As the colder months approach, local health leaders are urging people across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines to help stay protected this winter. Flu and COVID-19 can both cause serious illness, particularly for older adults, pregnant women, and those with underlying health conditions. Vaccination offers the best protection for…

  Thousands of people across Shropshire are set to benefit from more joined-up, community-based care, as the area is confirmed among 43 areas in England to join the first wave of the Government’s National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme (NNHIP).  In August, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, in partnership with local authorities, GPs, NHS Trusts and…

  Local health leaders from across the Integrated Care System (ICS) have welcomed HealthHero Integrated Care as the new GP Out of Hours provider for Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, with the service officially launching today (1 October 2025).  While HealthHero is a new healthcare partner for the county, patients and residents are reassured that there…