News and Events

Mobile Testing Unit in Newton le Willows this weekend

03 Dec 2020

A mobile testing unit (MTU) will be available by appointment only at Fairclough Street car park, Newton le Willows from Saturday 5 to Tuesday 8 December inclusive.

50-64 year olds can now get their free flu jabs ahead of the Covid vaccine rollout

03 Dec 2020

GP surgeries and pharmacies in St Helens have been working hard to vaccinate patients as part of the biggest flu programme in UK history, with people aged 50 to 64 now being invited to have their free flu vaccination.

Covid-19 vaccination update

02 Dec 2020

The Pfizer vaccine has now been approved for use by the government (Wednesday 2nd December). Find out more here and complete our vaccine survey.

Need a Covid-19 test? Mobile Testing Unit based in Rainhill

02 Dec 2020

A Mobile Testing Unit will be based at Eccleston Park Golf Club in Rainhill on Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 December inclusive.

St Helens to enter Tier 2 from 2 December

26 Nov 2020

From Wednesday 2 December, the UK national lockdown ends but St Helens will move into Tier 2 'High Alert' of the government’s alert system.

St Helens Cares shortlisted for prestigious HSJ award

18 Nov 2020

St Helens CCG with St Helens Borough Council are delighted to announce that St Helens Cares has been shortlisted for the Health and Local Government Partnership Award at the 2020 HSJ Awards, recognising the outstanding contribution to healthcare.

Self Care Week reminds us to live self care for life

17 Nov 2020

Self Care Week is the annual national event that aims to raise awareness of what we can do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing.

Self-isolation brings people together

17 Nov 2020

As we all adapt to life with the new national restrictions in place until 2nd December, St Helens Public Health team remind people when they need to self-isolate from coronavirus (COVID-19) and that support is available for those in urgent need.

Public urged to contact 111 first if they need urgent - but not emergency - care

16 Nov 2020

From Tuesday 17th November, local residents are urged to contact NHS 111 first if they need urgent – but not emergency - NHS care

New eating disorder champion introduced for young people in Knowsley and St Helens

16 Nov 2020

A NEW role has been created to help young people battling with eating disorders in Knowsley and St Helens to help spot the illness early and provide access to services more quickly.

CCG pledges commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

13 Nov 2020

The CCG Governing Body this week, through lead Governing Body GP Dr Mike Ejuoneatse who sits on the NHS England NW BAME Strategic Advisory Board, made nine pledges to address the concerns and needs of our BAME employees and communities and reduce inequalities.

New Accountable Officer confirmed for St Helens CCG

12 Nov 2020

St Helens CCG with St Helens Borough Council have together appointed Mark Palethorpe to the joint role of Accountable Officer for the CCG and Executive Director for Health and Social Care for St Helens Borough Council.

Clinically extremely vulnerable people are strongly advised not to go to work outside their homes during lockdown

06 Nov 2020

Under updated government guidance, people classed as 'clinically extremely vulnerable' should only go out for exercise and to attend health appointments.

As a second lockdown begins, the NHS in St Helens is reminding people that health services are still there for those who need them

05 Nov 2020

GPs, hospitals, maternity services, and community and mental health services are continuing to see patients for both new and ongoing conditions, and people who need help or advice should seek it.

New local Covid-19 testing facility now open in Parr

04 Nov 2020

A new local Covid-19 Testing Station is now open at the former fire station on Parr Stocks Road and will be open every day excluding bank holidays until the end of January.

Sarah O'Brien Awarded Honorary Professorship at Edge Hill University

27 Oct 2020

St Helens CCG's Accountable Officer, Prof Sarah O’Brien, has been appointed as an Honorary Professor for Edge Hill University’s new Medical School in recognition of her expertise and the mutual values she shares with Edge Hill to improve people’s life chances.

Local GP urges residents to stay fit and healthy to fight the virus

26 Oct 2020

As the number of coronavirus cases and people hospitalised with Covid-19 in St Helens continue to rise, a local GP urges residents take steps to stay fit and healthy to try and combat the virus.

Record numbers offered flu vaccination this year - have you had yours?

19 Oct 2020

Half of all St Helens GP practices have joined forces to offer mass flu vaccination clinics at Saints 'Totally Wicked' stadium.

Local GPs remind patients that practices in St Helens remain open for business

14 Oct 2020

GPs in St Helens are reminding members of the public that practices are open for business - even though they are operating in a different way.

'Clinically Extremely Vulnerable' residents to receive updated advice tailored to local Covid alert levels

13 Oct 2020

People classed as 'clinically extremely vulnerable' and have previously been shielding will receive updated guidance tailored to the local area in line with the new Local Covid Alert Levels.

New restrictions for St Helens - Covid-19 Update

13 Oct 2020

The prime minister has announced a new three-tier system of restrictions in England to try to stop the spread of coronavirus with St Helens, along with the rest of the Liverpool City Region, placed in Tier Three - Very High.

St Helens Covid-19 Update

01 Oct 2020

St Helens is one of a number of areas to face tougher Covid-19 restrictions following a recent increase in infections - as a mobile testing unit is deployed again in the town centre this weekend.

Cancer quality of life survey

30 Sep 2020

If you have been diagnosed with breast, prostate or colorectal cancer in the past 18 months please help the NHS and Public Health England improve quality of life for those diagnosed with cancer in the future by taking part in this survey

St Helens Talkfest sessions - be part of the conversation around health and care

28 Sep 2020

NHS St Helens CCG and the Council’s public health team are running a number of community engagement sessions next week with clinicians and commissioners updating on key health and social care issues in St Helens.

TALKFEST is back!

24 Sep 2020

We're pleased to announce that our TALKFEST engagement sessions are back beginning w/c 5th October 2020 - and this time they're taking place virtually.

