1. Women in England want at home cervical screening tests on the NHS

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    Healthwatch England new research calls for a more personalised approach to cervical screening to help the NHS meet its ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

  2. How to make cervical screening (a smear test) work for you

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    Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some women find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.

  3. Improving ADHD services for children and young people in Greater Manchester

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    NHS Greater Manchester wants to improve children’s Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) services and would like to hear from you.

  4. Chatty Bus comes to the 471 on 10th October

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    Rochdale and District Mind in partnership with Go NorthWest Bus company will be out in the borough for World Mental Health Day.

  5. Healthwatch Bury's New Office Launch

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    We are excited to announce the opening of our new office in the centre of Bury.

  6. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester - Annual Report 2023/24

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    The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester network publishes its Annual Report for 2023-2024.

  7. New Service offering from Bury & Bolton Citizens Advice - Benefits and Form Filling

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    Bury & Bolton Citizens Advice can now help you with benefits checks and form filling.

  8. Pension Top Up

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    New figures have revealed that older people in Greater Manchester are missing out on an estimated £367m they’re entitled to every year.

  9. Risk of “failing the future” if children and young people don’t get the care they need, CQC warns

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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.

  10. Diabetic eye screening – have your say

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    People with diabetes are invited to have specialist eye tests. NHS England wants to know how this diabetic eye screening programme is working in the Greater Manchester area.

  11. Healthwatch Bury's Annual General Meeting

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    Book your place for the Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting.

  12. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester – Pathway to CAMHS Report

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester explore the realities of child and adolescent mental health services in the city region.

  13. Prescriptions Project Report

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    Healthwatch Bury conducted a research project to explore patient experiences with the prescription process.

  14. Translated GP Transfer Cards: Bridging the Gap in Healthcare Access

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    The cards aim to improve continuity of care and avoid duplication by supporting newly arrived individuals to re-register (or register if a first registration) as soon as possible after they move.

  15. Free Family Learning Courses for Parents and Carers

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    The Family Learning team are recruiting for the next What's Cooking course.

  16. LGBT Foundation - Pride in Practice Patient Experience Survey

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    Pride in Practice works to improve the experiences of LGBTQ+ people accessing primary care services

  17. 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Helpline

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    NHS Greater Manchester 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Helpline for all ages.

  18. Survey from the Royal National Institute of Blind (RNIB)

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    Calling All Adult Women and Men with Sight Loss

  19. Have your say on how nature recovery is prioritised across Greater Manchester

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    Residents and businesses across Greater Manchester can now have their say on ambitious proposals to protect green spaces and support the natural environment for generations to come.

  20. Music therapy-based activities for people living with dementia and their carers

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    Greater Manchester is now hosting the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for Music and Dementia.

  21. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  22. What help can you get to pay for your NHS prescription?

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    The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and NHS prescriptions costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  23. How to look after yourself whilst caring for someone else

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    Each day 6,000 people become carers. Looking after a loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting so it's vital that you get the support you need. Find out how you can make sure you look after yourself.

  24. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  25. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  26. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  27. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.

  28. NHS Long-term plan report for Bury

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    In this report, we gather, analyse and present a comprehensive set of responses from the people of Bury on some of the key the topics raised in the NHS Long Term plan.

  29. Diabetes Week

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  30. Carers Week

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  31. Men's Health Week

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  32. World Blood Donor Day

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  33. World Suicide Prevention day

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  34. World Mental Health Day

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  35. World Homelessness Day

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  36. Carers Rights Day

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  37. International Volunteer Day

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  38. Young Carers Awareness Day 2018

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  39. Dignity Action Day 2018

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  40. Children Mental Health Week

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  41. Student Volunteering Week 2018

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  42. Eating Disorder Awareness Week

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  43. World Autism Awareness Week 2020

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  44. World Health Day 2018

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  45. Stroke Awareness Month

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  46. Mental Health Awareness Week 2018

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  47. Dying Matters Week 2018

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