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Keep well

Looking after our own physical and mental wellbeing is something we should all feel supported to do.

Whether you’re growing up, getting on, or growing older in Greater Manchester, there’s lots of advice, ideas and services to help you live your life to the healthiest.

Browse the pages and articles below for support.

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While You Wait

Information for people waiting for planned hospital care, including FAQs, advice and resources to help you manage while you wait. Visit While You Wait.

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Get to know where to go

When you use the right NHS service, you get the right treatment sooner. Visit Get to Know Where to Go for the NHS services available.

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Vaccinations

This is the place to find all kinds of vaccine information. Including measles, childhood immunisations, vaccinations in pregnancy. Visit the vaccination hub.

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Pregnancy and maternity

Your pregnancy is a journey and it’s important to have information and advice to guide you through. Visit our pregnancy and maternity hub to guide you through.

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Specialist weight management

Click here for more information about specialist weight management services in Greater Manchester.

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ADHD and Autism Assessments

From 1st September 2025, the way ADHD and autism (ASD) assessments are managed in Greater Manchester has changed.

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Live Well

Greater Manchester’s movement for community-led health and wellbeing. Living well means different things to different people. Join our Live Well movement.

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Respiratory reviews

Manage your asthma and COPD. Learn why your reviews are important and why you might want to switch to green inhalers. Visit our respiratory reviews and green inhaler pages.

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Social Prescribing

Connecting people to activities, groups and services in the community that meet their practical, social and emotional needs. Learn about social prescribing.

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Pharmacy First

Your local pharmacist can give you advice on a range of conditions and can suggest medicines that can help. Find out how Pharmacy First can help you.

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Only order what you need - medicines waste

We need your help to reduce the amount of medicine wasted in Greater Manchester every year. Find out how you can help to reduce medicines waste.

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Childhood asthma

Find information and advice about childhood asthma, a common lung condition that often starts in childhood. Find out more about childhood asthma.

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What happens when you leave hospital

If you’re admitted to hospital, the plan to get your home – or to your next place of care – will start as soon as possible. Read what happens when you leave hospital.

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Interpretation and translation advice and guidance

Visit this page to find out more information on interpretation and translation services across Greater Manchester.

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Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to help others and your community whilst benefitting your own mental and physical health. Find out about volunteering.

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Loneliness

Most people have felt lonely at some point. Visit our loneliness page for information and tips to feel less lonely.

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Blood pressure

It’s important to know your blood pressure numbers and take steps to keep healthy. Visit our blood pressure page.

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Shine a light on suicide

Whether you’re feeling suicidal, worried someone else is, or have lost someone to suicide, you’re not alone. Visit Shine a light on suicide.

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Keeping you safe

If you’re worried about an adult or a child, and have concerns about abuse, neglect or exploitation, please don’t ignore it. Visit our safeguarding information.

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Little lungs

Bronchiolitis – a common viral infection – is more widespread in winter. Visit our little lungs page to get to know the signs, treatment and when to get help.

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Who's who at your GP Practice

A range of healthcare professionals work at your GP practice to make sure you receive the best care. Find out who’s who at your GP practice.

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Falls prevention

Falls are not a normal part of getting older; there are things you can do to help prevent them. Advice to help prevent falls.

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