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15th September 2026 7:30 am 1 Much-needed Urgent Treatment Centre finally moves forward – but fears over hospital access remain

WARRINGTON looks set to finally get an Urgent Treatment Centre – but a councillor has warned that a major new healthcare facility will count for little if patients cannot get to it. Read More

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15th September 2026 7:00 am 0 The silent killer: why your blood pressure deserves five minutes of your time

Most of the serious conditions I see in general practice announce themselves. There is pain, or a lump, or a cough that will not shift. High blood pressure does none of that. It sits quietly for years, damaging the arteries, heart, kidneys and brain, and the first sign that anything was wrong is often a stroke or a heart attack. Read More

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14th September 2026 11:04 am 0 Physiotherapy in Brampton: sports injury, back pain & rehab experts

Pain and injuries can make it difficult to work, exercise, sleep, or enjoy your normal daily activities. Whether you are dealing with persistent back pain, recovering from a sports injury, or seeking rehabilitation after an accident, professional physiotherapy in Brampton can help you work toward better mobility, strength, and physical function. Read More

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14th September 2026 7:55 am 0 Warrington social care crisis: hundreds waiting months for reviews as council faces CQC scrutiny

WARRINGTON Borough Council is facing renewed questions over the state of its adult social care services after a Health Scrutiny Committee report revealed that hundreds of people are waiting months – and in one case, more than two years – for reviews of their care. Read More

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10th September 2026 9:23 am 2 Hospital warning: One in four Warrington Hospital beds blocked as social care cuts threaten to make crisis worse

WARRINGTON Hospital is already facing a major capacity crisis – with around one in four beds occupied by patients who are medically fit to leave – and now the NHS trust’s chairman has warned proposed £34m adult social care cuts could make the situation dramatically worse. Read More

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9th September 2026 7:15 am 0 After losing both parents to cancer, Lymm woman gives back to hospital that helped her family

A Lymm woman who lost both of her parents to cancer has paid an emotional tribute to staff at Halton Hospital, saying the care and support her family received helped them through some of the darkest moments of their lives. Read More

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8th September 2026 7:00 am 0 Healthwatch Warrington recognised nationally for driving improvements through community voice

INDEPENDENT public voice Healthwatch Warrington has been recognised by Healthwatch England for its work improving health and social care services and ensuring local people’s voices help shape the support they receive. Read More

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2nd September 2026 11:05 am 0 Home care warning as council plans £34m social care cuts

A new Healthwatch report has highlighted serious concerns about the reliability and consistency of home care in Warrington – as the borough council prepares to make £34m of savings from adult social care – including more than 100 job losses. Read More

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2nd September 2026 7:00 am 0 Early flu warning prompts NHS call for winter vaccinations

Millions of people across the North West will be offered vaccinations this autumn to help protect them from serious winter illnesses, including flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as the NHS warns that flu could strike earlier than usual this winter. Read More

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1st September 2026 7:00 am 0 Free blood pressure checks during Know Your Numbers Week

Free blood pressure checks will be available across Warrington during Know Your Numbers Week, taking place from 7 to 13 September, making it easier for residents to access a quick and simple health check close to home. Read More