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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.
New diagnostic technology enhancing patient care at Macclesfield District General Hospital
East Cheshire NHS Trust have launched a new transnasal endoscopy (TNE) service, offering patients a safer, less invasive alternative to traditional endoscopy procedures at Macclesfield District General Hospital.
Expansion of diagnostic services at Congleton War Memorial Hospital provides exciting first step of new Community Diagnostic Centre
East Cheshire NHS Trust is delighted to announce the expansion of its diagnostic services at Congleton War Memorial Hospital as part of the exciting Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) development.
Half term health advice for parents
In the half-term week, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is urging parents to take simple steps to keep their children healthy and if they do become poorly, to get the right care without unnecessary trips to A&E.
Final call for people across Cheshire and Merseyside to get their winter COVID-19 vaccination
With just one week left before the seasonal COVID-19 vaccination offer ends on 31 January, the NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside is urging those eligible who haven’t yet had their COVID-19 vaccination to come forward as soon as possible to protect themselves and their friends and family.
East Cheshire NHS Trust’s Virtual Ward benefits over 1,300 patients by reducing hospital admissions through specialised home care
Since its launch in January 2023, East Cheshire NHS Trust’s Virtual Ward service has empowered 1,335 patients to receive specialised care in the comfort of their own homes.
Flip your way to victory and support your local NHS charity at this year’s Macclesfield Pancake Race
The much-loved Macclesfield Pancake Race is back for 2025 with teams from businesses, schools, clubs and organisations across East Cheshire invited to flip their way to victory and raise money for East Cheshire NHS Charity – your local NHS charity.
‘Tidal Wave’ of Flu hitting hospitals across the North West
Flu hit hospitals in the North West even harder last week, as a ‘tidal wave’ of infections led to a 28% increase in hospital cases across just seven days.
Christine Westhead: ‘The hospital means so much to the people of Congleton, and I am proud to be part of this community, providing care and support to those who need it most.’
Christine Westhead, a dedicated Staff Nurse on the Aston Unit, shares her heartfelt experiences in nursing and her inspiring goal to raise funds for the ward as a centenary gift to the hospital.
Demolition work officially breaks ground on new £5 million Community Diagnostic Centre at Congleton War Memorial Hospital
Demolition work has commenced to make way for a new £5 million Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Congleton War Memorial Hospital.
East Cheshire’s Library Team Strike Gold with Award Win
East Cheshire NHS Trust’s Library & Knowledge Service has won gold at the annual LIHNN Service Development Awards.
Local volunteer brings joy to dementia patients in Congleton
Dementia patients in Aston Unit at Congleton War Memorial Hospital are experiencing newfound joy and comfort thanks to the innovative efforts of local volunteer, Jane Arzoni.
Kind and understanding care and trust in staff at Macclesfield’s Maternity Unit are highlighted in survey results
Today the Care Quality Commission (CQC) published the findings of its latest Annual National Maternity Survey, with respondents highly rating the clear communication, and kind and understanding care they experienced, along with the confidence and trust they had in the staff caring for them at Macclesfield's Maternity Unit.
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