Health Information Week 20th – 24th January
Discover what’s on offer in Bury this Health Information Week.
Health Information Week is a national campaign promoting top-quality health information for patients and the public. It highlights the importance of reliable health information in maintaining health and managing illnesses, enhancing overall quality of life. Read more to discover what’s on offer.
- Monday, 20 January – Winter Health – Keeping warm & well
- Tuesday, 21 January – Maintain Good Mental Health – Every Mind Matters, Young Minds, Reading Well
- Wednesday, 22 January – Wellbeing – Activities & Groups, Exercise, Interact with others or try something new
- Thursday, 23 January – Health Literacy and Misinformation – The World Health Organisation (WHO), PIF TICK, NHS website
- Friday, 24 January – Digital Literacy - NHS App & Digital Skills
Trusted sources of health information
One of the easiest ways to get reliable health information is to use trusted sources. If you see something online always check the source.
Below are some sources of trusted health information:
- nhs.uk
- Established charities or health organisations
- patient.info
- Materials provided by your GP or another healthcare professional
- Your local library
- Members of the Patient Information Forum (PIF)
- Healthwatch Bury: Contact Us
