Sadly, gangs are targeting young people to move drugs across the UK. Our school nurses are playing a vital role to help tackle this by supporting the #EyesOpen campaign 💙 Read more about the work they’re doing in the latest #MCMagazine 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.u...

Have your say in this year’s Your Choice Awards🌟 You get TWO votes – one for the Team Award and one for the Individual Award. Meet the nominees, cast your vote and help celebrate our staff making a difference 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.u... #MCStars25 #StaffRecognition

Muscle or joint injury? Our urgent treatment centres are here to help 🤕 Our UTCs across #Knowsley, #Liverpool and #Sefton are here for you and your family this #Weekend 💙 ⚠ Need same day help? Visit #NHS111 online first ⚠ www.merseycare.nhs.u...

Our self help guides cover a range of health topics such as depression, anxiety, and stress 💙 They were created by #NHS staff, service users, volunteers, psychologists and volunteers. Take a look ⬇ www.merseycare.nhs.u...#NHS #MentalHealth

Worried about an insect bite? Your local #NHS #Pharmacist can help 🪰 They offer expert advice and can provide prescription meds without seeing a GP. From common illnesses to the best remedies, they’ve got you covered. http://www.nhs.uk/th...#NHS#Pharmacist #ThinkPharmacyFirst

Our Chair, Rosie Cooper, brought the British Sign Language Bill to the House of Commons 👏🏽 As the child of #Deaf parents, #SignLanguage was her first language. Read her inspiring story this #InternationalWeekofDeafPeople ⬇ bit.ly/Rosie-BSL#Deaf#SignLanguage#InternationalWeekofDeafPeople#DeafAwareness #IWDP

Need wellbeing or mental health support in Knowsley? 💙 Knowsley Open Gateway Service (#KOGS) helps children, young people, parents and carers find the #RightSupportRightTime. Visit 👇🏽

The latest Fighting Dementia podcast is out for #WorldAlzheimersDay 🎙️ Community Mental Health Nurse Cherylnn Harper talks about setting up a young onset dementia group, joined by two regulars who share how it’s been a lifeline of support. Take a look 👇🏽 www.youtube.com/watc...

Just a year ago, Hannah was fighting battling anorexia 💙 Today, Hannah's celebrating GCSEs, prom, and starting college, while keeping a journal of her journey 📝 Read how Hannah is helping train professionals on eating disorders 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.u...

This week is #FallsPreventionWeek 💙 Did you know we provide falls prevention services across #Knowsley, #Liverpool, and #Sefton? Our teams can help you overcome the fear of falling and stay independent and confident. Find out more 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.u...

From this Monday, 22 Sept, all our urgent treatment and walk-in centres across Knowsley, Liverpool and Sefton will be open from 8am to 8pm, making it easier to know when you can get urgent care 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/utcs-times

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay 🧡 This year’s theme is ‘Care of the Newborn’, and we’re highlighting the vital role of our Health Visitors in supporting families to create safe, thriving environments for babies 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/patient-safe... #WPSD25

#FreshersWeek is here in Merseyside 🙌🏽 Starting uni can be overwhelming, so we’ve made it easier for students to find the mental and physical health support they need 💙 Check out our animation to see how to stay well this term 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/freshers-2025

And now a huge congratulations to #OwenCooper – the youngest Emmy winner and to Stephen Graham too 👏🏽 We featured #Adolescence in our #MCMagazine with expert tips for parents 👇🏽

NEW @arcnwc.bsky.social #CommunityOfPractice event: #SocialCare in #Dementia Including: - Lived experience - A Dementia care navigator perspective @merseycarenhs.bsky.social - Latest social care and dementia research 📅 Tuesday 16th October 2-3.30pm (Online) Register here: tinyurl.com/t4cedtc4

Congratulations to #OwenCooper on his #NTA win for #Adolescence 👏🏽 The show sparked a conversation on toxic masculinity and social media’s impact on boys 🎬 In our #MCMagazine, Consultant psychologist Dr Lisa Marsland shared tips on connecting with your child. merseycare.nhs.uk/mc-mag-adole...

#WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💛 We’re committed to suicide prevention by sharing resources and advice to mark #WSPD. We’re proud to join Zero Suicide Alliance train-a-thon which is free suicide awareness training available all day. Together, we can help save lives 💛 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/wspd25

Tomorrow is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay 💛 Our Talking Therapy Service in Liverpool will be in the community raising awareness with two pop up events 👇🏽 📍 Liverpool Central Station (Merseyrail) | 10am–3pm 📍 PureGym Liverpool Brunswick | 1pm–4pm Go along and find out about #TalkingTherapies 💙

It's #SexualHealthWeek 💬 We’re here to chat, share advice and help young people feel confident about their bodies, relationships and wellbeing 💙 Sexual health isn’t just about infections or pregnancy - it’s about respect 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/sexual-healt...

📢 National Emergency Alert test: 7 Sept at 3pm 🕒 The alert is designed to warn people of dangers to life. Phones will vibrate and sound for 10 secs, even on silent 📲 ⚠️ If you’re affected by domestic abuse and have a concealed phone, you can opt out 👇🏽 gov.uk/alerts/optin...

Exciting news 🎉 We are now the main provider of school aged immunisation services in Halton, which expands our high-quality services across Knowsley, Liverpool, St Helens and Sefton. Read more 👇🏽 merseycare.nhs.uk/Halton-Immun... #MMR #HPV #Vaccinations

Pedal power - #CycleSeptember 🚲 Using your bike for just ten minutes per day can make a difference to your health helping to reduce the risk of serious illnesses. Anyone can give it a go – read Bob’s story in the summer issue of MC Magazine 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/mcmag-wellness

Today is #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay 🖤 A day to remember those we've lost, support grieving families, and speak out against stigma. Together, we can help prevent future loss. If you need support, visit 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.u...#InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2025 #TogetherWeCan #EndOverdose

Back in the swing – thanks to Telehealth 🏌️‍♂️ Gary was rushed to hospital with chest pains and he feared the worst. Diagnosed with pneumonia on top of diabetes, he faced weeks in hospital. Thanks to #Telehealth, he was able to recover safely at home 💙 www.merseycare.nhs.u...

Feeling overwhelmed by a mental health crisis? Remember, you're not alone 💛 Reach out and seek help by calling our 24/7 urgent helplines in #Halton, #Knowsley, #Liverpool, #Sefton, #StHelens, and #Warrington for FREE support 💙 www.merseycare.nhs.u...#Halton,#Knowsley,#Liverpool,#Sefton,#StHelens,#Warrington#MentalHealth #Crisis

Our Liverpool and Sefton Perinatal Mental Health team is expanding 🩷 A new base is opening in Bootle alongside Liverpool Womens University Hospital after 8 years of rapid growth. The team support women and birthing people with their mental health needs 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/Sefton-perin...

Some local #Pharmacies may have different opening hours over the #BankHoliday weekend ⏰ To find an open #Pharmacy near you, visit ⬇ nhs.uk/service-sear... #HelpUsHelpYou #ThinkPharmacyFirst 💙

Have you seen our 'What is M-RIC' animation? 👀 We created the short animation below so service users and carers, local communities, partner organisations and beyond can learn more about our ground breaking work. Watch it here: ow.ly/Ft7750W7B4 @merseycarenhs.bsky.social

Good luck to everyone receiving their #GCSEResults from everyone at #TeamMerseyCare 💙 Whatever your results, you should be proud of the effort you’ve put in 👏🏽 If exam stress is affecting your #MentalHealth, we’ve got you 🤗 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/cyp #GCSEResultsDay

Join us as a Community Learning Disability Nurse in Widnes 💙 Support amazing people, make a difference, and enjoy a rewarding role across the community. 🔵 Band 5 | £31,049 – £37,796 P/A | Closes 25 Aug Apply now and join #TeamMerseyCare 🔗 bit.ly/mcft-ld-nurse

Feeling anxious about collecting your #GCSEResults tomorrow? 💙 You’re not alone. It’s completely normal to feel this way, and support is here if you need it. Find tips and resources to help you cope 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/childrens-me... #MentalHealth #NHS #GCSEs #GCSEResultsDay

Therapy isn’t just for a crisis – it’s for life 🧠 In the BBC's Change Your Mind, Change Your Life programme, Matt and Emma Willis explore mental health journeys. Talking Therapies manager Rachel Munn has shared her own path to recovery in our #MCMagazine 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/mc-mag-mind-...