New Covid-19 tracing app launches

24 Sep 2020

People are being urged to download the government's official contact-tracing app following its official release. NHS Covid-19 instructs users to self-isolate for 14 days if it detects they were nearby someone who has the virus.

Updated information on testing and self-isolation

23 Sep 2020

There's a lot of confusion over testing and self-isolation. Read the up to date advice from the NHS Test and Trace service on whether you should get a test.

Stronger measures introduced in St Helens to tackle spread of Covid-19

18 Sep 2020

Residents in St Helens will face new measures in its attempts to stop the significant rise in Covid-19 cases. The new restrictions have been announced by Government and will apply to all council areas across Merseyside as it is made an area of intervention today.

Could it be Covid? Local GP gives parents advice on what to look for

17 Sep 2020

Local GP and CCG governing body member, Dr Hilary Flett, has produced some advice for parents who aren't sure if their child's 'back to school' cold symptoms could be Covid.

Mobile Testing Unit in St Helens - Thursday 17th and Friday 18th September

17 Sep 2020

A mobile testing unit will be based in Earlestown on Thursday 17th September and in Rainhill on Friday 18th September as a result of a continued rise in coronavirus cases in the borough.

Sarah O’Brien to leave St Helens CCG and Council to take on key role at Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership

16 Sep 2020

Professor Sarah O’Brien, Clinical Accountable Officer at St Helens CCG and Executive Director of People’s Services at St Helens Council, is leaving her dual role after being offered the post of Executive Director of Strategy & System Development for the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership.

St Helens Coronavirus Update

10 Sep 2020

Residents living in the most affected areas in St Helens will see increased communication and be encouraged to avoid mixing with different groups of people in a short space of time following a steep rise in confirmed coronavirus cases.

Can you help us find a treatment for people with Covid-19?

14 Aug 2020

The CCG is helping recruit people who fit certain criteria to take part in a clinical trial to help find a treatment for people for Covid-19.

Play your part to stop the spread

10 Aug 2020

Social distancing, washing your hands, wearing a face covering and getting a test remain the most important things you can can do to help stop the spread in St Helens as the infection rate begins to creep up.

Stay safe by keeping your distance while socialising

07 Aug 2020

With the weather set to be warm this weekend remember if you are making the most of it to stay safe and keep your distance to protect yourself and others from Covid-19.

St Helens GP reminds patients 'your GP practice is here for you'

04 Aug 2020

Dr Martin Breach, a GP based in Haydock, updates patients on how GP services are currently operating in the St Helens area.

Change in guidance for shielded patients

03 Aug 2020

The further relaxing of shielding guidance came into effect on Saturday 1 August with shielding now officially paused.

Coronavirus isolation period extended from seven to 10 days

30 Jul 2020

People who test positive for coronavirus or show symptoms in the UK must now self-isolate for at least 10 days, rather than seven.

Advice and guidance on face coverings

29 Jul 2020

Wearing a face covering is now mandatory in shops, supermarkets, banks, post offices, enclosed transport hubs and when buying food and drink to take away in England. Read our guidance and advice on what to do if you are on the exemption list.

St Helens CCG supports Better Health campaign

27 Jul 2020

Public Health England has launched a major new adult health campaign to support people to get fit and lose weight - something that can help in the fight against Covid-19 and other diseases.

Help shape the St Helens local borough strategy

17 Jul 2020

Find out how to take part in a consultation on the future of the borough of St Helens.

Annual General Meeting 2020

10 Jul 2020

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place on Wednesday 8 July at 12.30pm.

24/7 mental health crisis lines now free to call

03 Jul 2020

North West Boroughs Healthcare has upgraded its existing 24/7 mental health crisis lines to Freephone numbers. This means they are now free to call from both landlines and mobile phones.

Public urged to ‘play their part’ in staying safe as venues reopen

03 Jul 2020

Dr Mike Ejuoneatse, local GP and governing body lead for St Helens CCG, urges the public to play their part and stay safe as pubs and bars reopen this weekend.

Join us for our virtual AGM

30 Jun 2020

Join us on Wednesday 8th July at 12.30pm for the NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group AGM which this year will take place virtually using Microsoft Teams.

Join us this Sunday at 5pm to say an epic thank you to the NHS on its 72nd birthday

29 Jun 2020

Details have been announced of the plans for the weekend of July 4th and 5th when everybody is urged to take part in the biggest ‘thank you’ the country has ever seen on the birthday of the NHS which will culminate in an epic pause for applause at 5pm on Sunday 5 July.

Government announces steps to relax shielding guidance

26 Jun 2020

The UK Government has set out a roadmap for the clinically extremely vulnerable on the future of the shielding programme with guidance changing on 6 July and again on 1 August.

Coronavirus mobile testing facility visiting Rainhill

24 Jun 2020

Anyone over the age of five who is showing symptoms of coronavirus - continuous cough, high temperature, and a loss of or change in their normal sense of smell or taste - can now apply online to get tested at a mobile testing unit at the former Eccleston Park golf course car park in Rainhill from Saturday 27 to Monday 29 June.

Additional COVID-19 regional testing site in Cheshire and Merseyside

24 Jun 2020

A second regional testing centre for Covid-19 has opened in Cheshire and Merseyside at Liverpool John Lennon Airport. The centre is now testing residents, key workers and NHS staff with pre-arranged appointments.

Advice on face coverings

18 Jun 2020

Face coverings are now compulsory for anyone attending hospital - including GP practices based in hospital buildings - Marshalls Cross at St Helens Hospital and Newton Community Hospital Practice

Cervical screening saves lives - don't put off your test

18 Jun 2020

This Cervical Screening Awareness Week (15–21 June 2020), women in St Helens are urged to book their cervical screening appointments - with GP practices carrying out routine screening appointments.

