1. COVID-19 vaccine – one year on: ‘heroes who’ve moved heaven and earth’ credited with saving up to 8000 lives

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    Tributes are being paid today to the ‘extraordinary’ people who’ve set up and delivered Greater Manchester’s Covid-19 vaccination push, getting almost five million jabs into arms in just 12 months.

  2. Many women still positive about their maternity care – but pandemic impacted on choice and involvement and increased concerns about postnatal support

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    The majority of women who gave birth in February last year were positive about the maternity care they received. But the impact of the pandemic has led to poorer experiences for some, and exacerbated concerns around the quality of postnatal care, according to a national survey by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  3. Hospitals in Greater Manchester to resume non-urgent surgery and appointments

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    At the beginning of January, the difficult decision was made to pause non-urgent surgery and appointments due to the impact of COVID-19. Although services remain busy, the situation has improved to the point where non-urgent surgery can now resume.

  4. How has lockdown affected people’s mental health and dignity?

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    New research highlights the challenges faced by health and social care services in England and the importance of giving feedback to help improve care.

  5. Record number of NHS ambulance call outs for life-threatening conditions in December, despite jump in Omicron absences

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    NHS staff dealt with the highest ever number of life-threatening ambulance call outs last month, new figures show today.

  6. Increased stability in social care and real collaboration across health and care key to mitigating risk of “tsunami of unmet need”

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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 – the first of these reports to cover a full year of the pandemic.

  7. Healthwatch Trafford publish new report on Long COVID support

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    Healthwatch Trafford have published a report looking at people’s understanding and experiences of Long COVID, and what resources and support are available.

  8. Pausing some elective care in Greater Manchester

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    Hospitals in Greater Manchester have made the difficult decision to pause some non-urgent surgery and appointments due to the rising impact of COVID-19. Patients who will be affected by this will be contacted by the hospital as soon as possible.

  9. COVID-19 in Trafford: 2021 update

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    Halthwatch Trafford have released a follow-up report looking at the experiences of health and social care services during the period of the coronavirus pandemic.

  10. What did you tell us about Trafford General Hospital?

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    During May to June 2019 we asked our Trafford Healthwatch 100 panel for their views of the services available at Trafford General Hospital and the future of the hospital.

  11. FAQs about the NHS Long-term plan

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    The NHS faces a growing demand for its services. More people have long-term conditions for which they need ongoing support. Illnesses linked to inequality and to lifestyle choices are also adding to the pressure on the NHS.

  12. Wythenshawe Hospital Consultation

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    Have your say on the Wythenshawe Hospital consultation.

  13. NHS seeks views on next steps for assessing urgent care

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    Patients, clinicians and the public are being invited to give their views on a comprehensive set of indicators for urgent care.

  14. Greater Manchester contraception survey

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    Take part in this consultation from Greater Manchester combined authorities.

  15. Safe streets save lives in Trafford – Your comments wanted!

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    Trafford Council are working with One Trafford to enhance spaces for pedestrians and cyclists across the borough, to enable people to keep their distance for safe essential journeys and exercise during the coronavirus lockdown and through recovery.

  16. Voting to GMMH’s Governor Elections is now open!

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    Members of Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust have a vital role, through their elected representatives (Governors), in helping to influence decisions and shape the future development of our services.

  17. Twice bereaved relative appeals for Greater Manchester residents’ early detection ideas to save lives from cancer

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    Saddleworth resident, Gen Buckley, who lost her father and brother early to bowel cancer, is urging Greater Manchester citizens to support new health research by sharing their ideas about saving lives from cancer.

  18. Help develop Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS website

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    Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH) are developing a new website and would appreciate your feedback to make sure they develop a site that works for everyone.

  19. Greater Manchester’s Big Alcohol Conversation

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    The Greater Manchester vision is to make our city region one of the best places in the world. A place where everyone can have the best start in life, live well and age well.

  20. Children and young people invited to shape the future of the ambulance service

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    Children, parents and carers are being asked to help shape the future of the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) so that young patients get the best possible care.

  21. Your views on Manchester hospital trusts merger

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    The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is inviting views on the anticipated merger between 2 hospital trusts in central Manchester.

  22. What do you think of North West Ambulance Service?

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    North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust (NWAS) is conducting an audit of its reputation to help the organisation understand what its staff, public, patients and partners think about it.

  23. Kids activity book

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    You can use this activity pack to keep your little ones amused whilst you wait for an appointment.

  24. Your chance to get involved with genomic medicine!

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    Would you like to join a new patient and public panel?

  25. Two thirds of carers do not see lower standards of care during the Covid-19 crisis as acceptable

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    New research published today by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) shows that two thirds of unpaid carers view a lower standard of care during the Covid-19 crisis as unacceptable, despite the massive pressures that care services and carers are under.

