1. Start a Career in the NHS

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    Are you 18-30 and looking for a job in the NHS? A career where you can make a difference?

  2. Are you or your loved one waiting to get a GP referral? Share your views

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    Have you or your loved one been left frustrated after struggling to get a GP referral for tests or treatment? You’re not alone.

  3. Knife Crime Workshop

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    A free Knife Crime Workshop for young people and families will run on Monday 17th October at Victoria Youth and Community Centre.

  4. Free Event - GP Access for patients with Sensory Loss or Physical Disability

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    We would benefit from your expertise and guidance to assist in the delivery of this project.

  5. Public confidence in urgent and emergency care services

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    The pressure on urgent and emergency care services has been a big story recently, with significant press coverage of ambulance delays and long waits in accident and emergency departments (A&E).

  6. The Big Conversation: health and care in Bury

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    We are working with partners across Greater Manchester to understand how we can improve health and wellbeing.

  7. Gridlocked health and care system leading to deterioration in people’s access to and experience of care

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    The Care Quality Commission’s (CQC’s) annual assessment of the state of health and social care in England looks at the quality of care over the past year.

  8. Covid Vaccination Sites in Bury

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    Clinics until the end of November 2022.

  9. Addiction: Support in Bury

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    If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, here are some local and national services that may be able to help.

  10. Caritas Christmas Dinner

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    Caritas are offering a free Christmas Dinner and goody bags to individuals and families.

  11. Bury Food Banks

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    Here you will find opening times and contact details for food banks in Bury.

  12. Cost of Living

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    Energy Bill Support Scheme and Grant information for nomadic people

  13. You’re invited to Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    Our Annual General Meeting is taking place on Tuesday 6th December.

  14. Safer Transport Network Workshops

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    Transport for Greater Manchester are running a series of Safer Transport Network Workshops.

  15. Free event for young people 16 -30

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    The Prince’s Trust has partnered with schuh and PUMA to create this free and exciting event that will inspire, motivate, and allow you to make the next step in your journey.

  16. Wellbeing in Prestwich

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    Rochdale and District Mind are offering wellbeing support at the Longfield Centre in Prestwich.

  17. Red Rose Social Group

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    Red Rose Social Club meet every Monday afternoon at the Mosses Centre.

  18. Covid and Flu Vaccinations

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    Bury gets a visit from Monster Mayhem to show the double danger from Covid and Flu.

  19. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

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    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  20. I'm pregnant. What happens next?

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    Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.

  21. Six-week postnatal check for new mums – Q&A

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    What is the six-week postnatal check for new mothers and why it’s important that you attend it? In this advice piece, we cover all the basic questions you may have about it.

  22. Nature and wellbeing in Bury

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    Free Nature for Health Sessions in Prestwich, Bury.

  23. Bereavement Drop-in Group at Radcliffe Library

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    Are you grieving? Feeling Lonely? Isolated? Sad? Bury Hospice run a monthly Bereavement Drop-in Group at Radcliffe Library

  24. Supporting men's mental health

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    Emotional wellbeing support for men in Bury.

  25. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  26. Activities for children and young people with SEND

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    Information on a monthly sensory play session, trampolining and winter HAF activities.

  27. Warm Spaces Bury

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    Your guide to warm community spaces in and around the Bury borough.

  28. Pharmacy Opening Times for Christmas & New Year Bank Holidays

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    The Christmas to New Year bank holiday hours are now posted on the GMLPC website.

  29. New measures to improve access to dental care

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    A new package of measures to improve patient access to dental care has been introduced by the government.

  30. Covid vaccination clinics in Bury

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    Clinics until the end of December 2022.

  31. CQC reports serious concerns monitoring the Mental Health Act

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is highlighting the ongoing impact of historic and current system pressures on mental health services, their staff and the people using them.

  32. A study of public transport experiences for people living with dementia

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    You are invited to take part in a research study about public transport.

  33. Stay Well this Winter

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    Some important information from the NHS to help you stay well this winter.

  34. Group A Strep - What you need to know

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    Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a common bacteria. Lots of us carry it in our throats and on our skin and it doesn’t always result in illness. However, GAS does cause a number of infections, some mild and some more serious.

  35. Safer sleeping this winter

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    If you have young children and babies, you may be concerned about trying to keep your home warm.

  36. Choose the right service this winter

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    There are lots of NHS services available to help you if you or your family are unwell this winter.

  37. Waiting for hospital treatment?

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    While You Wait has information and advice to help you manage your physical and mental wellbeing.

  38. CAMHS Drop-in

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    CAMHS are running a Wellbeing Drop-in on Wednesday 21st December aimed at young people aged 14-18.

  39. Family Information Service

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    A free service proving information for parents, carers, children and young people and those working with families in Bury.

  40. Getting prescriptions in time for Christmas

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    NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care is reminding people who take regular medication to make sure their repeat prescriptions are ordered in time for Christmas.

  41. Looking after your mental health this winter

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    In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is beginning to hit home for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.

  42. Winter Water Safety

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    Royal Life Saving Society UK offer safety advice for winter water safety, with simple steps to keep safe during the winter.

  43. NHS industrial action

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    NHS tells patients to continue to access emergency care during industrial action.

  44. Have you got a sensory impairment or a mobility issue or care for someone who has?

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    Healthwatch Bury is currently working on a Primary Care project focussing on access to GP services for those with a sensory loss or physical impairment.

  45. Free courses at Bury Adult Learning Centre

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    Free courses at Bury Adult Learning Centre start in the New Year.

  46. Lipreading classes in Bury

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    Classes designed for people with a hearing loss who might be finding it difficult to follow conversation. 

  47. GP Patient Survey 2023

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    In early January, NHS England will invite around 2.4 million randomly selected people registered with GP practices to answer a GP Patient Survey questionnaire about their experiences.

  48. Back to school advice issued amid high levels of flu, COVID-19 and scarlet fever

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    As pupils and students return to school following the Christmas break, UKHSA is reminding people that winter illnesses continue to circulate at high levels.

  49. Healthwatch Bury Access Assistance

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    Regular drop in session to help you access local health services.