Health

Nantwich schools to have phased re-opening, says Cheshire East

Nantwich schools to have phased re-opening, says Cheshire East

Schools across Nantwich and Crewe will undergo a “phased” re-opening in June, Cheshire East Council has announced.

But parents will not be “pressured” or face non-attendance fines if they do not wish to send children to school.

May 20, 2020
Leighton Hospital patients play key role in COVID-19 research

Leighton Hospital patients play key role in COVID-19 research

Patients at Leighton Hospital who have been treated for COVID-19 are playing a vital role in research into the virus.

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is involved in five national and international research studies looking into COVID-19 treatments.

May 20, 2020
Cheshire East Pride in Park events cancelled amid pandemic

Cheshire East Pride in Park events cancelled amid pandemic

The Cheshire East “Pride in the Park” events are the latest to be cancelled amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Crewe/Nantwich event was due to take place in Queens Park on September 12.

May 20, 2020
Nantwich canvas to be auctioned for NHS Charity

Nantwich canvas to be auctioned for NHS Charity

By Jonathan White
A one-of-a-kind canvas on display in Nantwich is being auctioned off with the proceeds going towards an NHS charity.

The artwork, entitled ‘Support the NHS’ was created by talented Nantwich-based artist Tony Denton

May 17, 2020
Hospital, police and MP award certificates for South Cheshire lockdown children

Hospital, police and MP award certificates for South Cheshire lockdown children

Leighton Hospital, Cheshire Police and Crewe & Nantwich MP Kieran Mullan have launched a “certificate” scheme to reward youngsters staying home during lockdown.

May 17, 2020
New intravenous medication service launches for South Cheshire patients

New intravenous medication service launches for South Cheshire patients

A new service has been set up to provide intravenous medication to Cheshire people in their own home.

“IV at Home” will allow patients to receive medication through intravenous injections in their own homes rather than having to remain in hospital.

May 17, 2020
Nantwich scientist on COVID-19 testing frontline at Govt mega-lab

Nantwich scientist on COVID-19 testing frontline at Govt mega-lab

A scientist from Nantwich is one of a group of Cancer Research UK volunteers testing thousands of patient samples each day for coronavirus.

Sophie Richardson, 22, is based at the new Lighthouse Lab at Alderley Park in Cheshire, led by Medicines Discovery Catapult.

May 15, 2020
Dr Andrew Wilson

Cheshire GP urges residents to keep seeking treatment

A Cheshire GP and senior health boss is urging residents to keep seeking treatment.

Dr Andrew Wilson, Clinical Chair of NHS Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group, spoke out as part of a national drive to encourage people to continue to access care and treatment they need.

May 12, 2020
New Cheshire East service supports unpaid carers

New Cheshire East service supports unpaid carers

Cheshire East Council has launched a service to support thousands of unpaid carers across the borough during the Covid-19 crisis.

May 11, 2020
Nantwich firm Direct Access sources millions of PPE items to help care homes

Nantwich firm Direct Access sources millions of PPE items to help care homes

Nantwich firm Direct Access has sourced millions of items of Personal Protective Equipment to help local authorities, care homes and disability organisations fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Steven Mifsud, boss of the disability access consultancy, based at Regents Centre off London Road, says they have used international contacts to bring supplies to the UK.

May 7, 2020
Nantwich residents pedal and run their way to NHS fundraising success

Nantwich residents pedal and run their way to NHS fundraising success

Two Nantwich residents have helped raise thousands of pounds for NHS Charities – by pedalling and running thousands of miles in their own homes!

May 7, 2020
Reaseheath College staff help develop vital NHS equipment

Reaseheath College staff help develop vital NHS equipment

Reaseheath College staff have been making a difference to the working lives of frontline NHS staff in the region.

Lecturers at the Nantwich college have designed and produced attachments which make surgical face-masks more comfortable to wear.

May 4, 2020
Mid Cheshire Hospitals appoints new Chief Operating Officer

Mid Cheshire Hospitals appoints new Chief Operating Officer

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has appointed Oliver Bennett as its new Chief Operating Officer.

Mr Bennett will begin in post on Friday July 17 to lead operational delivery and performance of the trust’s services.

May 3, 2020