1. Stand up to Stigma, Mental Health Report

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    As part of Mental Health Awareness Week (8th – 14th May 2017). Healthwatch Bury created a survey to assess people's views on mental health stigma and its negative consequences.

  2. Annual Report 2017-18

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    We have launched our latest annual report covering 2017-18.

  3. 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.

  4. 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?

  5. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  6. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  7. Bury Community Hubs - support for vulnerable people

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    Bury Council has set up five community hubs throughout Bury to target help and support for those residents most vulnerable to coronavirus (COVID-19).

  8. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

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    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  9. Second COVID Management Service to go live in Radcliffe

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    To help the local fight against coronavirus (COVID-19), additional sites are being identified to be COVID Management Services to supplement the service already up and running in Prestwich.

  10. Healthwatch can now refer people for NHS Volunteer Responders support

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    NHS Volunteer Responders can provide support to people who need to shield because they are at higher risk of serious medical complications from COVID-19.

  11. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

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    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

  12. Rough sleeper resources during the coronavirus pandemic

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    Groundswell have developed resources to support people experiencing homelessness during the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

  13. Mental Health Awareness Week - Supporting the borough’s mental health during the coronavirus crisis

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    It’s Mental Health Awareness Week this week, and with the current COVID-19 emergency affecting the way we live our daily lives, Bury has put together a comprehensive mental health support offer for residents of all ages.

  14. Greater Manchester Victims’ Services

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    Greater Manchester Victims’ Services (GMVS) provides support to victims (all ages) and witnesses of all crime types across Greater Manchester including victims of Domestic Abuse.

  15. Welcome to Bury Carers’ Hub

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    From the 1st June, a new provider, n-compass will be delivering adult carer support in Bury.

  16. 24/7 Urgent Treatment Centre including walk-in option given the green light

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    Following a public consultation earlier in the year, a decision has been made to create a 24/7 Urgent Treatment Centre located at Fairfield General Hospital in Bury.

  17. Digital-first approach rolled out across Bury GP practices

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    Patients in Bury are now able to make online visits to their GP and receive advice and support virtually as more practices roll out new technology during the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.

  18. Annual Report 2019-20

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    We have launched our latest annual report covering 2019-20.

  19. Most patients are positive about their hospital care

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    The majority of people who stayed as an inpatient in hospital were happy with the care they received, according to a national survey from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  20. Helpline for people with learning disabilities in Bury

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    Keeping People Connected. Helpline for people with learning disabilities living in Bury.

  21. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  22. Greater Manchester Urgent Dental Care

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    The service is accessible to patients living in Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Middleton, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Glossop, Trafford and Wigan, seven-days-a-week, between 8am and 10pm.

  23. Self Injury Support – Setting Up a Self Harm Information and Navigation Service

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    Self injury Support has been running UK-wide emotional support services around self-harm for over 30 years and they’ve always wanted to run a complementary information/navigation service alongside.

  24. Flu vaccination

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    Flu occurs every year, usually in the winter, which is why it’s sometimes called seasonal flu.

  25. National Grief Awareness Week

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  26. National Obesity Awareness Week

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  27. Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

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  28. Young Carers Action Day

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  29. Dignity Action Day

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  30. Children's Mental Health Week

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  31. LGBT+ History Month

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  32. World Cancer day

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  33. Time to talk day

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  34. Rare disease awareness day

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  35. Eating disorders awareness week

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  36. International Womans Day 2021

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  37. World oral health day

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  38. Autism Awareness Week

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  39. World health day

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  40. Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week

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  41. Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week

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  42. Deaf Awareness Week

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  43. Dying matters awareness week

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  44. Dementia Action Week

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  45. Volunteers week

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  46. A range of support available on World Mental Health Day

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    The World Health Organisation (WHO) marks 10 October as World Mental Health Day and this year’s theme is ‘mental health for all’.

  47. Diabetes week

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  48. Carers week

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  49. World Blood Donor Day

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