Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has played a key role in two recent medical research projects which have recently published important findings in the ongoing fight against Covid-19. The trust’s research and innovation team based at Stepping Hill Hospital, together with other staff and patients in … [Read more...]
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Stepping Hill infection prevention leader receives top nursing award
The lead nurse for prevention of infections at Stepping Hill Hospital and community NHS services has received a top national nursing award for her outstanding dedication and commitment. Nesta Featherstone (pictured with her award), Associate Nurse Director for the infection prevention service for … [Read more...]
Manager appointed for newly opened Cheadle Manor care facility
New Care has appointed Janet Lewis, from Manchester, as the registered home manager of Cheadle Manor, its recently opened £15 million facility on Stockport Road in Cheadle. Janet (pictured) has worked for New Care for over 12 months, joining the company in October 2019, and was previously the … [Read more...]
Covid-19 vaccinations rolled out at Cheadle care home
Care UK team members and residents at a Cheadle care home have been celebrating after the first dose of Covid-19 vaccinations have been administered for almost everyone living and working in the home. With the support of Cheadle Medical Practice, the vast majority of residents and several team … [Read more...]
County step up for Stepping Hill chest clinic with new treadmill
Patients at Stepping Hill Hospital who need lung exercise tests now benefit from a specialist treadmill to enhance their care, thanks to Stockport County FC. The local football club's donations have paid for the treadmill to boost the exercise equipment area in the hospital’s chest clinic. The … [Read more...]
New CT scanner boosts radiology at Stepping Hill Hospital
Radiology and diagnostic services at Stepping Hill Hospital have been enhanced with a state-of-the-art new CT scanner on the hospital site. Work is now complete on a new building to house the scanner which is now fully installed and ready to help the hospital’s radiology team carry out scans for … [Read more...]
Consultations on carers services and Marple community hub to close in January
Stockport Council has reminded residents that two ongoing consultations in the borough will close on 4th January. The council is seeking to hear views from Marple residents on proposals for a new community hub to replace the existing library and pool with a modern, purpose-built facility. … [Read more...]
Online fitness classes a HIIT with Stockport residents
An online scheme to keep Stockport residents active and support freelance fitness instructors during lockdown is set to expand under the current tier system. While its gym doors had to remain closed, local health and fitness provider Life Leisure has been online, running around 30 live Zoom … [Read more...]
One year on, The Treehouse children’s unit benefits from Stockport frog auction
One year on from being auctioned to raise money, The Treehouse children's unit at Stepping Hill Hospital has been able to benefit from funds raised. The donation was possible thanks to the support of local businesses who sponsored the 2019 Giant Leap Frog Art Trail, organised by the town … [Read more...]
New Care opens £15 million Cheadle facility
Care home operator, New Care has opened the doors to Cheadle Manor, its latest state-of-the-art care facility located on Stockport Road in Cheadle. In accordance with Covid-19 restrictions, a socially distanced red ribbon cutting event took place to mark the occasion with Chairman Dominic Kay, … [Read more...]
Stockport Council and NHS services thank residents for flu jab uptake
Stockport Council and NHS Stockport CCG have thanked residents of the borough for having their flu vaccinations this winter as part of their #JabDone campaign. The ‘Jab Done’ campaign encourages eligible residents and staff to get their flu vaccination - and protect themselves, patients and … [Read more...]
Generous fundraisers enhance Stepping Hill endoscopy care
Endoscopy patients at Stepping Hill Hospital are now receiving enhanced care thanks to the generosity of local fundraisers and former patients. Over two years of fundraising has finally enabled Stepping Hill Hospital’s endoscopy department to purchase new state-of-the-art ‘Scopeguide’ machine for … [Read more...]
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