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Help set our priorities for 2025 /2026!

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We want to hear what matters to you and what areas of health and social care you think we should focus on for the year ahead. We are also giving you the chance to win a £25 gift voucher!
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Have your say about 25 newly reviewed clinical policies that have been updated with the latest medical evidence about what works best for patients. Visit www.cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk to find out more.

Your views wanted on proposed changes to clinical policies

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is inviting views to help update 25 clinical policies for treatments and procedures in line with the latest evidence of what works best, in the third phase of its harmonisation programme to also ensure equal access for…
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Have your say on GP services

Residents across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to make their voices heard and help shape the future of local GP and health services by taking part in a survey launched by local Healthwatch.
Residents across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to make their voices heard and help shape the future of local GP and health services by…
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Bridgewater Governor Elections 2025

Are you passionate about improving health and well-being in Halton and interested in becoming a voice of your local community? Consider becoming one…
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'Place2Be's Children's mental Health Week 3-9 Feb 2025 Save the date!'

Children's Mental Health Week 2025

Did you know 1 in 5 children face mental health challenges? Let’s make a difference together during Childrens Mental Health Week.

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Whiston A&E Watch report

On 11 December 2024, Healthwatch Halton and Healthwatch Knowsley conducted a joint Listening Event at Whiston Hospital’s A&E department, gathering first-hand insights into patient experiences. The report highlights both good practice and areas that need improvement.
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