  26. CQC publishes report on child and adolescent mental health wards at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of the child and adolescent mental health wards (CAMHS) provided by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in January.

  27. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities, warns Healthwatch

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    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows 55% of adults in the North West find dental charges unfair amid escalating costs of living.

  28. LGBT Cancer Awareness Workshops in Trafford

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    Did you know that there’s a lack of robust data about cancer in the LGBTQI+ community? Do you feel that health research doesn’t represent your experiences? Are you interested in calling for more health research to involve LGBTQI+ people?

  29. Red extreme heat warning issued, and tips for keeping yourself safe

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    Between 9am on Saturday 16th July and 9pm on Tuesday 19th, a Level 3 heat health alert has been put in place. The Met Office has also issued a Red Extreme heat weather warning covering Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures potentially reaching 40°c in some parts of the country.

  30. Work is needed to reduce pressure on urgent and emergency care services across Lancashire and South Cumbria following CQC inspections

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has found work is needed to reduce pressure on urgent and emergency care services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. This follows a series of coordinated inspections which took place throughout March and April.

  31. What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

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    Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

  32. Etihad Mass Vaccination Centre to Close Doors

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    After 19 months and nearly half a million Covid-19 jabs given, Greater Manchester’s mass vaccination centre will be closing its doors. The final vaccination will be given at the centre, housed at the Manchester Tennis and Football Centre on the Etihad Campus, on Tuesday August 30th.

  33. Service update: Altrincham Minor Injuries Unit

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    This briefing from NHS Greater Manchester updates you on a forthcoming Trafford Urgent Care Review by request of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board and a decision in relation to reviewing the Altrincham Minor Injuries Unit.

  34. The boys are back in person: face-to-face GP appointments reach new high since February 2020

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    Following a challenging couple of years of remote consultations, the number of people accessing in-person GP care is increasing according to the NHS.

  35. [CLOSED] How do you feel about health and social care services in Trafford?

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    It’s almost the end of the year, so we want to look back and see how things have been going.

  36. CQC tells Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust to make significant improvements

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of services provided by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.

  37. Healthwatch England's response to the latest NHS elective care waiting times

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    Figures from NHS England show 7.2 million people were waiting to start routine treatment at the end of October, up from 7.1 million in September. Read our response.

  38. People in Greater Manchester urged to get their repeat prescriptions and know how to get help over the Bank Holiday

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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, with the average turnaround from appointment being at least 72 hours and more during busier periods.

  39. Industrial Strike Action Patient Information (Updated Jan 23)

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    Information from Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership.

  40. As cervical smear test uptake drops, cervical cancer survivor says: “A few minutes could save your life.”

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    “My world collapsed when I was told I had cervical cancer. I thought my three-year-old son was going to be left without a mum and I would be dead at 25.”

  41. NHS cuts elective backlog with longest waiters - Healthwatch England's response

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    NHS cuts elective backlog with longest waiters down a quarter in one month. Read the response.

  42. Information and advice for the public ahead of industrial action by junior doctors

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    Industrial action by junior doctors and dentists working in hospitals is taking place for 72 hours from 7am on Monday March 12th to 7am on Thursday March 16th and will impact all hospitals across Greater Manchester and some GP services

  43. Latest Information on Strike Action- update from North West Ambulance Service

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    In the North West Ambulance Service region, the GMB, Unison and Unite unions balloted their members for industrial action and met the legal threshold to take action.

  44. Refuge: how to turn off the Emergency Alert siren on hidden devices

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    If you have a secret device hidden from an abusive partner, make sure to watch the video. Sharing this information will help keep people safe.

  45. NHS doctors industrial action - Healthwatch England's response

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    With junior doctors staging a four-day strike, Healthwatch England urge all parties involved to find a resolution.

  46. Public information and advice ahead of Royal College of Nursing Strikes

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    Industrial action by members of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is taking place for 48 hours continuously from 8pm on 30 April to 8pm on 2 May.

  47. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  48. Volunteers’ Week 2023: Celebrate and Inspire

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    Healthwatch Trafford is marking Volunteers’ Week 2023.

  49. Junior doctors' strike June 2023: information and advice

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    Junior doctors at all NHS hospitals across Greater Manchester are planning to strike from 6.59am on Wednesday June 14th until 7am on Saturday June 17th.

  50. Strike action July 2023: information and advice

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    NHS Greater Manchester is warning residents to expect a significant impact on services later this week when junior doctors at all the city region’s NHS hospitals plan to strike (7am on Thursday 13 July until 7am on Tuesday 18 July).