New online tool launched to help support adults struggling with their mental health

16 Jun 2020

Adults aged 26 and above will be able to access mental health and wellbeing support online for free thanks to a new service for St Helens residents which launches today - Monday 1st June

NHS receives the keys to major new cancer centre

15 Jun 2020

The keys to Cheshire and Merseyside’s major new specialist cancer hospital, Clatterbridge Cancer Centre – Liverpool, have officially been handed over to the NHS, following the completion of construction and will open to patients on Saturday 27th June.

St Helens GP joins NHS BAME advisory group on coronavirus response

12 Jun 2020

We are pleased to announce that Dr Mike Ejuoneatse, our Lead Governing Body GP, has been nominated to join and been accepted on to the NHS England North West BAME advisory group for a fixed two year period.

St Helens needs you! ‘Be a Care Hero’ and join us!

05 Jun 2020

During National Volunteers Week, the CCG along with St Helens Council and St Helens Cares partners are supporting the 'Be a Care Hero' campaign to boost the numbers of care workers in the short term and help care for the elderly at home and in care.

Deployment of the mobile Covid-19 testing unit (MTU) at Eccleston Park golf course

04 Jun 2020

Statement from NHS St Helens CCG on the Covid-19 mobile testing unit at Eccleston Park golf course.

Updated guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable (shielding)

01 Jun 2020

The government has updated the guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable to Covid-19 and have been advised to shield. The update comes into effect from today - Monday 1st June.

NHS Test and Trace service launches

28 May 2020

The new NHS Test and Trace service has now launched across England which will help identify, contain and control coronavirus, reduce the spread of the virus and save lives.

Sarah's blog

28 May 2020

Read Sarah O'Brien's latest blog where she talks about the importance of handwashing and following social distancing guidance as we move out of lockdown and towards a strategy of test and trace.

NHS expands offer of help to people with diabetes during coronavirus outbreak

21 May 2020

People living with diabetes face a significantly higher risk of dying with COVID-19 with a third of deaths in England associated with the condition, according to new NHS research.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2020

18 May 2020

Local GP and clincial lead for mental health in St Helens, Dr Laura Pogue, gives some advice to anyone struggling with mental health during the coronavirus pandemic.

Be 'kind to your mind' this Mental Health Awareness Week

15 May 2020

Former footballer, Andy Cole, and award-winning doctor Dr Rangan Chatterjee, have joined the NHS and local authorites in Cheshire and Merseyside to help key workers and the public be ‘Kind to their Mind’ during Mental Health Awareness Week taking place this year from 18-24 May.

Could it be cancer? St Helens Hospital launches new advice line for those worried about symptoms

14 May 2020

A new advice line for St Helens residents has launched this week to offer advice and rapid access to those who are experiencing symptoms they’re worried may be cancer.

Covid-19 Testing

07 May 2020

Testing for Covid-19 has increased across the country with many others eligible for testing in addition to health and care key workers.

Public urged to support pharmacists

07 May 2020

People in St Helens are being urged to support pharmacists after reports of aggression and anti-social behaviour towards them following increases in demand for their services

Support for patient video online consultations with GP practices

30 Apr 2020

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, how you have an appointment your GP, nurse or other GP surgery staff will be different to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Read our guidance on how to have a succesful video consultation.

Free online mental health support for children and young people in St Helens

29 Apr 2020

Children and young people in St Helens aged from 11-25 are able to access free mental health support via Kooth.com, an online counselling and wellbeing platform - something that could prove a lifeline for anyone struggling during the Covid-19 crisis.

Concerns raised that people are not seeking medical help for serious medical conditions during Covid-19 crisis

29 Apr 2020

Dr Mike Ejuoneatse, a local St Helens GP and CCG Governing Body member, is urging people to not put off seeking medical help if they show signs of a stroke or TIA/mini stroke (transient ischemic attack) during the Covid-19 crisis amid concerns that attendance at GP surgeries and urgent care services are significantly less than normal

NHS health services still there for you when you need them

28 Apr 2020

The NHS in St Helens is reminding people who do not have symptoms of coronavirus (Covid-19) that they can continue to use their local services and seek emergency and urgent care straight away when they need it.

Safeguarding vulnerable residents from hoax calls

24 Apr 2020

Following reports of potential hoax calls from people purporting to be from NHS 111, residents are reminded to not give out any personal banking details over the phone.

Parents asked to keep baby and childhood vaccination appointments during Covid-19 crisis

21 Apr 2020

Dr Sue Hyde, a St Helens GP and Governing Body member is urging all parents to attend their childhood immunisation appointments as usual following concerns that outbreaks of diseases such as measles may occur following people delaying vaccinations due to a fear of contracting coronavirus.

St Helens Carers & Young Carers Centre – providing support during Covid-19

21 Apr 2020

The St Helens Carers Centre continues to provide support to unpaid carers and their families with staff working remotely to provide continuity of this service in the borough.

New 24/7 crisis line to support people’s mental health

14 Apr 2020

PEOPLE living in Halton, Knowsley, St Helens and Warrington who are experiencing a mental health crisis can now access mental health support via a new 24/7 dedicated mental health crisis line: 01925 275 309. This complements the existing 24/7 mental health crisis line in Wigan: 01942 636 395.

Easter Weekend Pharmacy Opening Times

11 Apr 2020

Community pharmacies will be open on Good Friday, Easter Saturday and Easter Monday in addition to a number opening on Easter Sunday.

GP surgeries to remain open over Easter bank holiday

09 Apr 2020

All GP surgeries in St Helens will be supported to remain open on Good Friday and Easter Monday this year - with community pharmacies also opening for several hours.

Coronavirus - information for vulnerable patients on shielding

09 Apr 2020

Information for people who have received a 'vulnerable patient' text or letter about shielding.

Local doctor urges patients to not put off making GP appointment during coronavirus crisis

08 Apr 2020

Dr Paul Rose, GP lead for cancer services in St Helens, urges people with health concerns to not put off making a GP appointment during the coronavirus crisis.

