15 Jul 2026
For patients with suspected skin cancer, the NHS 62-day cancer standard measures the time from when they are referred to the start of their first treatment. Latest NHS statistics reveal NHS Cheshire and Merseyside to be among the highest performing healthcare systems in England for this skin cancer target.
13 Jul 2026
Patients across the country have shared their experience of GP practices, pharmacies and dental services. The independent annual patient survey, run on behalf of NHS England, was published on Thursday 9 July.
10 Jul 2026
Around a million families are being urged to protect their children against the spread of measles and other potentially deadly childhood illnesses, as part of a new NHS vaccination drive.
09 Jul 2026
HIGH temperatures look set to return to the North West in the coming days and into next week and top NHS bosses are offering advice to people who could be affected.
09 Jul 2026
Local authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside have welcomed confirmation from the Department for Education that Sefton Council will host the new Regional Care Cooperative (RCC) on their behalf, marking a significant step forward in improving outcomes for children and young people in care.
08 Jul 2026
The Cheshire and Merseyside Surgical Centre, part of the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, has celebrated its one-year anniversary.
02 Jul 2026
The NHS has been looking at how to improve neonatal care for babies and their families across the North West.
02 Jul 2026
A pioneering online rehabilitation service supporting stroke patients across Cheshire and Merseyside has received national recognition after winning a top award at the Advancing Healthcare Awards 2026 in London.
30 Jun 2026
The Cheshire and Merseyside PINS programme has been featured as a case study in new government SEND guidance.
29 Jun 2026
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is encouraging residents, patients and stakeholders to have their say on proposed changes to high-risk and complex gynaecology and maternity care in Liverpool, as its six-week public engagement enters its final stage.
25 Jun 2026
More than 60 colleagues from across the NHS, local authorities and partner organisations recently came together to explore how Cheshire and Merseyside can improve care and support for people living with frailty.
24 Jun 2026
The NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside is urging anyone who hasn’t yet had their COVID-19 vaccination to come forward as soon as possible to top up their protection.
24 Jun 2026
A service in Sefton has been recognised on the national stage after winning the Partnership for Early Years Inclusion category at the Council for Disabled Children SEND Awards 2026.
22 Jun 2026
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18 Jun 2026
A Liverpool initiative has been named the national winner of the Neighbourhood Health Award at the NHS Excellence Awards 2026.
15 Jun 2026
NHS staff from Cheshire and Merseyside have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours list this year for their outstanding service to patients, communities and the NHS in the region.
15 Jun 2026
On 4 June 2026 Lord Mann published his review into tackling racism and antisemitism within the NHS.
08 Jun 2026
Children and young people living with Type 1 diabetes in Cheshire and Merseyside are experiencing life-changing improvements to their daily lives.
02 Jun 2026
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside has launched a six-week public engagement, running between 2 June and 14 July 2026, on where high-risk and complex gynaecology and maternity care happens in Liverpool.
28 May 2026
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside has approved plans for a six-week public engagement on where high-risk and complex gynaecology and maternity care happens in Liverpool
26 May 2026
NHS organisations and partners across Cheshire and Merseyside have been recognised nationally for their outstanding work to improve patient care through digital innovation.
26 May 2026
The next meeting of the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board will take place at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool from 1pm to 4:30pm on Thursday, 28 May 2026.
26 May 2026
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.