Oct10
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has launched a new campaign that raises awareness of green medicines bags in hospital, as part of a renewed effort to better inform patients about ways to help themselves during their hospital stay
The Green Bag Scheme encourages patients to store all their personal, prescribed medication in a distinctive, sturdy green bag and bring it into hospital with them for both emergency and planned admissions.
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Oct04
An inspiring 8-year-old boy is taking on an incredible challenge to raise funds for the hospital he has received years of care from.
Charlie Perry-Hargreaves, has spent much of his young life on the Countess of Chester Hospital's children's ward due to his asthma, and felt inspired to do something special to give other young patients a wider choice of toys and games on the ward.
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Sep26
Patients at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are now able to access their health information anytime from anywhere with the launch of a new online patient engagement service.
The Patient Portal system aims to support a smoother hospital experience for patients, giving them an easily accessible place to view their appointments and letters, request alterations to their appointments if needed and access helpful health information, ensuring a more personalised, convenient and effective hospital journey.
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Sep17
Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire and Chester Zoo Chief Executive Jamie Christon was the guest of honour at a special gathering to mark 10 years since the Countess of Chester Hospital Country Park officially first opened to the public.
The popular green open space celebrated its milestone anniversary last week with a small tea party that was open to all volunteers and community members who have been involved in the country park over the past decade.
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Sep17
Patients undergoing breast reconstruction at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust now have access to a new, cutting-edge nipple tattoo machine, thanks to the generosity of hospital charity donations.
Money donated to The Countess Charity has funded the new machine, which is used to semi-permanent tattoo natural-looking nipples and areola onto patients who have undergone breast reconstruction.
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Sep04
The Countess of Chester hospital is further demonstrating the Trust’s commitment to a greener future with the recent launch of a brand-new sustainability café that offers healthy eating alternatives for its staff and patients.
The Going Greener Café, located inside the Women and Children's Building, opened its doors on Friday 3 November and is an innovative new eatery that offers a variety of food including a plant-based deli bar, salad options, fresh fruit and healthy snacks.
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Sep04
The colorectal team at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are 'absolutely honoured' to have been shortlisted for a prestigious national cancer nursing award for their work in implementing a groundbreaking initiative that speeds up diagnosis for patients.
The Ingrid Fuchs Cancer Nursing Times Award recognises individuals or teams who have enhanced the quality of care for cancer patients, and who excel in delivering compassionate care that makes a long lasting impact on cancer care delivery.
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Aug21
Countess of Chester Hospital – national NHS survey results show increasing patient satisfaction with standards of patient care
Patients at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in 2023 have reported significant improvements in their experiences compared to those surveyed in the previous year.
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