News and reports

This report highlights the public feedback received during our outreach sessions at Warrington & Halton Hospitals between December 2024 and February 2025

An increasing number of residents across Cheshire and Merseyside are now benefiting from hospital-level care without leaving the comfort of their own homes.

With the Easter bank holidays fast approaching, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is urging members of the public to order repeat prescriptions in good time.

Our GP report examines the experience of 529 local people.

Welcome to the first of our new style quarterly reports. This report looks at trends in the feedback we get from the public each quarter.
This report is based on the experiences of 593 local people.

The National Cancer Patient Experience survey allows cancer patients to give feedback on the care they have received. This feedback is used to understand where care is working well and how NHS cancer services across England can be improved.
Results from the survey are used by providers to improve the experience of cancer patients at a national, regional, and local level. The survey is run by Picker on behalf of NHS England.

World Autism Acceptance Month is an opportunity for everyone to come together and raise awareness, foster acceptance, and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood, and empowered.
Whether you’re at home, at school, or at work, your involvement can make a real difference. It’s about how you show up - whether you’re supporting your autistic colleagues, students, or family members, your actions can help create an inclusive and accepting world.

April marks Stress Awareness Month 2025, a time for you to take charge of your wellbeing and discover effective ways to manage stress. This year’s theme, #LeadWithLove, empowers you to approach ourselves and others with kindness, compassion, and acceptance, no matter the challenges we face.

Research shows that more than nine in 10 people survive bowel cancer when it’s diagnosed at the earliest stage. This is why this Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Bowel Cancer UK are asking everyone to share the symptoms of the disease.

Knowing the symptoms is important to help spot bowel cancer early. The earlier it’s found, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

This report summarises concerns raised by parents and families regarding services for children with special needs in Halton, as discussed by the Steering Group at Brookfield School in October 2024.
The issues span healthcare, therapy services, education, and social care, with families expressing frustrations about long waiting times, lack of support, and inadequate services.

As from 1st April 2025, there will be an increase in the cost of NHS dental treatment in England.

Finding a suitable care home for you or a loved one can be difficult. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask can make the decision easier. We’ve gathered some information and useful resources to help you make the right choice.