300 secondary school students from across Stockport and Tameside have had the chance to get hands-on experiences of health and social care careers. Stockport Council and Stockport NHS Foundation Trust welcomed the 14-16 year-olds to Stockport Town Hall on Tuesday 30 September, to take part in the … [Read more...]
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Top accreditation for Stepping Hill anaesthetic team
The anaesthetic team at Stepping Hill Hospital have received confirmation of their high standards following a recent accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA). Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has been accredited under the prestigious RCoA Anaesthesia Clinical Services … [Read more...]
St Ann’s Hospice becomes Moya Cole Hospice
Stockport-based charity, St Ann's Hospice has officially been renamed as Moya Cole Hospice as it nears completion of its new facility in Heald Green. The name change, first announced in July and taking effect from 1st October, honours the organisation's inspirational founder and the work of … [Read more...]
New Stockport NHS laboratory information system goes live
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has introduced the new laboratory information management system (LIMS) system from Clinisys. Stepping Hill Hospital’s pathology department has gone live with the new system which will make it easier for clinicians to process millions of patient test results. The … [Read more...]
Businesses in Stockport to benefit from Arts & Health Week 2025
Stockport based Arc is running its fifth annual Arts and Health Week, and is inviting local businesses to take part and feel better through creativity, with free activities and resources both online and in person. From October 1st to 12th Arc will provide free activities to promote good mental … [Read more...]
Stockport marks GM Moving in Action Week
As part of GM Moving in Action Week, Stockport Council, community partners and local organisations are showing how its Stockport Moving Together initiative is helping residents get active. Stockport Moving Together aims to break down barriers and make movement an easy, natural part of daily life … [Read more...]
Stockport NHS staff get Travelwise for national action week
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has joined the national Travelwise campaign championing sustainable travel choices benefitting health, community, and the environment. Colleagues were introduced to the benefits of sustainable travel choices through Mode Shift TravelWise Week (16th – … [Read more...]
International recognition for Stepping Hill Hospital rheumatology department
Stepping Hill Hospital’s rheumatology department has received a new award confirming it as a top centre for training in ultrasound. The department has been recognised by the European Alliance of Associations of Rheumatology (EULAR) network as an imaging training centre for ultrasound. It has … [Read more...]
Stockport marks Falls Prevention Week
Stockport is marking Falls Prevention Week, from 15th to 19th September by highlighting changes people can make to stay independent and avoid the physical, emotional, and social impact of falling as they get older. The week reminds people to take small, practical steps like making homes safer, … [Read more...]
Stockport Council hosts pop-up events to offer free blood pressure checks
To mark Know Your Numbers Week (8–12 September), the Public Health team at Stockport Council is inviting residents to get a free blood pressure check at pop-up events and across the borough. High blood pressure often called the “silent killer” affects around 30% of adults across England, with men … [Read more...]
National shortlisting for Stockport NHS capital projects team
The team which oversees capital projects at Stepping Hill Hospital and community services in Stockport has been shortlisted for an award recognising the best NHS estates and facilities teams in the country. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust’s capital projects team are up for the title of ‘Estates … [Read more...]
Stepping Hill Hospital maternity department wins UNICEF Baby Friendly award
The Maternity Department at Stepping Hill Hospital has been awarded a Certificate of Commitment as its first step towards gaining recognition from the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) Baby Friendly Initiative. The certificate was presented to staff by Sharon Hyde, Divisional Director of … [Read more...]
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