Ightenhill Medical Centre

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Targeted Lung Health Check Programme

Supporting earlier diagnosis of lung cancer

What is a Targeted Lung Health Check?

  • Targeted Lung Health Checks (TLHC) are being offered in our area to support with the early detection and treatment of lung cancer.
  • Those between the ages of 55 and 74 who are current or former smokers will be invited to a TLHC.
  • The check compromises of two stages, the first is a telephone call with a health professional who will assess your risk of lung cancer. If you are deemed to be high risk, you will be invited for a low dose chest CT. The TLHC service will organise this, as required.
  • The TLHC Programme is currently being rolled out across England. Initially being available in areas of England with the highest lung cancer mortality rates but is expected to be available nationally by 2024-25

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Travel Clinic

The Practice Nurse provides comprehensive advice about overseas travel and vaccination. A charge is made for non-NHS injections. Please ensure you arrange to have your travel vaccinations at least 4 weeks prior to travel. The Practice Nurse can advise on vaccination requirements for patients travelling abroad and give vaccinations as required. In order that your ...

Stoptober

Stoptober and Local Stop Smoking Support Services in Lancashire Quit Squad provides stop smoking support in the Lancashire Area. For further information on the provision of stop smoking support services in Cumbia, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen, please see the links below: Find Your Local Stop Smoking Service: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/