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Read all the news from East Cheshire NHS Trust and find out about the events we run and how you can get involved.

Welcome to our News and Events page.

Here you can read all the news from East Cheshire NHS Trust and find out about the events we run and how you can get involved.

Community colleagues set to shine in 50th anniversary stage adaptation of beloved BBC sitcom 'The Good Life'

Community colleagues from East Cheshire NHS Trust are stepping into the spotlight to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the beloved BBC sitcom 'The Good Life.

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Fiona Owen | "It’s about making it a good experience and doing the best you can do for your patient."

As we celebrate International Nurses’ Day, we shine a spotlight on Matron in Planned Care, Fiona Owen, a dedicated colleague whose journey with East Cheshire NHS Trust began in 1998.

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Katie Andrew | "At the heart of everything I do, I’m a community nurse and the patient is always at the forefront of any decisions I make."

As we celebrate International Nurses’ Day, we highlight the story of a nurse who has dedicated her career to patient care within her local communities.

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Maria Shibu | "I’m so passionate about my profession and I am a person who likes to give great care to my patients and always be there for them."

As we celebrate International Nurses’ Day, we shine a spotlight on the journey of a nurse whose passion for patient care led her to Macclesfield Hospital.

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Michael Duran | “Supporting people in their most vulnerable moments and doing so as part of a team is the most rewarding feeling.”

As we celebrate International Nurses’ Day, we highlight the inspiring journey of a nurse who made his way from the Philippines to the UK, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a passion for patient care.

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Natalie Bassett | “I'm not one to just wear the uniform, I want to change things, and I want to make things better.”

As we celebrate International Nurses’ Day, we highlight the story of a dedicated nurse who has overcome numerous challenges to pursue her passion for patient care.

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AstraZeneca workers toy drive to support Children’s Ward at Macclesfield Hospital

Kindhearted members of staff from AstraZeneca showed their generosity this week when they dropped off a big toy donation at the Children’s Ward at Macclesfield General Hospital.

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Bedside Bibles return to Macclesfield Hospital in time for Easter

This month has seen the return of bedside Bibles to wards at Macclesfield Hospital, after their removal from hospitals across the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Medical Assessment Unit (MAU): Temporary change of patient visiting times

There will be temporary change of patient visiting times at the MAU at Macclesfield District General Hospital, to 1-7pm, from the current times of 2-4pm and 7-8pm, commencing from Monday, 21st April.

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Neonatal team at Macclesfield Hospital awarded top accreditation for outstanding parent-focused care

The Neonatal team at Macclesfield Hospital have been recognised for their outstanding parent-focused care with top level national accreditation.

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Endoscopy unit recognised for quality care

The Endoscopy unit at Macclesfield District General Hospital has been recognised for quality care and has achieved Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Accreditation.

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Cheshire mum takes on the London Marathon to support Macclesfield Hospital

A Cheshire mum will be lacing up her running shoes this April, as she prepares to run the London Marathon in support of the East Cheshire NHS Charity.

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