Two linked cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in South Ribble, Lancashire.

With the numbers of cases of mumps in England rising to the highest level in a decade, health bosses in Chorley, South Ribble and Greater Preston are urging residents to make sure they are protected against the infection.

The NHS in central Lancashire and Public Health England (PHE) are well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff while also ensuring services are available to the public as normal.

Half term can be a fun but stressful time for many parents, especially in winter as kids play in wet and icy conditions. As part of the national Help Us, Help You campaign, health bosses in Chorley, South Ribble and Greater Preston are encouraging people to visit their pharmacy for advice on minor injuries and ailments.