Prevent pressure on the NHS by requesting an isolation note digitally

07 Apr 2020

A new online system went live at the end of March to enable patients to digitally request and be emailed a note if they need to self-isolate - reducing the burden on GP practices.

Coronavirus - latest information from NHS and Public Health England

06 Apr 2020

Latest coronavirus (Covid-19) advice for members of the public (updated 6 April) including social distancing guidance.

Number of community services in St Helens move to new providers

30 Mar 2020

A number of community services in St Helens will transition to new providers on 1 April 2020 as part of a local approach to health and care services delivered in the community as part of the St Helens Cares partnership.

Call for volunteers to help coronavirus response in St Helens

25 Mar 2020

St Helens CCG has teamed up with the council and other partners in St Helens Cares to support the Street Champions volunteer scheme run by St Helens Voluntary and Community Action (VCA). Could you join us?

Sarah's blog

09 Mar 2020

Sarah O'Brien, Director of People's Services and Clinical Accountable Officer, updates on what has been happening across health and social care in St Helens, including Covid-19.

'Kooth' online mental health support now available for young people in St Helens

04 Mar 2020

The CCG has commissioned online counselling and wellbeing platform, 'Kooth' for children and young people age 11-25 who live in St Helens.

New 'FIT' test for St Helens patients to rule out bowel cancer

03 Feb 2020

St Helens residents who visit their GP with stomach and bowel problems are now being given a new non-invasive test to complete at home, which can effectively rule out the presence of bowel cancer, meaning that fewer patients with specific symptoms will need to undergo an endoscopy procedure in hospital.

Advice leaflets produced on the 'Big 6' illnesses for parents

23 Jan 2020

The CCG has produced a series of leaflets for parents giving advice on what to do if your child has one of the six most common conditions that children and young people present with to Urgent Care that can be downloaded from this site.

Sarah's Blog

22 Jan 2020

Professor Sarah O'Brien, our Clinical Accountable Officer shares her monthly blog and reflects on the urgent care system, the future of health and social care in Cheshire and Merseyside and what we are doing to 'grow our own' workforce.

Women urged to attend their cervical screening

22 Jan 2020

With this week (20-26 January) marking Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, St Helens CCG are supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust ‘Smear for Smear’ campaign and urging women in the borough to attend their cervical screening test when invited.

CCG supports national push to recruit male blood donors

16 Jan 2020

St Helens CCG is supporting a national push to persuade men to start donating blood this new year - vital due to a serious gender imbalance in new donors.

CCG backs #LetsDoItTogether Campaign

16 Jan 2020

Health services and commissioners in St Helens, Knowsley, Warrington, and Halton have joined forces again to promote their innovative campaign #letsdoittogether.

GP fully booked? Evening and weekend appointments available

02 Jan 2020

If your GP is fully booked when you want an appointment, did you know that your practice can offer you an alternative with a GP in one of four locations across St Helens?

Are you prepared for a healthy Christmas?

20 Dec 2019

Being prepared isn’t just about having the presents wrapped and turkey stuffed, it’s also about getting your repeat prescriptions requests in and having your medicine cabinet well stocked.

Christmas bank holiday pharmacy opening hours and other community services

17 Dec 2019

Make the right choice in St Helens this Christmas if you or a family member fall unwell with our guide to NHS services in the community.

Parents of toddlers urged to get flu jab as cases continue to rise

13 Dec 2019

Wiht two thirds of toddlers still not vaccinated against the flu, the NHS in St Helens is urging parents of toddlers to get the nasal spray vaccine at their local GP surgery.

St Helens Shared Care Record shortlisted for HSJ national award

12 Dec 2019

The St Helens Shared Care Record has been shortlisted in the system and data integration category award at the national Health Service Journal (HSJ) Partnership Awards 2020, recognising outstanding dedication to improving health and care.

NHS In St Helens promotes community alternatives to A&E and ask public to ‘Lets do it together’

02 Dec 2019

NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group and its partners in St Helens Cares are this week launching a campaign to encourage the public to understand the importance of keeping A&E free for those who really need it and knowing what alternative NHS services are available in the community and when to use them.

Changes to community services provider in St Helens

29 Nov 2019

From 1st December 2019, St Helens residents will benefit from a more local approach to health and care services delivered in the community with the St Helens Urgent Treatment Centre, Community IV Therapy Services and the Looked After Children service being delivered by a new provider.

Are you weather ready?

20 Nov 2019

The CCG is supporting the Met Office's 'WeatherReady' campaign to ensure members of the public can prepare for and cope with severe weather, and keep themselves and their property safe.

Sarah's Blog

18 Nov 2019

CCG Clinical Accounatable Officer, Professor Sarah O'Brien, gives her latest update on what is happening in health and social care including a new campaign starting next month on knowing what community health services to use in St Helens.

Play your part to keep antibiotics working

18 Nov 2019

This World Antibiotics Week (18-24 November), find out how you can play your part to stop antibiotic resistance which is fast becoming a problem across the world.

NHS Flu Campaign Launches

04 Oct 2019

More than 25 million people - nearly half the UK population - will be offered a flu vaccine in the biggest winter flu vaccination campaign the NHS has seen. And for the first time, all primary school children will be offered the nasal spray vaccine.

Outcome of the public consultation on the 'Care at the Chemist' scheme

03 Oct 2019

Following a 12 week consultation into the 'Care at the Chemist' scheme in St Helens, the CCG has decided to continue the service in its current form.

Year 11 Students in St Helens Enjoy Taster of Careers in Medicine and Healthcare

25 Sep 2019

Students from secondary schools in St Helens were given a taste of what life could be like studying medicine and working for the NHS in an event aimed at inspiring future generations of young people in the borough.

