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⚠️ | We're currently seeing a large number of children & young people coming to our A&E. Sometimes, a trip to A&E isn't necessary, and can result in long wait times 🕐 You can use NHS 111 or our Symptom Checker to find the most appropriate service for you: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/conditions/s...
January 19, 2026 at 12:31 PM
⚠️ | We're currently seeing a large number of children & young people coming to our A&E. Sometimes, a trip to A&E isn't necessary, and can result in long wait times 🕐 You can use NHS 111 or our Symptom Checker to find the most appropriate service for you: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/conditions/s...
#MotivationMonday | iDigital team up for two awards 🏆🏆
Congratulations to our iDigital team, who've been shortlisted at the @health1tech Now Awards for two awards: Best AI Scribe Solution and Best Solution for Community Care categories.
More info: bit.ly/4qiD9zE
Congratulations to our iDigital team, who've been shortlisted at the @health1tech Now Awards for two awards: Best AI Scribe Solution and Best Solution for Community Care categories.
More info: bit.ly/4qiD9zE
January 19, 2026 at 10:10 AM
#MotivationMonday | iDigital team up for two awards 🏆🏆
Congratulations to our iDigital team, who've been shortlisted at the @health1tech Now Awards for two awards: Best AI Scribe Solution and Best Solution for Community Care categories.
More info: bit.ly/4qiD9zE
Congratulations to our iDigital team, who've been shortlisted at the @health1tech Now Awards for two awards: Best AI Scribe Solution and Best Solution for Community Care categories.
More info: bit.ly/4qiD9zE
Now at 3 years old, Rivan is thriving and has grown into the happy, healthy little boy he was before his experience. He started preschool in 2025 and has been enjoying life with his sisters, Orla & Morgan.
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Now at 3 years old, Rivan is thriving and has grown into the happy, healthy little boy he was before his experience. He started preschool in 2025 and has been enjoying life with his sisters, Orla & Morgan.
Despite successful surgery, Rivan’s condition deteriorated & he ended up in our High Dependency Unit (HDU). After a course of antibiotics & recovery during the festive period, Rivan’s condition improved, and he was able to go home in time to celebrate his baby sister Orla’s first Christmas 🎄🎁
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Despite successful surgery, Rivan’s condition deteriorated & he ended up in our High Dependency Unit (HDU). After a course of antibiotics & recovery during the festive period, Rivan’s condition improved, and he was able to go home in time to celebrate his baby sister Orla’s first Christmas 🎄🎁
#FeelGoodFriday | 3 yr old Rivan thriving just over 1 year on from rare infection which saw him rushed to hospital 🏥 Rivan suffered from a collapsed lung and pneumonia due to a viral infection in November 2023 and had to be rushed to Alder Hey for surgery after becoming severely unwell.
January 16, 2026 at 5:05 PM
#FeelGoodFriday | 3 yr old Rivan thriving just over 1 year on from rare infection which saw him rushed to hospital 🏥 Rivan suffered from a collapsed lung and pneumonia due to a viral infection in November 2023 and had to be rushed to Alder Hey for surgery after becoming severely unwell.
We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Blinx Healthcare to enhance paediatric care through modern, connected technology. Find out more about this exciting will support clinicians, operational teams, patients and families on our website: bit.ly/45Lp99l
January 14, 2026 at 12:10 PM
We are delighted to announce our collaboration with Blinx Healthcare to enhance paediatric care through modern, connected technology. Find out more about this exciting will support clinicians, operational teams, patients and families on our website: bit.ly/45Lp99l
Harry said: “At first it was scary, but being part of research is actually really fun! I am trying a new medicine that in the future, will help lots of children like me feel better. I feel like a scientist and a superhero!” 😄
#Research #AlderHeyResearch #KidneyResearch #CKD
#Research #AlderHeyResearch #KidneyResearch #CKD
January 9, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Harry said: “At first it was scary, but being part of research is actually really fun! I am trying a new medicine that in the future, will help lots of children like me feel better. I feel like a scientist and a superhero!” 😄
#Research #AlderHeyResearch #KidneyResearch #CKD
#Research #AlderHeyResearch #KidneyResearch #CKD
Prior to starting the trial, Harry’s Mum, Lauren, had to inject Harry once a week to help manage the anaemia, which Harry would be worried and upset about. The research trial enabled Harry to swap the injection for a new medication, which Harry takes by mouth 3 times a week 💊
January 9, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Prior to starting the trial, Harry’s Mum, Lauren, had to inject Harry once a week to help manage the anaemia, which Harry would be worried and upset about. The research trial enabled Harry to swap the injection for a new medication, which Harry takes by mouth 3 times a week 💊
#FeelGoodFriday | 8 yr old Harry feels like a "superhero" helping children just like him by participating in research 🦸 Harry has chronic kidney disease (CKD) and is currently being treated with peritoneal dialysis.
