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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 16h

This week is National #SASDoctorsWeek ,and we’ve been celebrating the vital role Specialist and Associate Specialist doctors play in the care we provide, with a conference showcasing awards for excellence.

Two doctors with certificate standing in front of poster

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to the Tame Valley district nursing and Ward D1 teams – the latest to obtain or maintain their Blue StARS awards! This award is for those achieving consistently high clinical and care standards following repeated assessments. Well done to them all.

Team of clinical staff with certificate, some in nursing uniform

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 1d

A big thank you to Stockport County Community Trust who recently visited to lead a patient activity session for patients from our stroke unit and acute frailty unit - helping to keep them active as part of recovery. Great feedback was received from all who took part.

Group of NHS staff and Stockport County Trust staff stood together, some in therapist / nursing uniform

Older patients taking part in chair-based exercise with therapists

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 5d

We're currently introducing new measures on parking at the hospital site, to help make it sustainable for the future. www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24340

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 5d

Hearing news of a person’s death, even if you didn't know them personally, can cause a feeling of loss or grief.
The Greater Manchester Bereavement Service can offer support so you are not alone.
They are open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (excluding bank holidays). Call 0161 983 0902.

Infographic for the GM bereavement service, includes phone number

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 6d

Best wishes to all our Jewish colleagues, patients, and communities observing who are observing Yom Kippur today. We wish you a meaningful fast and an easy day of reflection.

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 9d

Our anaesthetic team have had their high standards confirmed by receiving ACSA accreditation from the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) – demonstrating first class quality in areas including patient experience, patient safety and clinical leadership. www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24313

Group of five men and women holding award

Large group of people holding award, some in surgical scrubs

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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 9d

Congrats to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust who've been accredited ACSA, demonstrating their commitment to patient safety and excellence of care.

ACSA is our peer-reviewed scheme that promotes quality improvement & the highest standards of anaesthetic service.

🔗https://ow.ly/gmwK50X3wRU

#Ansky

ACSA announcement to Stockport NHS Foundation Trust on achieving ACSA accreditation.

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 12d

Our pathology department has gone live with a new laboratory information management system (LIMS) system which is set to improve the way we share and process millions of patient test results, and lead to faster diagnosis and treatment for patients. www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24306

Man in lab coat, working on computer screen in lab

Woman in lab coat, working on computer screen

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Stockport Council @stockportcouncil.bsky.social · 20d

How good does this look Marple?!
The frame is now up at the Marple Hub site, and we're getting excited.
The hub will contain a library, a 5-lane swimming pool, a small café, a 60-station fitness suite, and the relocated Marple Clinic.
Keep up to date at: www.stockport.gov.uk/marple-commu...

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 16d

Our staff have been finding out about sustainable and healthier travel choices during Mode Shift #TravelWise Week. Among other activities, Cycle UK paid a visit to the hospital so staff could try out the e-bikes available on our cycle-to-work scheme. www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24278

NHS staff members with Cycle UK representative looking at e-bikes

NHS staff members with Cycle UK representative on e-bikes

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 16d

This week is Organ Donation Week – a good opportunity to remember the vital importance of organ donation. Take two minutes today to confirm your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register, and help save lives: #organdonationweek www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-you...

Infographic: picture of two recent organ recipients 'Most of us would accept an organ if we needed one. Confirm your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register'

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 21d

Congratulations to our rheumatology department who recently received the European Alliance of Associations of Rheumatology (EULAR) network award - giving them international recognition as one of the country’s top imaging training centres for ultrasound. #eular www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24266

Group of clinical staff, some in nursing uniform, stood outside main building of Stepping Hill Hospital, one holding certificate

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 22d

The Stockport Pain Café is a peer support group, run independently by volunteers who have fibromyalgia / chronic pain, which meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.
To find out more, contact the group on 0161 804 4416, or at [email protected]

Purple infographic poster, says 'we're all in the same boat' , says 'connect, socialise and share experiences. Gives venue of The Micker Brook, Cheadle Hulme, plus the contact details.

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 26d

Our Grief Cafe support service is in Bredbury Library again next Monday September 15th - and will be there for the 3rd Monday of the Month throughout the year. Whether your loss is recent, anticipated, or a long time ago, please feel free to join.

Infographic on Grief Cafe - gives dates of 3rd Monday of Month during 2025, the venue of Bredbury Library, and the time of 1:30pm - 2:30pm

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WHO @who.int · 28d

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.

Worried someone might be struggling with suicidal thoughts?

Your presence can be powerful. A simple check-in could be the lifeline they need. 💙

Learn more about #SuicidePrevention 👉 bit.ly/4phPYKi

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · 28d

You can book from now to take part in our Annual Members` Meeting on Thursday, 2nd October, 5:00pm-6:30pm. We’ll be sharing our review of the year 2024/25 and be showcasing service improvements, along with a live Q&A session. Find out more: www.stockport.nhs.uk/event_111

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 5

Well done to our Macy Houston who has been shortlisted as Northwest Skills Development Procurement Apprentice of the Year at the Procurement Forum Meeting, taking place at Haydock Park Racecourse next week. All the best for the award Macy!

Close up picture of young woman smiling.

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 5

Blood in your pee can be a sign of bladder of kidney cancer in both men and women. It’s more treatable if we spot it early. So don’t ignore it. Your GP wants to see you. #GMBloodinPee #UrologyAwarenessMonth

Infographic featuring anthromorphic toilet. Message; 'Look and see after every pee - if there's blood in your pee, call your GP.'

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 4

Congratulations to our capital projects team – shortlisted as ‘Estates and Facilities Team of the Year’ at the national IHEEM awards for their fantastic work – in particular the building of our new emergency and urgent care campus which opened earlier this year. www.stockport.nhs.uk/news_24217

Group of six men and women in formal dress at awards ceremony

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 3

Congratulations to the Cheadle and Gatley district nursing, M2 postnatal ward and D2 SAU teams for their recent Blue StARS awards! This award is for those achieving consistently high clinical standards following repeated assessments. Well done to them all. 🏅

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 2

We're proud to be shortlisted in 4 categories in @hsj.co.uk Patient Safety Awards this month:
- Improving Medicines Safety
- Improving Care for Children & Young People
- Safety Improvement through Technology
- Patient Involvement in Safety Award
Good luck to all our teams! #hsjpatientsafetyawards

Infographic - message from Stockport NHSFT chief executive Karen James OBE congratulating teams

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 1

Find out more about the opening of new outpatients building over at Marketing Stockport. marketingstockport.co.uk/news/new-out...

New outpatients building opens at Stepping Hill Hospital - Marketing Stockport

An opening event was held for a new improved outpatients building at Stepping Hill Hospital, with staff joining building contractors MTX for the occasion.

marketingstockport.co.uk

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Sep 1

Members of the public are welcome to virtually observe our next Council of Governors meeting on Wednesday 10th September 2025, at 10:00am – 12:00pm. Register by e-mailing email [email protected] by 8th September 2025. Find out more here: www.stockport.nhs.uk/page_186

Two female occupational therapist staff with woman in wheelchair

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Stockport NHS Foundation Trust @stockportnhsft.bsky.social · Aug 29

Pride of place at the opening of our new outpatients - an amazing cake in the shape of the fantastic new building!

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