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To mark Men’s Health Awareness Month, throughout November we will be sharing a number of stories from colleagues whose own experiences of mental health have inspired them to help others.

An initiative created by nurses and patients on a mental health unit to improve care has won one of nursing’s top accolades

Take charge of your health – that is the message from NHS chiefs this Self Care Week.

To mark Men’s Health Awareness Month, throughout November we will be sharing a number of stories from colleagues whose own experiences of mental health have inspired them to help others.

This Armistice Day, we are honouring all veterans and highlighting our continued recognition as a Veteran Aware Trust.

Earlier this year service users and local communities were asked to submit name suggestions for the formerly named Recovery College. Ben Wilson-Mayor was delighted to be crowned the winner with his initiative suggestion, Community Roots.

Our Chief Executive, Chris Oliver, said: “I extend my personal condolences on behalf of the Trust to Bren’s family for their loss and our thoughts remain with his family and friends.

We are celebrating the vital contributions made by internationally educated nurses (IENs) to our patients.

You may have heard in the news that there are currently shortages of some medicines used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This is impacting stockholding in both hospital and community pharmacies and as a result of this there may be times over the next few months when it may be more difficult to get hold of the following ADHD medications:

Throughout November we are encouraging men to speak about their mental health and seek help and support.

During Black History Month, we have been lucky enough to hear many stories from our inspirational female staff members from black heritage backgrounds.

There are just a few days left to nominate yourself as a governor to represent patients, staff and your community here at LSCft.