Bank holiday reminder 💊🏖️ Make sure you order your repeat prescriptions early so you have what you need over the long weekend. Contact your GP surgery to order your repeat prescriptions or use the #NHSApp📱 nhs-digital.zendesk.com/hc/en-gb

Today marks 80 years since #VJDay 🌹 At midday join the nation in a two minute silence to remember the sacrifice of those who served. We’re proud to hold the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award for supporting ex-forces and their families 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/armed-forces

Good luck to everyone receiving their #Alevel, #Btec and #Tlevel results today from everyone at #TeamMerseyCare 💙 Whatever your results, give yourself a pat on the back 👏🏽 If your results are getting to you, check out our free guides and apps 📱 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/self-help #ALevels2025

Meet Sue this #AllotmentWeek 🌱 Sue's husband struggled with his #MentalHealth and he volunteered at our Trust to help with his recovery 💙 Sue joined to support him, 20 years later Sue is a gardening volunteer, using her expertise to help others. Read her story 👇🏽 bit.ly/mc-sowing-se...

In our new video, Dennis Dewar, Engagement Manager for @merseycarenhs.bsky.social explains why it is so important to increase the number of patients and service users involved in research and how this can help us to improve care and treatment. 👀 Watch the video to learn more: ow.ly/QBeN50WEmmM

With the weather set to warm up this week, stay safe in the heat and know the signs of heat exhaustion ☀️ If someone shows symptoms, help cool them down with fluids. Learn more about #HeatStroke 👇🏽 If you think medical help is needed, contact #NHS111 📱 nhs.uk/Sun

There's still time to attend one of our immunisation 'catch up clinics' across #Knowsley, #Liverpool, #Sefton and #StHelens 🌟 If your child has missed any #Vaccinations, it's never too late👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/summer-catch... @livhp.bsky.social @nhs.uk

Our Vaccination and Immunisation Team spoke to BBC Radio Merseyside about the success of our immunisation catch up clinics 📻 They’re helping protect young people from measles and we’ve seen a rise in appointments since launch 👇🏽 youtu.be/ijr8u0JRjdU?... @ukhsa.bsky.social @england.nhs.uk

Keeping up to date with the latest research in #SuicidePrevention has never been easier with @merseycarenhs.bsky.social Evidently Better bulletin to inform you @lucyea.bsky.social @mattwalshndq.bsky.social the latest bulletin is out now @penninecarenhs.bsky.social tinyurl.com/ya9ff4pa

Is your child ready to learn? 🏫 Helping your child with simple skills like using the toilet, putting on a coat, listening, taking turns can help them be ready for starting school. Watch our short animation to find out more 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/health-visit... @seftoncouncil.bsky.social

Employee of the Month: Victoria Griffiths 🌟 Congrats to Vicki from our Homeless Health team in St Helens! Her compassion and dedication to care are truly inspiring. Recently, she went above and beyond to locate a missing person, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Thank you Vicki 👏 #TeamMerseyCare

Knowsley Open Gateway Service (#KOGS) brings together local mental health support for children and young people 💙 We work together to get you the right support at the right time, visit👇🏽 kogs.online #RightSupportRightTime @knowsleycouncil.bsky.social @zuntold.bsky.social

We spent the morning with Dougal, one of our amazing therapy dogs 🐾 He’s a regular visitor to our mental health units, offering comfort, calm, and companionship. Therapy dogs help reduce stress, lift mood, and ease anxiety and loneliness - one paw at a time! 🐕

Louise Davies is a Telehealth Nurse Advisor helping deliver hospital level care at home 🏠 “Telehealth patients can send us their blood pressure, pulse and oxygen levels from home – so we can act fast to prevent complications.” Read more in our #MCMagazine 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/mcmag-telehe...

Dear Merseyside, Merseyside Police and partners held an event for young people across Liverpool schools as part of #EVOLVE, our response to tackling serious and organised crime 💙 Watch Joseph Roberts a local poet recite a very poem 👇🏽 youtu.be/7grmXBf6AMg?...

Southport – one year on 🩷🩷🩷 Today, Tuesday 29 July at 3pm a three minute silence will be held to honour the lives of Alice, Bebe and Elsie. If you're finding today difficult, support is available @seftoncouncil.bsky.social 👇🏽 sefton.gov.uk/southport-to...

📢 This weekend, during the #ResidentDoctors strikes, use #NHS111 for non-emergency health needs 📱 A&E is for life-threatening injuries and illnesses – please keep it free for those who really need it 👇🏽 www.merseycare.nhs.uk/Resident-Doc...

Today, our Chief Nurse Jenny Hurst welcomed Steve Jamieson, CEO of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, to Aspen Wood 💙 Steve was impressed by our work, especially the way our Speech and Language Therapists collaborate with clinical teams to support patients. Thanks for visiting Steve.