January 9, 2026 at 12:51 PM
#FeelGoodFriday | 8 yr old Harry feels like a "superhero" helping children just like him by participating in research 🦸 Harry has chronic kidney disease (CKD) and is currently being treated with peritoneal dialysis.
#FeelGoodFriday | Meet 3 year old Nova. After a tough few days in hospital with her blood sugars dropping too low, this little superstar is heading home in time to spend Christmas Day with her family! 🎄
December 12, 2025 at 1:57 PM
#FeelGoodFriday | Meet 3 year old Nova. After a tough few days in hospital with her blood sugars dropping too low, this little superstar is heading home in time to spend Christmas Day with her family! 🎄
Yesterday, we had a very special visit from our friends @evertonfc.com who came to meet some of our amazing patients, their families and our staff. The players and the manager helped to spread some festive cheer and create some lifelong memories 💙
#ChristmasAtAlderHey
#ChristmasAtAlderHey
December 11, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Yesterday, we had a very special visit from our friends @evertonfc.com who came to meet some of our amazing patients, their families and our staff. The players and the manager helped to spread some festive cheer and create some lifelong memories 💙
#ChristmasAtAlderHey
#ChristmasAtAlderHey
Alder Hey are one of eight NHS hospital trusts awarded £2m funding through a new NHSE incentive scheme, recognising performance in reducing waiting times and improving access to planned care. Find out more on our website: bit.ly/3XOt157
December 11, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Alder Hey are one of eight NHS hospital trusts awarded £2m funding through a new NHSE incentive scheme, recognising performance in reducing waiting times and improving access to planned care. Find out more on our website: bit.ly/3XOt157
Congratulations to Dan Hawcutt, alongside Udeme Ohia and Christopher Parry for launching the first-of-its-kind paediatric pharmacogenomics service in the UK, right here at Alder Hey! Find out more about this new service on our website: bit.ly/4rIJdCJ #research
December 8, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Congratulations to Dan Hawcutt, alongside Udeme Ohia and Christopher Parry for launching the first-of-its-kind paediatric pharmacogenomics service in the UK, right here at Alder Hey! Find out more about this new service on our website: bit.ly/4rIJdCJ #research
PLEASE NOTE ⚠️ The current car park for visitors to Alder Hey’s Emergency Department will be closed from today.
A temporary car park will be opened to replace it whilst we build a new Emergency Car Park. Find out more: bit.ly/49RBkEz
A temporary car park will be opened to replace it whilst we build a new Emergency Car Park. Find out more: bit.ly/49RBkEz
December 5, 2025 at 10:38 AM
PLEASE NOTE ⚠️ The current car park for visitors to Alder Hey’s Emergency Department will be closed from today.
A temporary car park will be opened to replace it whilst we build a new Emergency Car Park. Find out more: bit.ly/49RBkEz
A temporary car park will be opened to replace it whilst we build a new Emergency Car Park. Find out more: bit.ly/49RBkEz
At Alder Hey Innovation, we believe that real breakthroughs in paediatric care comes when clinicians, families and technologists work together, listening to lived experiences and designing solutions that address real world challenges.
November 28, 2025 at 4:55 PM
At Alder Hey Innovation, we believe that real breakthroughs in paediatric care comes when clinicians, families and technologists work together, listening to lived experiences and designing solutions that address real world challenges.
20 month old Orla from Lancaster, who was born with life threatening congenital heart condition has been honoured at the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Heart Hero Awards in London.
November 28, 2025 at 4:55 PM
20 month old Orla from Lancaster, who was born with life threatening congenital heart condition has been honoured at the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Heart Hero Awards in London.
Recently, staff from across Alder Hey & @livuniresearch.bsky.social came together to launch the Alder Hey and Liverpool Child Health Junior Research Faculty, a chance to collaborate, network & develop 🤝
Find out more about #research at Alder Hey on our website: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/research/
Find out more about #research at Alder Hey on our website: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/research/
November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Recently, staff from across Alder Hey & @livuniresearch.bsky.social came together to launch the Alder Hey and Liverpool Child Health Junior Research Faculty, a chance to collaborate, network & develop 🤝
Find out more about #research at Alder Hey on our website: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/research/
Find out more about #research at Alder Hey on our website: www.alderhey.nhs.uk/research/
Radiology Research team awarded £187,000 research grant 👏
Congratulations to Professor Shivaram Avula and his team, who have been awarded £187,000 in grant funding by Children with Cancer UK, for a new research study focused on improving the lives of children and young people with brain tumours.
Congratulations to Professor Shivaram Avula and his team, who have been awarded £187,000 in grant funding by Children with Cancer UK, for a new research study focused on improving the lives of children and young people with brain tumours.
