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Liverpool City Region officially becomes a Marmot City Region to strengthen action on health inequalities

On 17 July, Mayor Steve Rotheram and Liverpool City Region leaders confirmed Liverpool City Region as a Marmot City Region, reinforcing a long-term commitment to improving health and reducing inequalities through prevention.

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Cheshire and Merseyside come together this autumn to raise awareness of suicide prevention and support for all

Communities across Cheshire and Merseyside are coming together this autumn to support a series of events that encourage conversations about suicide, reduce stigma, and make sure that everyone knows where to go for help and support for their mental health.

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Cheshire and Merseyside NHS Trusts at national forefront for swifter skin cancer diagnosis

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.

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NHS Cheshire and Merseyside July 2026 Blog

Liz Bishop (Chief Executive)

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Patients have their say in annual Patient Survey

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.

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Around a million parents urged to book new ‘four-in-one’ NHS jab to protect young children against measles

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.

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As hot weather returns top NHS boss shares advice on how to stay well

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.

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Cheshire and Merseyside partners secure Regional Care Cooperative to transform children's care across the region

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.

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One year anniversary for NHS surgical centre

The Cheshire and Merseyside Surgical Centre, part of the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, has celebrated its one-year anniversary. 

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An update on improving neonatal care services in the North West

The NHS has been looking at how to improve neonatal care for babies and their families across the North West.

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Innovative Stroke Rehabilitation programme wins national award

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.

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Cheshire and Merseyside programme recognised in national SEND reform guidance

The Cheshire and Merseyside PINS programme has been featured as a case study in new government SEND guidance.

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Final call for feedback as NHS public engagement on proposed changes to high risk and complex maternity and gynaecology care in Liverpool enters final weeks

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.

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Partners come together to focus on improvements in frailty care across Cheshire and Merseyside

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.

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Final call for people across Cheshire and Merseyside to get their spring COVID-19 vaccination

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.

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Sefton SPOT Teams honoured with national SEND award

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.

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Pioneering Liverpool neighbourhood health model keeping people out of hospital wins national NHS Excellence Award

A Liverpool initiative has been named the national winner of the Neighbourhood Health Award at the NHS Excellence Awards 2026.

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Cheshire and Merseyside NHS staff recognised in The King’s Birthday Honours

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.

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Lord Mann Review into tackling racism and antisemitism in the NHS

On 4 June 2026 Lord Mann published his review into tackling racism and antisemitism within the NHS.

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NHS Cheshire and Merseyside June 2026 Blog

Liz Bishop (Chief Executive)

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Life-changing diabetes technology transforming care for children and young people in Cheshire and Merseyside

Children and young people living with Type 1 diabetes in Cheshire and Merseyside are experiencing life-changing improvements to their daily lives.

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NHS launches engagement on proposed changes to where high-risk and complex maternity and gynaecology care happens in Liverpool

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.

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NHS Board approves plans for a public engagement on proposed changes to where high-risk and complex maternity and gynaecology care happens in Liverpool

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

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Cheshire and Merseyside NHS digital transformation on show at HSJ Digital Awards 2026

NHS organisations and partners across Cheshire and Merseyside have been recognised nationally for their outstanding work to improve patient care through digital innovation.