Read all the news from East Cheshire NHS Trust and find out about the events we run and how you can get involved.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
People urged to order repeat prescriptions ahead of Easter
With the Easter bank holidays fast approaching, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is urging members of the public to order repeat prescriptions in good time.
Lung Cancer Nurse Karen Clayton flies the flag for East Cheshire at Australian Conference
The exceptional work of East Cheshire NHS Trust’s lung cancer service was showcased on the global stage at the recent Australian Lung Cancer Conference in Adelaide.
East Cheshire NHS Trust is the kindest Acute Trust in the North West
Newly published results from the NHS Staff Survey, show a 20% increased response rate on last year in the numbers of colleagues at East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECT) choosing to engage with the national survey, which is the largest engagement survey in the world.
Flipping fantastic pancake race raises record amount for East Cheshire NHS Charity
East Cheshire NHS Charity’s Macclesfield Pancake Race turned Shrove Tuesday into a day of fun and fundraising, with over £900 raised.
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