Contact Cares celebration event and launch of single point of contact number

20 Sep 2019

Four St Helens residents share their personal stories in a series of films showing how the Contact Cares service in St Helens has made a difference to their lives

Have your say on our ‘Care at the Chemist' scheme

20 Sep 2019

St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group wants to hear the views of the public as it reviews the future of its ‘Care at the Chemist’ scheme.

Be Clear on the Signs of Blood Cancer

13 Sep 2019

St Helens GP and Clinical Lead for Cancer, Dr Paul Rose, is calling on residents to familiarise themselves with the symptoms of blood cancer to help improve rates of early diagnosis during Blood Cancer Awareness Month this September.

Organ Donation Week 2019

03 Sep 2019

This September NHS St Helens CCG is supporting Organ Donation Week which runs from 2 – 8 September.

Community Pharmacy appointment pilot launched

13 Aug 2019

Newton and Haydock patients to benefit from Community Pharmacy appointment pilot

Think - do you need to be at A&E?

07 Aug 2019

If you don't have a life threatening illness or injury, please use the St Helens Urgent Treatment Centre which currently has a waiting time of 2 and a half hours.

New national patient safety strategy for the NHS

19 Jul 2019

NHS England and NHS Improvement have published the first ever national patient safety strategy to support NHS staff and organisations to ensure wherever NHS care is delivered, it is provided in the safest possible way.

Sarah's blog

16 Jul 2019

Prof Sarah O'Brien, Accountable Officer for the CCG and Strategic Director of People's Services, posts her latest blog.

CCG receives ‘good’ rating from NHS England

12 Jul 2019

The CCG has received its annual assurance rating from NHS England as part of the Improvement and Assessment Framework (IAF) and is rated 'good' for 2018/19.

Biggest reform to GPs in a generation will bring new services for St Helens' patients

01 Jul 2019

The biggest transformation to the way family doctors work in more than a generation is launched today (Monday 1 July).

Summer water safety

28 Jun 2019

Drowning accidents are especially high in the summer months and over the last few years, we have heard of too many tragedies that could have been avoided.

St Helens partners with North West Ambulance Service to raise awareness of essential health services

13 Jun 2019

St Helens CCG has partnered with North West Ambulance Service to raise awareness of health services and wellbeing information in the borough for people using its Patient Transport Service.

St Helens leaders make Time to Change pledge on mental health

07 Jun 2019

St Helens CCG along with St Helens Council has pledged its support to creating a workplace where staff’s mental wellbeing is a key priority

Let's Do It Together campaign

23 May 2019

Help our doctors and nurses - your actions could make all the difference to those who really need their care.

Butterfly Model Accreditation for Kershaw Day Support Centre

01 Apr 2019

The Kershaw Day Support Centre in Newton Le Willows has been awarded the prestigious Butterfly Model Accreditation by Dementia Care Matters—the only day support centre in the country to receive the accolade.

St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospital NHS Trust - CQC outstanding rating

20 Mar 2019

St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust has been rated outstanding making it the only acute Trust in Cheshire and Merseyside to achieve the highest possible rating in a CQC inspection.

Working to transform cancer care in Halton, Knowsley, St Helens and Warrington.

18 Mar 2019

NSPCC works with St Helens to launch new guidance on responding to harmful sexual behaviour

13 Mar 2019

St Helens Safeguarding Children's Partnership Board plays a key role in production of national resources for health professionals who work with children and young people.

St Helens Supports Cervical Screening Campaign as take up is at its lowest in six years

05 Mar 2019

Health leaders in St Helens are supporting the first cervical screening advertising campaign in England, as the number of women having checks nationally has hit a 20-year low.

What is the St Helens Shared Care Record?

05 Mar 2019

The St Helens Shared Care Record is a new confidential computer record that will allow health and social care professionals directly involved in your care to access the most up to date information about you. Now live in GP practices in St Helens from today.

NHS St Helens CCG Supports 'Time to Talk Day'

05 Mar 2019

With one in four people affected by mental health problems, NHS St Helens CCG are encouraging people to make 7th February the #timetotalk about mental health

NHS England Launches Long Term Plan

07 Jan 2019

The NHS long term plan, published today, will save almost half a million more lives with practical action on major killer conditions and investment in world class, cutting edge treatments including genomic tests for every child with cancer.

Not sure if it’s an emergency? Call NHS 111 or go online for fast medical advice

21 Dec 2018

Feeling poorly but not sure if it’s an emergency? NHS 111 is here to help

Don’t forget your prescriptions this Christmas season

14 Dec 2018

With Christmas on the horizon there’s a lot to think about.

Urgent Treatment Centre new name for St Helens Walk-in

13 Dec 2018

The walk-in centre in St Helens has been renamed in an effort to make things simpler for people living in the area.

Help our doctors and nurses - your actions could make all the difference to those who really need their care

30 Nov 2018

Every day of the year, the NHS is faced with challenges.

MSK Patients to Benefit from Challenge Fund grant success

27 Nov 2018

People with MSK (Musculoskeletal) conditions in St Helens are set to benefit from digital support to manage their conditions at work thanks to an innovative 12 month project developed by North West Boroughs Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust with the support of St Helens CCG and Manchester Metropolitan University.

GP Extended Access Service now underway in St Helens

27 Nov 2018

Thousands of patients are about to benefit from a scheme which is providing increased access to GP services in St Helens.

Give the gift of blood this Christmas

27 Nov 2018

Residents in St Helens rose to the occasion find out their blood type and become a donor thanks to the ‘know your type’ campaign run by NHS Blood and Transplant in partnership with NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group and St Helens Council with 50 people being tested and signing up to be donors.

Thousands of people across Cheshire and Merseyside join NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme

27 Nov 2018

It’s World Diabetes Day on 14 November and to mark the occasion health and care organisations across Cheshire and Merseyside are celebrating the success of a flagship NHS diabetes prevention programme which is helping prevent Type 2 diabetes, with over 8,000 people being referred to the programme.

