What’s happening
Browse all the latest news, events, stories and blogs by theme below, sort by borough for your local news, or use the keyword search to find what you’re looking for.
Engagement
People in Greater Manchester now have the chance to ‘have their say’ on who may be eligible for cataract surgery in Greater Manchester.
Read more about Have your say on who might be eligible for cataract surgery across Greater Manchester.
Announcement
An influential national charity, The King's Fund, has praised Greater Manchester for its work improving key measures of health and health inequalities.
Read more about National think tank shines spotlight on Greater Manchester approach to improving people’s health
Healthy Living
A scheme in Wigan is helping people who work unsociable hours to attend health checks.
Read more about Shifting attitudes to healthcare for staff working unsocial hours.
Case study
A man has completed an inspirational 1,000-mile charity trek from Lands End to John O’Groats in a battery-powered quad bike – partly thanks to support provided by NHS Greater Manchester.
Read more about Inspirational Andy is living his dreams thanks to personalised support from NHS Greater Manchester
Healthy Living
October 18 is World Menopause Day. We are taking the opportunity to highlight what the menopause is, its symptoms, the support available and the events taking place.
Read more about World Menopause Day 2024
Health Advice
There are simple things you can do to support the development of your baby’s speech, language and communication skills, starting when you’re pregnant.
Read more about Our ten top tips for talking with babies.
NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care holds a public board meeting every month to keep everyone up to date with its plans. All are welcome, including those who need support to attend. Other public meetings, like the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Board, and events can be found here too.
