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We mark two-years since we became the UK’s first COVID-19 quarantine site
Last updated on Monday, January 31, 2022
Wirral University Teaching Hospital is marking two-years since it became the UK’s first quarantine site since 1978 at the start of the country’s COVID-19 journey. The Trust’s Chief Executive, Janelle Holmes, has paid tribute to the tremendous efforts of staff that has continued since those very...
read moreWirral residents reminded to use NHS 111 online during bank holiday weekend
Last updated on Friday, August 29, 2025
Wirral residents reminded to use NHS 111 online during bank holiday weekend Wirral residents are being reminded to use NHS 111 online if they need non-emergency medical advice over the August Bank Holiday (Saturday 23 August to Monday 25 August). Using the right service will help people g...
read moreMotor Neurone Disease (MND)
Last updated on Wednesday, June 25, 2025
This page is currently under development What is Motor Neurone Disease (MND)? MND is a fatal, rapidly progressing disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It attacks the nerves that control movement so muscles no longer work. It does not usually affect the senses such as sight, sound...
read moreCall 4 Concern (Martha's Rule)
Last updated on Thursday, April 17, 2025
Martha's Rule: Detecting Deterioration You know yourself or your loved one better than anyone. If you’re worried about a health condition getting worse, talk to us. What is Martha's Rule? We have introduced Martha’s Rule to help spot any unexpected signs of deterioration early and give you the...
read moreLocal NHS encourages safe use and disposal of antibiotics during World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week
Last updated on Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Healthcare leaders at NHS Cheshire and Merseyside are encouraging residents across the region to ensure that they know how to take and safely dispose of antibiotics, during World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (18-24 November). Antibiotic resistance is when bacteria change in response t...
read morePublic warned to expect significant disruption ahead of strikes by Junior Doctors and Hospital Consultants
Last updated on Monday, July 10, 2023
Health leaders are urging members of the public to use NHS 111 Online for all non-emergency healthcare needs during a prolonged period of strike action involving junior doctors and hospital consultants. Unions have announced a five-day, 120-hour, walkout of junior doctors from 7am on Thursday, J...
read moreHow can the COPD sessions help me?
Last updated on Saturday, February 24, 2018
The COPD nurses based at the service are able to help patients with: Information about their condition Information about inhalers and inhaler technique Information and assessment for nebulisers What to do when a patient has a flare up (exacerbation) and how to spot the early warning signs o...
read moreNew Mobile Breast Screening Unit Opens in Ellesmere Port to Improve Access for Local Women
Last updated on Thursday, April 10, 2025
Women in Ellesmere Port now have better access to life-saving breast cancer screening closer to home, thanks to a 3-month pilot mobile unit funded by NHS England. The mobile breast screening unit, run by the Wirral and Chester Breast Screening Programme, is now based at Cheshire Oaks for the nex...
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