St Helens Cares sets sights on a second national award

14 Nov 2018

St Helens Council has been shortlisted for one of the UK’s most prestigious awards open to local government, for its innovative work on the integration of health and social care services.

Take Care, Not Antibiotics

12 Nov 2018

This week (12th to 18th November) is World Antibiotic Awareness Week and NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group along with St Helens Council is reminding members of the public about the appropriate use of antibiotics.

Are you winter ready?

12 Nov 2018

This Self-Care awareness week (12th to 18th November) NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group along with St Helens Council are encouraging people in St Helens to get prepared for winter.

Veterans: priority NHS treatment

12 Nov 2018

A veteran is someone who has served in the armed forces for at least 1 day. There are around 2.6 million veterans in the UK. When servicemen and women leave the armed forces, their healthcare is the responsibility of the NHS.

Come and Talk to Us About Health and Social Care in St Helens

12 Nov 2018

NHS St Helens CCG and St Helens Council are running a series of ‘Talkfest’ community engagement events in St Helens to encourage residents and groups to come and find out how health and social care is changing in the borough, what it will mean for them and how to get involved.

Local health chiefs support campaign for the correct use of antibiotics

23 Oct 2018

St Helens Council and NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are backing a national campaign to reduce inappropriate prescriptions for antibiotics.

Council’s Christmas gift appeal, 2018

23 Oct 2018

St Helens Council’s People’s Service department is calling on kind-hearted residents to help make a disadvantaged child’s Christmas special by donating to its gift appeal.

Five reasons to protect your toddler from Flu

23 Oct 2018

Children aged 2 and 3 are being encouraged to be ‘Flu Superheroes’ this winter and ‘fight those Flu Monsters away’ by having a FREE nasal spray to protect them against flu.

Every NHS hospital in England to cut sugary drink sales

09 Oct 2018

Every NHS hospital has agreed to cut sales of sugary drinks on their premises as part of NHS England action to curb rising levels of obesity.

Give it your Best Shot! Protect yourself and your loved ones against flu this year

09 Oct 2018

As winter approaches, it’s time for those at greatest risk from flu to protect themselves and their loved ones.

St Helens supports Stoptober - Take part in the 28-day stop smoking challenge

01 Oct 2018

Are you thinking of quitting smoking? Research has shown that if you manage to quit for 28 days, you're 5 times more likely to quit for good.

NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) will raise money for Jeans for Genes day on Friday 21st September

01 Oct 2018

Staff at NHS St Helens CCG will be wearing their jeans on Jeans for Genes Day 2018 which takes place on Friday 21 September.

BMJ campaign St Helens

01 Oct 2018

St Helens bucks national picture with cancer waiting times among best in region and services rated as ‘Good’

01 Oct 2018

In St Helens during 2017/18 1,560 people were admitted to hospital with some form of cancer diagnosis. Following an assessment carried out by NHS England, local cancer services have been rated as ‘good’ for the last year.

St Helens is on the pulse!

01 Oct 2018

A cutting-edge stroke prevention test will be available for free on the streets of St Helens at a series of events held by NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) in partnership with the Innovation Agency from Monday 17th September 2018.

CCG Clinical Accountable Officer urges young people to apply to Edge Hill University Medical School

01 Oct 2018

Young people in St Helens are being urged by one of the borough’s top health chiefs to apply to study medicine at Edge Hill University’s new medical school.

NHS England launches campaign urging patients to ‘check before you tick’ for free prescriptions

01 Oct 2018

NHS England and the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) launched a nationwide campaign on 10 September to help people understand their eligibility for free prescriptions.

August Bank Holiday opening hours for a pharmacy near you

01 Oct 2018

The August bank holiday weekend is just around the corner. Patients can save time in the waiting room by visiting their pharmacist for quick, confidential advice on a range of common illnesses.

UK Protect - Counter Terrorism Policiing National Bulletin

01 Oct 2018

Learn About Weather Course

01 Oct 2018

Have you ever wanted to learn a bit more about the weather? Would you like a better understanding of the forecast information that you see on TV or online?

The BHF joins forces with Microsoft and the NHS to save thousands more lives from cardiac arrests

08 Aug 2018

Thousands more lives could be saved from cardiac arrests, thanks to a ground-breaking partnership between the NHS, the British Heart Foundation (BHF), and Microsoft.

NHS St Helens CCG and North West Ambulance Service help St Helens Residents to reduce medicines waste

08 Aug 2018

NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has joined forces with North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) to encourage local residents to make the most of their local chemist by visiting for advice about health issues, reducing the amount of medicines waste and registering for the NHS minor ailments scheme.

BBC & ITV MARKING NHS’S 70TH BIRTHDAY

08 Aug 2018

To help mark the NHS’s 70th birthday, the BBC is broadcasting a season of programmes that started on Monday 25 June. Catch them on the iPlayer.

World Breastfeeding Week 2018

08 Aug 2018

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 August to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world.

Public Health Matters: Why some people suffer during heatwaves

08 Aug 2018

This summer has been one of the hottest summers since records began. As many of us revel in the hot summer sunshine, others are at risk of getting sunstroke and heatstroke – so why, exactly, can we be at risk in hot weather?

Be Clear on Cancer campaign urges public to check urine for blood

20 Jul 2018

Only 16% of those most at risk of bladder and kidney cancer check for vital signs of blood in pee as new campaign encourages public to 'look before they flush'.

Residents in the borough have the chance to give their views on bus services

20 Jul 2018

Get involved and have your say in the first consultation phase of a new bus network review in the borough.

NHS England National Assurance ratings for local CCG improve from 'Inadequate' to 'Good' in just two years

18 Jul 2018

NHS England has (12th July) published its 2017/18 annual assurance ratings, known as Improvement and Assessment Framework (IAF) ratings, for all Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) in England.

