Month: October 2014

Wythenshawe union man warns of further NHS strikes unless health workers get their pay rise

20141013_090315NHS workers at Wythenshawe Hospital joined thousands across the country in a four hour strike over pay.

Workers from six unions including, for the first time in their history, midwives, walked out this morning (Oct 13) between 7am and 11am. Continue reading “Wythenshawe union man warns of further NHS strikes unless health workers get their pay rise”

New cafe for Wythenshawe stroke survivors

Stroke survivors across Wythenshawe will receive more support to help prevent social isolation, with the launch of a new Stroke Association Stroke Cafe in Newall Green.

Stroke has a huge impact on people’s wellbeing, leaving many feeling lonely and isolated. From Thursday 16 October, stroke survivors, their families and carers can attend the monthly Stroke Café from 10am till 1pm, at the Tree of Life Centre on Greenbrow Road. Continue reading “New cafe for Wythenshawe stroke survivors”

Wythenshawe Hospital praised by cancer charity for improvements in how it deals with patients

The NHS trust which runs Wythenshawe Hospital has been praised by a leading cancer care charity after it was ranked one of the most improved in the country for patient experience.

The University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust has been ranked joint second in a league table released by Macmillan Cancer Support, based on research commissioned by NHS England. Continue reading “Wythenshawe Hospital praised by cancer charity for improvements in how it deals with patients”