1. 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).

  2. More admin staff needed to help tackle GP access issues

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    National GP patient survey sees a further fall in satisfaction, especially regarding making appointments. Read Healthwatch England's response.

  3. CQC publishes reports following inspections at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has told Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust it must make further urgent improvements following an inspection of its leadership and three services from January to March.

  4. Improvements needed in maternity services at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust following CQC inspection

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated three maternity services run by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust as requires improvement following an inspection in March.

  5. [CLOSED] Tell us about digital mental health services for young people!

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    Have you used a digital resource to support your mental health?

  6. Vulnerable newborns at Manchester hospitals are first to benefit from rollout of genetic test to prevent hearing loss

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    An innovative genetic test that can help prevent newborn babies from going deaf if treated with a common antibiotic, is now being used in routine clinical practice in maternity settings at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).

  7. Statement from Healthwatch in Greater Manchester concerning chemical leaks in NHS hospitals

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    A statement following the publication of findings by the Liberal Democrats showing a number of chemical leaks in NHS hospitals over the previous year.

  8. Strike action August 2023: information and advice

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    Junior doctors are planning to strike from 7am on Friday 11 August until 7am on Tuesday 15 August.
    Consultant doctors will be taking strike action from 7am on Thursday 24 August until 7am on Saturday 26 August.

  9. 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.

  10. Practice closure: Grove Medical Practice, Timperley

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

  11. NHS to introduce Martha's rule for hospital patients - our response

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    We have welcomed the introduction of Martha's rule for hospital patients.

  12. 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.

  13. Mental health and wellbeing support in Greater Manchester: If you need support we’re here to help

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    Free online wellbeing programmes

  14. 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.

  15. [CLOSED] HW100: Autumn/Winter survey

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

  16. 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.

  17. ADHD and autism: Tackling the long wait for support

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    Long wait times for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) support can have a severe impact on individuals. We look at what people have already told us and urge you to come forward if you have been affected.

  18. Protect yourself and prevent serious illness this winter: get vaccinated!

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    Have you had your winter vaccines yet?

  19. [CLOSED] HW100: Dry January

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    Tell us about your alcohol use

  20. Barriers and inequalities in cervical screening

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    From the Healthwatch England blog.

  21. [OPEN] Tell us about accessing CAMHS

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    Have you tried to access CAMHS, or are you the parent or carer of someone who has?

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

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    Have you tried to access sexual health care in Trafford?

  23. 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.