Health

More than 120,000 GP appointments in Lincolnshire had a waiting time of more than 28 days, new figures have revealed.

The Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance has welcomed a relief helicopter while its iconic yellow AW169 aircraft undergoes a service.

A new trampoline fitness class designed to improve both body and mind has launched.

People are being encouraged to help a town-based charity which is on the move.

Children led by the sister of a young boy who died have delivered a petition to Downing Street calling for allergy safety reforms.

A director for a hospitals group writes about changes to digital technology to benefit all patients.

An NHS boss has urged summer visitors to look after themselves as thousands prepare to make their way to Lincolnshire’s East Coast.

Gym users at Spalding’s Castle Sports Complex will move into a temporary facility when the site’s £28 million revamp gets underway.

An extra £500,000 is being set aside to refurbish leisure facilities in the area.

A woman who turned her life around after sleeping in a tent now wants to help others do the same — but is appealing for help to start.

A resident is demanding action to sort out the fly-tipping and rubbish issues plaguing a town street.

Outpatients using NHS equipment at home have been told to expect some “short-term disruption” after its main supplier went bust.

A father battling aggressive prostate cancer has completed a 16km charity swim despite a hernia pausing his Ironman dreams.

The family of a former publican have donated proceeds from his funeral to a community hospital.

Bereaved parents will be offered counselling in a new initiative funded by the United Lincolnshire Hospitals Charity.

A new gym promising to blend high-quality fitness with a strong sense of community has officially opened.

A family has launched a foundation to support village groups and leave a legacy to one of its most active members.

Wheelchair sports will soon be offered at a centre which runs activities for adults with additional needs thanks to a £25,000 grant.

A health boss has said feedback about proposed changes to the same day urgent care service in Rutland could lead to amendments to the plan.

A mother is pleading for action after her son, three, who has sleep apnoea, remains off the surgical waiting list three months after diagnosis.