Welcome to the local news section of the NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group.
Here you can see the latest local press releases and information about current campaigns.
On Target – Latest Vaccination Walk-in Pop Up Vaccination Clinics
Stockport’s vaccination programme has reached the Government target of 85% of the local population vaccinated, but health chiefs warn there are still more jabs to do as 16 to 17 year olds are invited to get vaccinated. As part of a programme to get as many people vaccinated as possible, two more pop up clinics offering walk-in slots, with no booking required, are being held this week.
Rules around self-isolation have changed from 16 August
From Monday, 16 August, three different groups of people will no longer have to self-isolate if they come into contact with people who have tested positive for Covid-19.
How to Support a Child or Young Person If You’re Concerned About Their Mental Health
What to do if you’re worried about a child’s mental health. Are you worried about a child right now? Where else can you get help and support? Local help available in Stockport.
All You Need to Know About the Pfizer Jab for 16-17 Year Olds
Since the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) and government announced that 16-17 year olds will be eligible to receive their first COVID vaccination, Stockport CCG has been working hard with its partners to plan how to deliver them.
Interested in a Career in the NHS?
If you’re receiving your A-Level Results today, and looking for a career that can change lives, then consider the NHS. Degrees in nursing and midwifery, and Allied Health subjects are all varied, exciting and challenging in equal measure.
Nursing Times Award shortlisting for supporting parents through the pandemic
A Stockport health and social care partnership has been recognised with a shortlisting at this year’s prestigious Nursing Times Awards.
Trinity Methodist Church, Bramhall, Pop Up Vaccination Clinic
NHS Stockport CCG’s pop up vaccination clinic, supported by Stockport Council, returns to Trinity Methodist Church, 351 Bramhall Lane, Stockport, SK3 8TP, this week on Thursday, 5 August, and Friday, 6 August, from 10am-4pm.
PCR vs Lateral Flow Tests – how do I know which one to use?
Find out the differences between a PCR Test and a Lateral Flow Test, and which one to have.
Amanda Pritchard Appointed NHS Chief Executive
Amanda Pritchard has today been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of NHS England.
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