Flu vaccination bookings open as NHS takes early action ahead of winter
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is urging eligible people across the region to book their flu jab, as preparations for winter begin earlier than ever.
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Make a will this October with St. Rocco’s Hospice
The St. Rocco’s Hospice ‘Make a Will Month’ returns this October to help local people plan for the future while supporting vital hospice care.
New chief nurse for North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust has announced the appointment of Nicola Martin as its new chief nurse.
Three quarters of people now seen within four hours at North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust
More patients are now being seen quicker at North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust thanks to ongoing work to support frontline teams and deliver high quality urgent and emergency care.
Vet’s 100km challenge honours friend and raises thousands for mental health charity
A Grappenhall vet has completed a gruelling 100km challenge in just two days, raising more than £7,000 for a charity supporting the mental health and wellbeing of the veterinary profession.
Praise for patient care, but safety breaches found at Arbury Court
AN unannounced CQC inspection of Arbury Court at Winwick, Warrington identified breaches of safety regulations, specifically regarding inaccurate ligature risk assessments across its secure forensic and PICU wards.
£9,000 Boost for heart charity thanks to Wain Homes golf day
A charity supporting people living with, or at risk of, heart disease has received a £9,180 donation thanks to a fundraising golf day organised by Wain Homes.
Cadent Dragons retain crown as St Rocco’s Dragon Boat Race raises record-breaking £30,000
THE River Mersey was transformed into a vibrant arena of colour, camaraderie, and intense competition on Sunday as Warrington Rowing Club hosted the annual St Rocco’s Hospice Dragon Boat Race.
Health checks most adults keep putting off and why they shouldn’t
There is a particular kind of adult logic that applies to health checks. If nothing is visibly wrong, the appointment can wait. Life is busy, the NHS is stretched, and booking a GP visit or specialist appointment for something that feels manageable feels somehow indulgent. So the check gets pushed to next month, then next quarter, then indefinitely.
Warrington A&E crisis: Hospital and Council admit whole-system pressure
PEOPLE visiting Warrington Hospital faced gruelling waits of up to 14 hours at the Accident and Emergency department over the weekend, sparking an apology from hospital leadership and a detailed response from the borough council regarding systemic healthcare gridlocks.