November 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Radiology Research team awarded £187,000 research grant 👏
Congratulations to Professor Shivaram Avula and his team, who have been awarded £187,000 in grant funding by Children with Cancer UK, for a new research study focused on improving the lives of children and young people with brain tumours.
Congratulations to Professor Shivaram Avula and his team, who have been awarded £187,000 in grant funding by Children with Cancer UK, for a new research study focused on improving the lives of children and young people with brain tumours.
He also took some time to meet with LFC fan Jackson and his parents, before getting some pictures with our staff 📸💙
A huge thank you to Wayne for taking the time out to come and brighten everybody’s day 🙌
A huge thank you to Wayne for taking the time out to come and brighten everybody’s day 🙌
November 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM
He also took some time to meet with LFC fan Jackson and his parents, before getting some pictures with our staff 📸💙
A huge thank you to Wayne for taking the time out to come and brighten everybody’s day 🙌
A huge thank you to Wayne for taking the time out to come and brighten everybody’s day 🙌
Today we had a lovely visit from Wayne Rooney who popped in to spend some time with 15 yr old Morgan, a massive Manchester United fan who recently had multiple surgeries here at Alder Hey 🏥 Wayne met Morgan to find out more about his story & offer words of encouragement for the future.
November 5, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Today we had a lovely visit from Wayne Rooney who popped in to spend some time with 15 yr old Morgan, a massive Manchester United fan who recently had multiple surgeries here at Alder Hey 🏥 Wayne met Morgan to find out more about his story & offer words of encouragement for the future.
Everyone here at Alder Hey is ready for #Halloween 🎃 Decorations are up and costumes are on as we prepare for a spook-tacular night! 👻
We want to take the opportunity to wish all of our followers a very #HappyHalloween - don't eat too many chocolates or sweets!
We want to take the opportunity to wish all of our followers a very #HappyHalloween - don't eat too many chocolates or sweets!
October 31, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Everyone here at Alder Hey is ready for #Halloween 🎃 Decorations are up and costumes are on as we prepare for a spook-tacular night! 👻
We want to take the opportunity to wish all of our followers a very #HappyHalloween - don't eat too many chocolates or sweets!
We want to take the opportunity to wish all of our followers a very #HappyHalloween - don't eat too many chocolates or sweets!
#MondayMotivation | Huge congratulations to Alder Hey's Professor Dan Hawcutt, who has been appointed as the Founding Director of the Liverpool Institute of Child Health and Wellbeing! More: alderhey.nhs.uk/professor-da...
October 27, 2025 at 12:15 PM
#MondayMotivation | Huge congratulations to Alder Hey's Professor Dan Hawcutt, who has been appointed as the Founding Director of the Liverpool Institute of Child Health and Wellbeing! More: alderhey.nhs.uk/professor-da...
The wait is nearly over!
You can get your hands on this year's @Matalan X Alder Hey PJs from tomorrow at 8am online at matalan.co.uk, selected Matalan stores & Alder Hey Charity shops.
See you bright and early for launch day! 💙🐘
You can get your hands on this year's @Matalan X Alder Hey PJs from tomorrow at 8am online at matalan.co.uk, selected Matalan stores & Alder Hey Charity shops.
See you bright and early for launch day! 💙🐘
September 23, 2025 at 9:23 AM
The wait is nearly over!
You can get your hands on this year's @Matalan X Alder Hey PJs from tomorrow at 8am online at matalan.co.uk, selected Matalan stores & Alder Hey Charity shops.
See you bright and early for launch day! 💙🐘
You can get your hands on this year's @Matalan X Alder Hey PJs from tomorrow at 8am online at matalan.co.uk, selected Matalan stores & Alder Hey Charity shops.
See you bright and early for launch day! 💙🐘
Ffredi’s dad Arron said: “The team, especially the surgical staff & stoma nurses have been amazing. Thanks to them, we feel confident looking after Ffredi, even when he’s unwell. His stoma is now just part of everyday life. He’s growing into the funniest, cheekiest little boy” 💙
September 5, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Ffredi’s dad Arron said: “The team, especially the surgical staff & stoma nurses have been amazing. Thanks to them, we feel confident looking after Ffredi, even when he’s unwell. His stoma is now just part of everyday life. He’s growing into the funniest, cheekiest little boy” 💙
September is Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness Month. Meet Ffredi, a cheeky, energetic little boy who loves climbing, dogs, and dancing. Ffredi also has a rare condition called Hirschsprung’s disease, which affects around 200 babies each year in the UK 👶
September 5, 2025 at 11:34 AM
September is Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness Month. Meet Ffredi, a cheeky, energetic little boy who loves climbing, dogs, and dancing. Ffredi also has a rare condition called Hirschsprung’s disease, which affects around 200 babies each year in the UK 👶