Health organisations in Sefton are encouraging everyone eligible for a flu vaccine this winter to make an appointment, particularly children aged 2-3, people aged over 65 and anyone who is a carer. Colette Page, practice nurse lead and influenza coordinator for NHS South Sefton Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) and NHS Southport and Formby CCG, said: “The flu kills thousands of people every year. The flu … Continue reading Free flu vaccines available to more people this year

On the second day of the scheme, Sefton Council is already dealing with thousands of applications for its October half term free school meals vouchers. Sefton Council announced it would be running the scheme following Government’s decision not to provide free school meals during the current holiday. It has teamed up with ASDA to provide vouchers that families who qualify for free school meals can … Continue reading Response confirms need for free school meals scheme

People in Sefton are being reminded that NHS services are still there for those who need them, despite the new Government tier 3 restrictions in place for the area due to the increased number of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases. Dr Craig Gillespie, chair of NHS South Sefton CCG, said: “It’s important that people know that during the pandemic, GP surgeries across Sefton are still here for you … Continue reading NHS services are still here for you when you need them

Like many organisations, the Southport and Formby Cancer Information and Support Centre adapted and innovated in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The centre in Southport is a partnership between Macmillan Cancer Support and NHS Southport and Formby Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), it supports people living with and beyond cancer in a range of ways. Dr Graeme Allan, Macmillan GP and cancer clinical lead at … Continue reading Virtual support sessions for people living with cancer