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News and Events

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.

Pregnant women and adults aged 75 to 79 urged to come forward for national RSV vaccination programme

From 1 September 2024, two new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programmes will be introduced for older adults aged 75 to 79 years old, and pregnant women.

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Temporary Suspension of X-ray Service at Congleton War Memorial Hospital

Please note, the X-ray service at Congleton War Memorial Hospital has now been temporarily suspended, as work progresses on the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the site.

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Have your say! Share your experiences of health and care in East Cheshire

Residents in East Cheshire are being encouraged to share their experiences of local health and care services.

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People in Cheshire reminded about healthcare options ahead of August bank holiday

With the August bank holiday fast approaching, people in Cheshire are being reminded to plan ahead by ordering any repeat prescriptions they may need and knowing what to do if they, or a family member becomes unwell.

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Macclesfield medical students recognised with award

Medical students undertaking their placements with East Cheshire NHS Trust have been recognised with an award for their dedication and professionalism.

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NHS urges public to come forward for care during GP collective action

The NHS is asking the public to still come forward as usual for care during collective action by GP services which starts today (Thursday 1 August).

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Hospital staff on mission to help patients get home quicker

Staff at Macclesfield District General Hospital have starred in a new information video produced to encourage inpatients in hospital to ‘get up, get dressed and get moving’.

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Health Matters - An evening at Congleton War Memorial Hospital

This week, the latest Trust Health Matters event celebrated Congleton War Memorial Hospital in its centenary year.

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Message for patients

We are currently experiencing some technical issues regarding the issuing of patient letters to GPs, which has resulted in a small number being released to the wrong GP practice.

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NHS England responds to global IT outage

Systems are now back online, and patients with an NHS appointment this week should continue to attend unless told not to.

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Local pupils dig in to help wellbeing garden at Congleton War Memorial Hospital

Over 75 local school children have been showcasing their growing love for gardening by supporting with the transformation of a wellbeing garden at Congleton War Memorial Hospital.

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NHS Equality campaign launched during Disability Pride Month

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is raising awareness of the importance of fully accessible health services for patients across the region with sensory disabilities or other communication needs.

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