Plans for Southport hospital to be finalised
March 15, 2018
The building of a new mental health hospital in Southport looks set to be given the go-ahead.
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Blood donors needed after bad weather
March 6, 2018
The NHS is appealing for more blood donors in Liverpool and elsewhere after a large decrease during the recent blizzards.
Healthcare provider ends Walton Jail deal
March 6, 2018
HMP Liverpool has lost its contract with a healthcare provider, leaving prison inmates with an uncertain future.
Tattoos galore to help Evaline’s surgery
November 13, 2017
A 24-hour ‘tattoo-athon’ has been held to raise funds to help a child have life-changing surgery.
Hannah’s battle to fund vital stomach surgery
March 21, 2017
An Ellesmere Port woman hopes to raise enough money to have a potentially life-changing operation.
George keeps on running for Alder Hey
March 20, 2017
A 10-year-old is going the extra mile on a mission to raise funds for the Alder Hey Children’s Charity.
Smokefree Liverpool backs No Smoking Day
March 8, 2017
Smokefree Liverpool held a series of events across the city to mark national No Smoking Day.
New law call as attacks on NHS staff rise
February 27, 2017
The number of assaults on NHS staff in England has almost doubled over the past six years, according to new research.
Merseyside hospitals hit by winter bed crisis
February 21, 2017
New figures show that the occupancy of Merseyside’s hospital beds has reached high-risk levels during this winter.
Brave blogger dies after cancer battle
January 30, 2017
A woman who blogged about her fight against bowel cancer and subsequently inspired thousands has passed away.
£3m to boost mental health for mums
December 8, 2016
More than £3 million is being invested to provide better mental health services for local pregnant women and new mothers.
Protest over NHS cuts and privatisation
December 3, 2016
Demonstrators gathered at Liverpool's Cunard Building to protest against NHS cuts and privatisation.
Thousands to help Will go back to school
November 28, 2016
More than £60,000 has been raised for a Wirral teen with a brain tumour to enable him to go back to school.
‘Secret’ plans may lead to hospital mergers
November 17, 2016
An investigation finds that NHS bosses are trying to keep plans to cut hospital services a secret.
Fire walkers feel the heat to help hospital
November 2, 2016
Fearless fundraisers walked over hot coals to help buy equipment for the New Royal Hospital.
Fighting fit for bid to become most active city
October 25, 2016
Public health workers launch a bid to make Liverpool the most active city by 2021.
Baby Box scheme to support parents
October 11, 2016
Expectant mums are set to receive a free box full of baby essentials in the launch of a new pilot scheme.
Mental health awareness in spotlight
October 10, 2016
A festival brings music, dance and art together to get people involved in the discussion about mental health.