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Our holiday closure and where to find support over the festive season

Healthwatch Bury, in partnership with VCFA, is inviting applications from VCSE groups to take part in a small-scale project aimed at improving access to and experiences of healthcare for people with neurological conditions in Bury.

Healthwatch Bury has published the findings of a short engagement exercise focused on prescription services in the Bury North area. The project aimed to understand patient experiences with the evolving prescription process, particularly the introduction of patient-led ordering models designed to improve safety and efficiency.

As families gear up for festive celebrations, Bury GPs say it’s “absolutely vital to act now” to ensure children are vaccinated against flu to protect grandparents and vulnerable loved ones.

Healthwatch Bury has published the findings of a short engagement exercise focused on prescription services in the Bury North area.

We hear a lot about how we should look after our physical health, but taking care of our minds is important too. You might be feeling anxious, stressed or depressed. Young people who need mental health support can access various services in Bury. There are lots of people who can help, and there is no shame in needing support.

Join us for our Annual General Meeting — an opportunity to reflect on the year’s achievements, discuss future plans, and connect with the community.

The government launches bold plan to tackle physical and mental health challenges faced by men and boys, and reduce inequalities.

The Home from Hospital service is a free service based in the community with a base at Fairfield General Hospital.

Bury GP practices are calling for patients to take swift action in the face of one of the “greatest health threats.”

Welcoming last week’s government announcement that menopause questions will be included in NHS health checks for the first time, one Bury GP practice said that ‘while this is a huge leap forward in women’s health, much more still needs to be done.’

Women will be able to access the morning-after pill free of charge on the NHS in high-street pharmacies across England from today (29th October 2025).