Measles cases Wirral

18 Jul 2018

Public Health England North West is working closely with Wirral Council and the local NHS following a small number of confirmed measles cases.

Clean Air Day 2018

18 Jul 2018

Air pollution is real and harms the health of millions. But there are lots of simple things we can do to improve air quality and look after our own and other people’s health. Clean Air Day is a chance to find out more about air pollution, share information with friends and colleagues, and help make the air cleaner and healthier for everyone.

St Helens Cares scoops MJ Award

18 Jul 2018

An innovative partnership programme which looks to improve people’s lives in St Helens has won a prestigious award.

Calling all budding writers!

19 Jun 2018

Shoppers get Cancer information in St Helens

19 Jun 2018

SHOPPERS can access health information while they pick up their groceries and clothes as Cancer Research UK nurses move their regular drop-in facility in St Helens to The Hardshaw Centre in Church Street.

Carers Week 2018

12 Jun 2018

Cervical Smear Tests Save Lives

12 Jun 2018

Patient Participation Awareness Week

05 Jun 2018

​Mental Health Awareness Week 2018

22 May 2018

14 - 20 May 2018 Every year, thousands of supporters across the UK take part in Mental Health Awareness Week, which creates an opportunity for each of us to think about Mental Health and Wellbeing.

National Nurses Day - 14/05/2018

22 May 2018

National Nurses Day is celebrated annually in May to raise awareness of the important role nurses play in our community. It marks the beginning of National Nurses week, which ends on the Birthday of Florence Nightingale 12/05.

Some medicines wont be available on the NHS from June, make sure you know what they are.

22 May 2018

Cough mixture, eye drops, laxatives, sun creams, paracetamol and anti-dandruff shampoo are among the products that will be curbed.

Working together to create a dementia-friendly society

22 May 2018

NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are backing a campaign to improve the lives of people living with the condition this Dementia Action Week.

NHS England pledges specialist mental health services for new mums in every part of the country

08 May 2018

NHS England has confirmed that new and expectant mums will be able to access specialist perinatal mental health community services in every part of the country by April next year.

Be stroke aware during May

04 May 2018

Someone in the UK has a stroke every five minutes. That’s 100,000 people having a potentially life changing medical condition in their brain every year. Now, NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) wants us to know the signs to look out for.

National Apprenticeship Week 2018

04 May 2018

NHS St Helens CCG supports the role of apprentices within the workplace.

Don’t suffer stress in silence – April is the perfect month to take back control

04 May 2018

April is Stress Awareness Month and a good time to open up and talk about the stresses in your life and get the help you need to reduce them.

Report highlights effective work in special educational needs practice in St Helens

04 May 2018

A recent joint investigation carried out by education and healthcare watchdogs OFSTED and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has highlighted the effective work being carried out in St Helens for children and young people with and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Happy 60th Birthday Clatterbridge Cancer Centre!

04 May 2018

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.3m people across Cheshire, Merseyside and the surrounding areas including the Isle of Man.

70 days to end pyjama paralysis

04 May 2018

England’s top nurse will launch a drive to end ‘pyjama paralysis‘ on Wednesday (8 March) to give patients back one million days of their precious time that would otherwise be wasted in bed in a hospital or care home.

It’s never too early, never too late, to take control of asthma

04 May 2018

This World Asthma Day (1 May), NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is reminding us it’s never too early, never too late, it’s always the right time to manage your asthma.

St Helens residents urged to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes

04 May 2018

As part of Diabetes Prevention Week (16-22 April), St Helens residents are being urged to eat healthily and be more active in order to help reduce their risk of being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

#UniteForParkinsons this Parkinson's Awareness Week

04 May 2018

It's thought around 1 in 500 people are affected by Parkinson's disease in the UK and NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) want us to know the signs and symptoms to look out for this Parkinson's Awareness Week (9th April - 15th April 2018).

Hit the road! It’s National Walking Month

04 May 2018

After a long, cold winter we could all do with feeling the sun on our backs and getting the fresh air into our lungs. And in May there’s no excuse not to get out and about – the days are longer and warmer, and it’s National Walking Month.

Every Child Journal - Recovering The Lost Boys of St. Helens

04 May 2018

The Lost Boys’ a report published by Save The Children in July 2016 highlighted that there isn’t a single location in England where boys are outperforming girls in early language skills, or even coming close. And the report stated that the gender gap is at its most extreme in St. Helens, where boys start primary school over 17 percentage points behind their female peers.

Beat the queues in A&E- THE PHARMACIST WILL SEE YOU NOW

04 May 2018

Traffic on the roads is challenging around bank holidays and it can be just the same in A&E – so why not be smart and beat the queues this May bank holiday weekend?

Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 2018

04 May 2018

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), a fantastic annual opportunity to raise awareness of bowel cancer and funds to support the charities fantastic work

Cancer Research UK Launches New Cancer Awareness Hub in St Helens

03 May 2018

Work has now started on the long awaited Eccleston Medical Centre.

27 Apr 2018

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

12 Mar 2018

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month with NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) urging women to know the symptoms and to get checked early.

Breast cancer in women over 70 - don’t assume you’re past it!

12 Mar 2018

Public Health England have launched a national campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer in women aged 70 and over.

Several St Helens schools closed due to bad weather (Thursday 8 March).

12 Mar 2018

A number of St Helens schools are closed today due to the adverse weather across the borough.

NHS ‘one stop shop’ for prostate cancer means faster and more accurate diagnosis

07 Mar 2018

The NHS is using cutting edge technology to help slash diagnosis times for prostate cancer from six weeks to one day in a world-leading new approach that virtually eliminates the risk of deadly sepsis.

Don’t struggle on your own – NHS St Helens CCG encourages people to get help for eating disorders

26 Feb 2018

Realising that you or someone you know might have an eating disorder can be overwhelming. But Eating disorders, while serious, are treatable, and it is very possible to make a full and sustained recovery.

