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Health News
Greater Manchester has the highest rate for dementia diagnosis in the North West and has done since 2017. This week (Monday 15th–Sunday 21st May 2023) is national Dementia Action Week, and the focus is on increasing diagnosis rates.
Read more about Greater Manchester above national average for dementia diagnosis
Events
People who have been affected by cancer are invited to take part in the free Macmillan Mile walk in Bolton on May 20.
Read more about Take part in the Macmillan Mile
Health News
The only Greater Manchester-wide awards which recognises the exemplary contributions from our whole health and care workforce has announced its 2023 shortlisted nominations and the stories are as inspirational as ever.
Read more about Shortlist announced for the Greater Manchester Health and Care Champion Awards after record number of nominations received
Health News
The MMR vaccine is the best defence against measles, mumps and rubella. Check your child is up to date with their vaccinations by looking in your child’s red book or contacting your GP if you need to catch up.
Read more about Plea for parents and carers to check their child is up-to-date with their vaccines and get protection from vaccine-preventable diseases
Health News
Greater Manchester’s Integrated Care Partnership Strategy sets out how we will work together to improve the health of our city-region’s people through the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership
Read more about Stakeholder briefing: Launch of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Strategy 2023 – 2028
Health News
Hawkley Brook Medical Practice in Wigan has become the first health and care employer in Greater Manchester to achieve membership of the Good Employment Charter, in recognition of their work improving employment standards within the practice.
Read more about Wigan General Practice is first to receive Greater Manchester good employment recognition
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.
