One again in April , drive-through Mobile Testing Units will be available across the borough. These sites are for those with symptoms – a new persistent cough, a high temperature or a loss of sense of taste or smell – and can be booked by calling 119 or visiting www.nhs.uk/coronavirus. Planned dates and sites may be subject to change if testing is required in other locations: Dates and … Continue reading April coronavirus testing facilities for those with symptoms

Health leaders in Southport, Formby and West Lancashire have been listening to the views of patients, staff and the public about their views and experiences of local health and care services over the last two months, and have learned a great deal about what works well and what could be improved. Shaping Care Together is led by a partnership of NHS organisations; Southport and Ormskirk … Continue reading Shaping Care Together: We Are Listening

People in Sefton aged over 50 are being urged by local GPs to book their jab, as the local vaccine programme continues to make good progress. Thousands of people have had their first vaccine at centres across Sefton and GPs are reminding local over 50s who have yet to have theirs, to book their jabs now. Dr Craig Gillespie local GP, chair and clinical director … Continue reading ‘Over 50s; book your vaccine now!’ say Sefton GPs

Cheshire and Merseyside NHS is teaming up with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities to launch a campaign promoting vaccine safety. Using insight from local research, representatives from ethnic communities will address questions about the vaccine in a series of radio adverts, posters and social media adverts planned across the local area. Findings from the research carried out in Cheshire and Merseyside are also being … Continue reading Campaign to boost COVID-19 take up in ethnic communities

Sefton Council is inviting the community to help shape ambitious plans that will ensure Bootle is a great place to work, live, shop and socialise. To achieve this, the council is planning to produce an ‘Area Action Plan’ which will set out a clear vision for the town. It will identify the locations in the town where investment is needed. It will also help to … Continue reading Plan sets out vision for Bootle’s long-term future