Nov19
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has launched a new trans-nasal endoscopy service (TNE), giving patients a less invasive and safer, more comfortable experience.
The innovative new procedure allows the endoscopist to examine the oesophagus, stomach and upper part of the small intestine without the need for sedation, which offers a safer option with fewer side effects.
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Nov19
Pregnant women will now be able to access a vital new vaccination at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, which will help protect their newborn babies from contracting Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV).
Offered as part of a nationwide programme launched on 1 September, the vaccine is expected to save lives and ease the burden on the NHS during the challenging winter months.
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Nov08
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has launched a new Zero Tolerance campaign aimed at combating abusive and threatening behaviour, to ensure that both staff and patients feel safe and respected at all times.
The initiative is part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to creating a positive and supportive environment for everyone and emphasises that abuse towards its staff in any form - whether verbal, physical or emotional - will not be tolerated.
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Nov05
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is introducing a series of improvements to parking at the Countess of Chester Hospital, designed to increase accessibility, convenience and safety for patients and visitors.
In a step towards more efficient parking, a new virtual payment system has been introduced, which allows visitors to pay online, reducing queues at the pay machines and adding extra convenience.
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Oct30
The Countess Charity is delighted to announce that it has successfully reached its ambitious £750,000 target for the Blue Skies Balcony appeal, thanks to overwhelming generosity and support from the Chester community.
The funds raised will go towards building an outdoor balcony for patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and their families, providing them with much-needed access to fresh air and outdoor space.
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Oct29
Stroke patients receiving neurotherapy care from the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust can now access therapy sessions from the comfort of their own homes thanks to a new online neurorehabilitation service.
The NROL (Neuro Rehabilitation Online) project, which went live in September, offers a rehabilitation programme to stroke patients via real-time group sessions that are led by experienced NHS therapists from hospital trusts across Cheshire and Merseyside.
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Oct21
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has bid a fond farewell to its much-loved chaplain Rev. John Kingsley, who has retired after serving the hospital community with dedication for 19 years.
A familiar face to many, John's work as a hospital chaplain has touched countless lives, offering compassion, support and spiritual care to patients, families and staff in their times of need.
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Oct14
2024 has been a remarkable journey for the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Our teams have continued to deliver high quality healthcare to our patients and several of our services have expanded to meet the needs of our community.
This 'Year in Review' video showcases some of our proudest accomplishments, highlights our advancements in patient care, the new technologies we have welcomed and the steadfast dedication of our staff.
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