1. NHS tells patients to seek emergency care as needed during latest industrial action

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    The NHS is asking patients to seek emergency care if they need to during industrial action and take simple steps to help ensure care is available to patients who need it most.

  2. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.

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    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  3. Are you struggling to access health and care services this winter?

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    With the NHS under extra pressure this winter, we need to hear your experiences of care to help services understand what is working and spot issues affecting support for you and your loved ones.

  4. Wellbeing Circle Bury

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    Free support and activity drop-in sessions for older people.

  5. Board Minutes - 28th June 2022

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    The Board met virtually on Tuesday 28th June 2022.

  6. Board Minutes - 27th September 2022

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    The Board met virtually on 27th September 2022.

  7. Looking after family or friends after they leave hospital

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    Useful advice for family and friends of people needing ongoing care or support with day-to-day life.

  8. Act F.A.S.T. Call 999 if you see any single one of the signs of a stroke.

    Advice and Information -

    There are around 100,000 strokes in England, Scotland and Wales every year,with around 33,000 stroke related deaths each year, as well as being a leading cause of disability.

  9. Greater Manchester Older People’s Equality Panel is recruiting!

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    Over the last 10 months the panel has been working hard to establish a position of influence so that decisions affecting older people in Greater Manchester are informed and, when necessary, challenged.

  10. Let’s Do It Community Fund

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    Healthwatch Bury Health Advice and Assistance Programme: Quarter 1 January 2022 to March 2022.

  11. Let’s Do It Community Fund

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    Healthwatch Bury Health Advice and Assistance Programme: Quarter 2 April - June 2022.

  12. Let’s Do It Community Fund

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    Healthwatch Bury Health Advice and Assistance Programme: Quarter 3 July - September 2022.

  13. Five big issues people with cancer in the UK are concerned about right now

    Advice and Information -

    Macmillan Cancer Support are currently working on a project to spread the word on the issues facing people with cancer in the UK.

  14. 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

  15. Healthwatch Bury Park Bench Surgeries

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    Join us for a chat about all things health and care related at one of our park bench surgeries.

  16. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

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    We mark the difference the public has made in improving NHS and social care services.

  17. World Immunisation Week: 24th to 30th April

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    World Immunisation Week, celebrated in the last week of April, aims to highlight the collective action needed and to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against disease.

  18. Healthwatch Bury Facebook Live for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

    Advice and Information -

    Knowing the symptoms of bowel cancer could save your life.

  19. Parent and Baby Wellbeing Group

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    Group for parents struggling with low mood or anxiety.

  20. Coronation Weekend Activities in Bury

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    Coronation activities taking place over the bank holiday weekend.

  21. Bury Council - Support at home

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    Have your say on the proposed changes to the Support at Home Service.

  22. What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis

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    Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.

  23. Bury volunteers return to help NHS trial new cancer screening test

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    Volunteers from Bury are being invited to return to a mobile clinic next week for their second appointment as part of the NHS-Galleri trial.

  24. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish their Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish its first Annual Report which highlights their activities over the past year and the impact the independent network has achieved.

  25. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish its first Annual Report which highlights their activities over the past year and the impact the independent network has achieved.

  26. How do I get a fit note?

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    From 1 July 2022, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can legally certify and issue a statement of fitness for work, or informally known as a ‘fit note’.

  27. What to expect when waiting for care

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    The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular, clear and accessible updates to help you plan your next steps while you wait.

  28. Age UK Bury Home from Hospital Service

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    The Home from Hospital service is a free service based in the community with a base at Fairfield General Hospital.

  29. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  30. National survey highlights decline in people’s experience of urgent and emergency care.

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    Findings from a survey of more than 36,000 people who used NHS urgent and emergency care services in September 2022 show that many people had a worse experience than in previous years – particularly those treated in an A&E type department.

  31. Choice in the NHS

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    What choices are available to you in your NHS care.

  32. Bury food and fuel support

    Advice and Information -

    Financial help is available through the Household Support Fund or the Bury Support Fund.

  33. NWAS Patient Transport Service (PTS) and 999 easy read guides

    Advice and Information -

    North West Ambulance Service have produced an easy read format of their Patient Transport Service (PTS) and 999 guide.

  34. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost-of-living crisis is putting many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some people can afford to pay. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  35. Recovery Month 2023

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    Throughout Recovery Month 2023 Achieve Community Development will be delivering / supporting a range of opportunities to get involved with in Bury.

  36. The results of the latest annual survey of hospital inpatients published by the Care Quality Commission

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    Majority of patients remain positive about care they receive when in hospital but over a third say their health deteriorated while waiting for treatment.

  37. What mental health support is available for children and young people?

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    75% of children and young people who experience mental health problems aren't getting the help they need.

  38. Upcoming Healthwatch Bury group and drop-in sessions

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    Healthwatch Bury will be attending various groups in Bury this autumn and winter.

  39. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  40. What is the COVID-19 vaccine and how do I get it?

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including where to go and why it's important.

  41. Could you be the Healthwatch Bury board member we have been looking for?

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    We are currently on the lookout for people that could add their valuable skills and experience to our board of directors as we look to build on the work we have been doing and strive for bigger goals.

  42. Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    Save the date for the Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting 2023.

  43. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what to do if you are refused the right to register.

  44. How to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

  45. What is a virtual ward?

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    With more and more appointments happening online, we've 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.

  46. Every Second Counts This Winter

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    Every year, North West Ambulance Service face increasing demand for their service during the colder months.

  47. Bury Breathe Easy Group

    Advice and Information -

    Bury Breathe Easy is a local support group for all people affected by lung disease, their family members, friends and carers.

  48. Clearer Patient Communication survey

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    Want your NHS appointment letters to be easy to understand?

  49. Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    We would like to invite you to the Healthwatch Bury's Annual General Meeting 2023.

  50. Reporting care to the CQC

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    Care Rights UK want to hear your experience of reporting poor care to the CQC.