News and reports

People across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to use NHS 111 for all non-emergency healthcare needs ahead of industrial action by resident doctors (previously known as junior doctors).

Healthwatch is the independent champion for people who use health and care services. The nine Healthwatch organisations across Cheshire and Merseyside are working together to understand people’s views and experiences of using the NHS App. Your feedback will help make sure digital services work for everyone.

Mersey Care are pleased to be holding their yearly Carers Christmas Party on Saturday 6 December 2025.

We are conducting a survey to better understand the availability, accessibility, and effectiveness of diabetes support services in St Helens.

A new wellbeing initiative, Crisis Café 110, is inviting local residents to its upcoming open evening on Friday, 10th October from 4pm to 6pm.

The goal of this project is to provide a structured, supportive environment where men can learn coping strategies, improve emotional awareness, and develop a strong support network.

‘Too Much Blue - Get a Review’, is a new campaign focused on child asthma - developed by Beyond, the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside children and young people's transformation programme. It will run throughout autumn 2025 and aims to encourage better self-management of asthma through a mix of education, practical tools, and community engagement.

The North West Coast Clinical Network are excited to launch a pioneering series of FREE cardiac health information videos that transforms how heart patients obtain vital guidance, with a particular focus on addressing longstanding health inequalities in accessing cardiovascular care.

Over the Rainbow is a social support group for young people aged 13-19 years (up to 25 if you have additional needs) who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Trans, questioning or unsure of their sexuality or gender identity.

We are looking for volunteers to help us assess our inpatient hospital sites.

Patients across Cheshire and Merseyside are being asked to plan ahead for the August bank holiday weekend (Saturday 23 August – Monday 25 August) by ordering any necessary repeat prescriptions, to avoid running out of essential medication. The NHS recommends any repeat prescriptions due in the days over the summer bank holiday should be ordered by Friday 15 August to give GP practice and community pharmacy time to get their prescription and medication ready.

Healthwatch St Helens joins 131 local Healthwatch to oppose Government plans to undermine independent public voice.