NHS Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group - CCG

From 1 July 2022, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside replaces the CCGs and CWICP.
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NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is established today with a vision to give people a great start in life and to get the support they need to stay healthy and live longer.

More here: https://www.cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk/

‘NHS Cheshire and Merseyside’ is established today with a commitment to work with partners to tackle health inequalities and keep people well.

More here: https://www.cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk/

CATCH is a free NHS health app for parents and carers of children from pregnancy to age 5! It provides guidance from pregnancy until the age of 5, including local support services and timely notifications suited to your child's age
https://www.catchapp.co.uk/

Vaccination is particularly important for children with health conditions that put them at greater risk from COVID-19. That is why the vaccination offer is now available for children aged 5-11. For information please find a parents guide here: https://bit.ly/3LrcmNe

History is made tomorrow when ‘NHS Cheshire and Merseyside’ is established as part of a shakeup described by Chair, Raj Jain, as: “The best opportunity we’ve ever had to make a real difference in
quality of life for our residents.” More here: https://bit.ly/3ODp7Wa

Get answers to all your weaning questions, plus safety advice, recipes and more at Start for Life.

Scan, swipe, swap with the NHS Food Scanner app for lower sugar spoonfuls of yum.

Download it for free today: https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families/food-facts/nhs-food-scanner-app/

Friday sees the beginning of a new way of improving health and care for every person in and . More here: https://bit.ly/3ODp7Wa

We all need it sometimes, feelings of anxiety and depression can affect us all, but help is out there and you are not alone.

If you’re struggling with your mental health, the NHS can help you get your feet back on the ground. NHS mental health services are a free, effective and confidential way to treat common mental health issues. You can refer yourself or your GP can refer you. Go to nhs.uk/help.

When you think you need A&E, go to 111 online first. We’ll help you right away, and if needed, a healthcare professional will call you. Visit 111.nhs.uk

New data reveals only 27% of people know that feeling weak, lightheaded or experiencing a feeling of general unease are symptoms of a heart attack.

Even if you’re unsure if you or somebody you’re with is having a heart attack, call 999 and describe your symptoms

Know the signs of a Sickle Cell crisis:
Pain
Signs of infection
One-sided paralysis/weakness
Confusion
Difficulty walking/talking
Sudden visual changes
Unexplained numbness
Severe headache
Breathlessness

Acting quickly can save lives.

On July 1st 2022 NHS Cheshire and Merseyside will replace the current CCG infrastructure with nine borough ‘Places’ tasked with working to improve health and care outcomes under the umbrella of the new organisation. To keep up to date from July 1st please follow

Cervical screening checks for types of the HPV virus that can cause cell changes to your cervix. Cell changes are easily treated and prevents cervical cancer. Don't ignore your screening invite. Cervical screening saves lives. For more information visit https://bit.ly/3FgO8CR

Do you know what to do when labour starts? Use this guide from to learn more so you can stay calm and you know what to expect: https://www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/giving-birth/what-do-when-labour-starts

We want your views to check we’re on the right track to improving mental health care for
everyone. Join us for a cuppa and share your views at one of our engagement events:
Book now: https://bit.ly/3Nkw5yi

Here's a reminder to book your cervical screening this - and learn more about this really important test here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/