Nov09
9 November 2026
A Cheshire man who was just minutes from death after suffering a cardiac arrest in the street has thanked the off-duty Countess of Chester Hospital nurse and members of the public whose swift actions helped save his life.
Mike Brereton, 61, was walking along Tarporley High Street shortly before 9am on 12 September when he suddenly suffered a massive heart attack that sent him into a cardiac arrest.
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Nov03
27 October 2026
The streets of Chester are set to be filled with festive cheer once again as hundreds of Santas lace up their trainers to take part in the city’s annual Santa Dash.
Open to everyone from seasoned runners to families with young children and well-behaved dogs, the 3.
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Nov03
14 October 2026
As Baby Loss Awareness Week brings a focus on an experience that is often suffered in silence, the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has unveiled a dedicated memory wall for bereaved families.
Following conversations and feedback from bereaved parents, the wall was designed to offer families another special way to remember their babies.
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Oct05
Chester’s newest hospital building is marking its first year with a remarkable run of national awards. The £110m Women & Children’s Building at the Countess of Chester Hospital has picked up three major awards in the past week, bringing its total to seven and cementing its place as one of the most celebrated new healthcare developments in the UK.
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Oct02
Patients, visitors and staff at Ellesmere Port Hospital will now be greeted by a striking new collection of artwork created by local artist Nicky Thompson, following a special visit by Ellesmere Port and Bromborough MP Justin Madders.
The artwork, which now lines corridors throughout the hospital, features a selection of pieces from Nicky’sacclaimed The Art of Travel exhibition which was previously on display at Ellesmere Port’s National Waterways Museum.
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Sep29
Children living with diabetes are swapping clinic rooms for teddy bears and playtime thanks to a new Teddy Bear Clinic launched by the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The play-based initiative, which was inspired by a similar successful programme at Leeds Children's Hospital, has been designed for children under seven and their families, creating a relaxed and supportive environment where learning about diabetes becomes part of play.
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Sep25
The Macmillan Support and Information Centre at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is celebrating 15 years of supporting people affected by cancer after successfully retaining a prestigious national quality award.
The centre has secured the Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM) for a further three years, recognising the welcoming, supportive and person-centred environment it provides for patients, families and carers.
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Sep15
Jane Tomkinson OBE, Chief Executive Officer at the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust said:
“Today, as the Thirlwall report is published, our thoughts remain fully with all of the families and the babies who came to harm or who died because of Lucy Letby’s crimes at the Countess of Chester Hospital in 2015 and 2016.
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