals now have a dedicated phone number for patients or their relatives when they have serious concerns for their welfare 👍

The hospital staff are also fully aware of Martha’s Rule and can give you advice.

At our local Blackpool Victoria Hospital, the number is 01253 955588 ☎️

For more information about Martha, and how we are trying to change things for the better, see the link below ⬇️

https://www.england.nhs.uk/patient-safety/marthas-rule/

13/03/2026

Ketamine use has become a big problem ☹️

It may seem like a good idea, cheap, no hangover, and readily available, but the reality is, Ketamine slowly kills your bladder ☠️

Those ‘K Holes’ also make you vulnerable to injury and exploitation, as you can’t remember anything about them 🤯

As health care providers, the amount of young people and young adults having to undergo bladder surgery and other treatments, is extremely worrying 😕

Take a look at the video below ⬇️

Listen to Dr Nigel Laycock, and hear a real life experience story from Finley.

Ketamine will ruin your life, and very quickly.

Stop, before it’s too late 🛑

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=HHXibOLeVk8&pp=iggCQAE%3D&fbclid=IwVERDUAQg6elleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEehbLY7Z0ufv2OEVFpdo2uwH638MqEY2e14p8_wx8sjfQjpmKB3GQO0da4ES4_aem_-cQwm1mA6ZKRZll1WQYmAA

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, Dr Nigel Laycock shares why he is concerned about Ketamine usage and is joined by recovering Ketamine user Finley Worthington, ...

26/01/2026

Warning: Contaminated street drugs have caused three deaths in the last 10 days in Morecambe and Lancaster.

Naloxone is freely available via community pharmacies and test strips available from drug treatment services. Please share widely thanks

08/01/2026

🚨 Exceptional demand continues across our local NHS services

Due to continuing high levels of demand for NHS services, measures remain in place to reduce pressures. Thank you for your help. Please continue to:

✅ Use A&E only for serious or life-threatening emergencies.
✅ Collect loved ones, who are ready to leave hospital, as soon as possible and make sure they have what they need at home.
✅ Be aware that, if you do need A&E, you may experience a wait.

Our teams will see the most seriously ill patients first - please treat staff with respect.

If you have to visit A&E, due to a serious accident or emergency that is life threatening, please make sure you are prepared for a potential wait by taking things you may need like a charged phone, a payment method and warm, comfortable clothing. We apologise if you experience a longer wait.

Please use health services wisely. Accessing the right service at the right time may mean you’re seen quicker and helps reduce pressure.

Please remember that vaccinations significantly reduce the risk of severe illnesses and hospitalisation. Find out how to get vaccinated on the ICB website - https://orlo.uk/Gor2K

Please share this message with your colleagues and networks.

Thank you to our incredible NHS teams and partners working tirelessly across hospitals, community services and the region.

Craig Harris
Chief Commissioning Officer
Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB