North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust

05/05/2026

We’re loving this post from our Warrington Hospital Maternity Unit asking: do you remember your midwife?

Leave a comment on their post and let them know!

We are proudly celebrating International Day of the Midwife today 👶💙

Do you remember your midwife? 👶🏻

To celebrate International Day of the Midwife on Tuesday 5 May, we’re inviting you to take a moment to reflect on the people who supported you through your pregnancy and birth.

Share a photo of your baby (then and now – any age!) alongside a memory of your midwife in the comments below if you’re happy for us to share it across our social media on the day 👇

Let’s celebrate the incredible work of our midwives together ❤️

04/05/2026

Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday.

If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent medical help.

03/05/2026

You can call your local dental helpline to get urgent advice this bank holiday weekend.

They can advise how to make an appointment, should you need one.

➡️ Greater Manchester: 0333 332 3800
➡️ Cheshire and Merseyside: 0161 476 9651
➡️ Lancashire and South Cumbria: 0300 1234 010

02/05/2026

Some local pharmacies may have different opening hours over the bank holiday.

To find an open pharmacy near you, search 'find a pharmacy NHS'.

01/05/2026

‘Don’t wait for the rash’: Mum urges parents to trust their instincts after son’s life‑threatening meningitis case

When 16‑year‑old Jack became suddenly very unwell at home, his mum Anneka knew something was not right. The rash only appeared later – and it was tiny.

Jack was taken to hospital and teams acted quickly to diagnose and treat meningitis. He is now back at school and preparing for his GCSEs.

Meningitis can make you seriously ill very quickly. Do not wait for a rash. Get medical help immediately if you are worried about your child or loved one.

Possible symptoms can include:

➡️ a high temperature
➡️ severe tiredness
➡️ confusion
➡️ a bad headache
➡️ a rash that does not fade when you press it (it may appear later and can be hard to see)

Find out more about meningitis and its symptoms by visiting the NHS website and searching 'meningitis'.

30/04/2026

We’re regional champions at the first NHS Excellence Awards 🏆

Huge congratulations to our Organisation Development Team, whose Your Future Your Way programme has been recognised in the Valuing Our People category for supporting colleagues from ethnic minority backgrounds into leadership.

The programme helps people build confidence, skills and qualifications, with senior leaders actively supporting career progression. So far, more than 50 colleagues have gained leadership qualifications, and representation at senior level has grown.

We’re proud of this team and their commitment to inclusive leadership that makes a real difference for our people, patients and communities. 💙

29/04/2026

We are screening eligible patients aged between 50 and 71 registered with the following surgeries to attend for breast screening:

▶️Weavervale Practice, Runcorn
▶️Kenneth Macrae Medical Centre, St Helens

Please don’t put off your breast screening appointment. Early detection saves lives.

27/04/2026

🌟 Health Hero Award Winner 🌟

Huge congratulations to nurse Colleen Spencer, who has been named Health Hero at the Warrington Guardian Inspiration Awards.

With over 20 years in the NHS, Colleen also cares for her husband and volunteers at a local church club supporting older people with friendship and hot meals.

Her kindness, dedication and commitment to others truly stood out 💙

We also congratulate the Discharge Facilitator Team and midwife Jonathan Thompson‑Cliffe, who were highly commended on the night.

Thank you for everything you do.

25/04/2026

Don’t miss your chance to help inform positive change to neonatal services. The Neonatal Care Experience Survey was sent out to those who are eligible and will be closing soon ⏰.

​If you were invited, please don’t miss the opportunity to take part and share your experiences of care. ​The NHS uses the results to understand what is working well and which areas need improvement.

The survey has been posted to those eligible to complete it. For more information on the survey and how to access help and support in completing it, please visit https://nhsneonatalsurvey.co.uk

24/04/2026

We had a great turnout at our healthcare support worker open session, with lots of interest and engagement throughout!

People asked thoughtful questions and took part in positive discussions, helping them get a clearer picture of what the role involves and what a career in healthcare could look like 💙

Feedback has been really encouraging, with attendees telling us they found the session informative and enjoyable.

21/04/2026

21/04/2026

We are screening eligible patients aged between 50 and 71 registered with the following surgeries to attend for breast screening:

▶️Padgate Medical Centre, Warrington
▶️Lingholme Health Centre, St Helens
▶️Weavervale Practice, Runcorn

Please don’t put off your breast screening appointment. Early detection saves lives.