Women walking outside of a hospital
What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?
For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.
30 March 2022
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Support for families with disabled children
Contact provide advice and information about any concern a family might have about raising a child with additional needs.
25 March 2022
Safer-Sleep-Week man holding young baby
Safer sleep advice for anyone looking after a young baby
Safer Sleep Week (14th - 20th March 2022) is The Lullaby Trust’s national campaign, raising awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) also known as ‘cot death’ and the safer sleep advice that reduces the risk of it occurring.
14 March 2022
woman holding a baby at a Healthwatch outdoor event
Online Carers Roadshow
One of Healthwatch functions is to provide information and advice to the public about accessing health and social care services and the options available to them. We want to ensure this continues during challenging times.
10 March 2022
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Dignifying Dementia
Dignifying Dementia is a local dementia group that supports people with dementia and their carers.
4 March 2022
A woman having a lateral flow Covid test
What do the new government guidelines mean for COVID-19 testing?
COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.
1 March 2022
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Bury Hospice
Bury Hospice provides a range of palliative care and holistic support for people with long-term illnesses and their families
28 February 2022
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Long Covid Support
Long Covid support is a UK based charity that provide support and advice for people living with Long Covid.
18 February 2022
older woman and a dentist
How to access an NHS dentist
Information on how to access urgent dental care in Greater Manchester.
17 February 2022
a house in the snow
Staying Warm This Winter
Some energy saving tips and local support information provided by Bury Voluntary, Community and Faith Alliance.
8 February 2022
A woman sitting on a bench breastfeeding her baby. The baby as dark brown hair and the woman is wearing an orange cardigan.
BOOBS in Bury- Breastfeeding Support for Mums
BOOBS in Bury provide support for new parents in Bury as well as creating safe spaces for people to breastfeed their babies with their ‘BOOBS Approved’ scheme.
4 February 2022
The Accessible Information Standard
The Accessible Information Standard - what you can expect from services
The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.
21 January 2022