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
On "No Smoking Day", year 10 and 12 health students from University Collegiate School in Bolton created their own radio adverts with the help of Hits Radio to emphasise the harms of smoking and the rising trend of youth vaping.
Read more about Bolton students get creative on 40th anniversary of No Smoking Day
Health Advice
A Salford mum, whose 10-year-old daughter died from measles complications urges parents and carers across Greater Manchester to make sure their children are fully vaccinated.
Read more about Salford mum urges all parents to get their children fully vaccinated against measles
Stories
A midwife from Bolton has won a coveted national award for their significant and outstanding contribution in their everyday work.
Read more about Silver award for Bolton midwife
Announcement
Parents get free access to Anya app to support feeding babies.
Read more about Free access to the Anya App to support infant feeding
Health News
Annual Safer Sleep campaign aims to raise awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and the simple advice that reduces the risk of it occurring
Read more about The Lullaby Trust’s ‘Safer Sleep’ week is back for 2024
Healthy Living
The NHS launches blood pressure check campaign for people aged 40+
Read more about NHS Blood Pressure Check Service Campaign launch
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.
