1. LGBTQ+ resources and support

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    It’s LGBTQ+ history month! While a lot of progress has been made over the past century around LGBTQ rights, awareness, and acceptance, there is is still a long way to go. The Proud Trust’s 2022 theme for this month is “The Arc is Long”, a reminder that there is still a way to go towards fairness, justice, and equality.

  2. Healthwatch 100 Report: Health and Social Care Service Priority Areas

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    Health and social care services across the country have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic but are working hard to recover. It is important to make sure that this recovery reflects the needs and wants of the local community.

  3. Resident's views are sought over Council's plans

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    Trafford council is seeking views of residents aged 50 or over to ensure the borough continues to be a great place to live and grow old.

  4. Apply for a prepaid Healthy Start card now!

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    Are you receiving benefits? Do you have children under 4? Or are you pregnant? Healthy start is an NHS benefit worth up to £1200 to help you buy fruit, veg, and milk for you and your young family.

  5. [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.

  6. Social prescribing helps former Queen's jockey to ride again

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    An 84-year-old former jockey for HM The Queen struggling with the impact of limited mobility on his physical and mental wellbeing has been given the chance to ride again…

  7. Cost of living: People are increasingly avoiding NHS appointments and prescriptions

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    Healthwatch England's new data shows a worrying increase in the number of people avoiding vital care. They are calling for urgent action from government and health and care services to ensure rising costs are not a barrier to healthcare.

  8. Manchester care service is rated inadequate and placed in special measures by CQC

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated The Elms in Middleton, Manchester, inadequate and placed it in special measures following an inspection in November.

  9. Adult Safeguarding Week: Self-Neglect Survey

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    This year’s adult Safeguarding Week runs from 20 – 24 November and Trafford Council are keen to find out what the safeguarding community’s opinion is on tackling self-neglect as an issue.

  10. [CLOSED] HW100: Autumn/Winter survey

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    It's that time of year again: our Autumn/Winter snapshot survey is now out!

  11. [CLOSED] HW100: Dry January

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    Tell us about your alcohol use

  12. [CLOSED] Tell us about sexual health advice, care, and support

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    Have you tried to access sexual health care in Trafford?

  13. [OPEN] Tell us about vaping in children and young people

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    Are you a young person who vapes, do you have thoughts about vaping, or are you a parent or carer with something to share?

  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. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. 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.

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

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    Information from Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership.

  25. 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.”

  26. 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.

  27. 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.

  28. Volunteers’ Week 2023: Celebrate and Inspire

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    Healthwatch Trafford is marking Volunteers’ Week 2023.

  29. Get help from 111.nhs.uk during August Bank Holiday and Consultant Strike.

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    Updates on bank holiday care from North West Ambulance Service.

  30. Practice closure: Grove Medical Practice, Timperley

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    The practice will be closing its doors on 30 September 2023.

  31. What is menopause and what are the signs?

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    With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing
    awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out
    for and what support is available can help you.

  32. Trafford Council wins prestigious 'Keep it Local' award at national award ceremony.

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    Trafford Council has won the Keep it Local Award at the annual Locality Awards in Bristol.

  33. NHS to roll out ‘Martha’s Rule’

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    NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.