12May
International Nurses’ Day 2026
On International Nurses’ Day, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary contribution of our nurses, nursing associates and nursing students, whose compassion, skill and dedication make a difference to people’s lives and our communities every single day. Across every sector and setting, the nursing profession plays a vital role at the...
12May
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Nursing Officer appointed as University of Cumbria Professor of Practice
On International Nurses' Day 2026, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is proud to announce that Chief Nursing Officer and Deputy Chief Executive, Sarah Morrison, has been awarded an honorary Professor of Practice role with the University of Cumbria’s Institute of Health. Sarah returns to her alma mater in recognition of her outstanding contributions to...
12May
More than care: How nurses shape the future of healthcare
For Gabriela Walker, nursing was never just a career choice - it became a calling shaped by experience, compassion and a desire to make a difference. “I think it just kind of happened,” she reflects. “But I always had that feeling of wanting to give back. That’s why I went into nursing.” Now working...
12May
From cleaner to head of student support: a nursing career that proves anything is possible
For one senior leader at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, a career in nursing didn’t begin in a lecture theatre, it began on the wards as a cleaner. Donna Calder, Head of Student, Trainee & Placement Support, explains: “I always wanted to go into nursing. I was fascinated by the human body. But I’m a Preston...
06May
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals strengthens cancer care with second next generation LINAC radiotherapy machine
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has taken delivery of its second new state‑of‑the‑art linear accelerator (LINAC) at Royal Preston Hospital, further enhancing radiotherapy services for patients across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The new LINAC, installed within the Rosemere Cancer Centre, forms part of a national £70 million investment to modernise radiotherapy services...
05May
International Day of the Midwife - celebrating our midwives
This year's International Day of the Midwife theme is 'One Million More Midwives' - highlighting the urgent need for investment to bridge a global shortage. The day itself focuses on advocating for better midwifery care, celebrating professionals and fostering worldwide awareness of maternal and newborn health. As we celebrate our midwives at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals,...
30Apr
World Asthma Day, Tuesday 5th May: Improving asthma care in our Emergency Department
Being admitted to hospital with asthma can be a worrying experience and for this year’s #WorldAsthmaDay on Tuesday 5 May 2026, we’re highlighting the work taking place across our Emergency Departments to improve care for children, young people and adults living with asthma. Asthma affects people of all ages and remains a common reason for...
02Apr
Resident doctor industrial action
The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced strike action by resident doctors from 7am on Tuesday 7 April until 6.59am on Monday 13 April 2026, starting just after the Easter bank holiday weekend. Health services are expected to be busy over the long weekend, so the public is being asked to use services wisely. Regardless of any strike...