If you’re going to give your heart away this Valentine’s Day, make sure it’s healthy!

26 Feb 2018

Many of us will be giving our hearts away in the tradition of Valentine's Day, but do you know how healthy your heart is?

Don’t let minor sprains and strains spoil half term

26 Feb 2018

The Christmas break seems a distant memory, and with half term around the corner, many children will be looking forward to getting out of the classroom and going out to play.

Keeping warm is key to staying healthy

26 Feb 2018

In one of the coldest weeks of the winter season, vulnerable patients are being advised by local GPs to keep warm whilst the cold weather persist

NHS urges women not to let embarrassment prevent cervical screening tests

26 Feb 2018

Every day 9 women in the UK are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 3 women will lose their lives to the disease.

NHS St Helens CCG launches Neurodevelopmental Pathway

26 Feb 2018

Flu and Norovirus - What to do

26 Feb 2018

Our local hospital is experiencing a high volume of patients, the frail and elderly, attending with serious complications of flu and respiratory illness. It is vital that we keep our services available for those who need them most.

NHS St Helens CCG urge patients to stay away from A&E unless absolutely necessary

26 Feb 2018

Health chiefs at NHS St Helens CCG are encouraging local residents to stay away from A&E during the Christmas period. Hospitals everywhere are under pressure as they manage the increased demand over the Christmas and New Year break.

Mersey Internal Audit Agency (MIAA) Joins Movement to Shine a Spotlight on Fraud

26 Feb 2018

International Fraud Awareness Week kicks off Nov. 12, 2017 worldwide.

St Helens patients urged to learn about the proper use of antibiotics

26 Feb 2018

With the warning that some infections are becoming more resistant to antibiotic medicines, NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) wants us to know when we should, and shouldn’t be taking them.

Take the necessary precautions this winter and avoid any unwanted trips to A&E

12 Feb 2018

As winter looms and the cold weather sets in, the risks of falls and slips increases especially with the icy and slippery conditions. Health chiefs at NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are encouraging local residents to plan ahead and take the appropriate measures to make sure you stay safe and healthy during the festive period.

Living your best life - community discussion and activity sessions

12 Aug 2019

If you were living your best life, what would it look like? Wellbeing Enterprises are running six weekly sessions from Wednesday 14 August in St Helens.

NHS St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group Annual General Meeting (AGM)

30 Jul 2019

We would like to invite you to our Annual General Meeting (AGM) - and film premiere of 'St Helens - Dream to Reality' on Wednesday 11th September 12.30pm at Cineworld St Helens.

Eccleston Medical Centre gets ready to open in new building

05 Mar 2019

Patients registered at Eccleston Medical Centre will soon be able to attend their GP appointments in a new, state of the art facility after the project to bring a new primary care centre to the area reaches completion.

Community TalkFest Health and Wellbeing Fair

05 Mar 2019

Do you want to find out more about local services and community groups? Come along to the St Helens Cares Talkfest Health and Wellbeing Fair.

‘Know Your Type’ and become a Blood Donor

01 Oct 2018

Do you know what blood group you belong to? Well now St Helens residents can find out and register as new blood donors.

Picnic in the Park - World Suicide Prevention Day

01 Oct 2018

World Suicide Prevention day (WSPD) is held each year on the 10th of September. It’s an annual awareness raising event organised by International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) and the World Health Organisation (WHO). St Helens Healthy Living Team will be hosting this years annual event, themed as a "Picnic in the Park" at Taylor Park alongside the St Helens 150 Years celebrations.

Healthy in St Helens event to celebrate 10 years

22 May 2018

This month will mark the tenth annual Healthy in St Helens event, which aims to improve the health and health awareness of local people through fun and family entertainment.

Dementia Information Event - 21st May 2018 The Hope Centre, St Helens

22 May 2018

Dementia Information Event 21st May 2018 9.30am - 2.00pm The Hope Centre, Atherton Street, St Helens, WA10 2DT Let’s celebrate Dementia Action Week together and embrace living well with Dementia.

Dementia Action Week: Become a Dementia Friend

22 May 2018

This Dementia Action Week (21-27 May), St Helens Council’s Public Health team and St Helens Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) are building on a successful campaign which will make St Helens an even more dementia-friendly place to live and work.

Mental Health Awareness Week Activities in the Newton Community

09 May 2018

Healthwatch Event - Making the Right Choices - June 5th

04 May 2018

Date: Tuesday 5th June 2018. Arrival at 12.30pm for registration and lunch. We aim to close the event at 4pm. Location: St Helens RFC Totally Wicked Stadium

Step Out for Stroke event June 21st

04 May 2018

The Stroke Association are holding their annual Step Out sponsored walk to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association. The walk will be held at Taylor Park, on 21st June 2018 from 10.30am, walk starts at 11.00am from the Boat House.

Health visitors invited to attend open evening on 1 May

04 May 2018

Practising and student health visitors are invited to attend an open evening at Suites Hotel in Knowsley (L34 9HA) on 1 May to find out more about a career with North West Boroughs Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s 0-19 child health services in Knowsley, Sefton and St Helens.

Talkfest: Know the signs of mental health problems in yourself and others

04 May 2018

Taking steps to make sure you know the signs of mental health problems in yourself and others can save lives.

Talk to Healthwatch about your experiences of mental health services

12 Mar 2018

Healthwatch are holding a Listening Event on the 15th March around your experiences of mental health services in the borough.

Talkfest Winter - January 25th 2018

26 Feb 2018

Metro Mayor To Hold First Community Question Time In St Helens

15 Feb 2018

Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor, Steve Rotheram will kick-start a programme of community question time events on Tuesday, 7 November at Langtree Park, McManus Drive, St Helens, WA9 3AL.

St Helens Care - November 2017

14 Feb 2018