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Health News

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With around 10,000 people aged over 65 in Greater Manchester injuring themselves through falls each year, organisations in the city-region are teaming up to ensure more services are in place for winter.
Read more about Health leaders’ mission to reduce serious falls in Greater Manchester

Health News

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New figures reveal that the proportion of people smoking in Greater Manchester has fallen to the lowest level on record.
Read more about Smoking falls to record low in Greater Manchester

Opportunity to get involved

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Could you help at a monthly community event for people affected by cancer?
Read more about Volunteers needed to support Bolton 5k Your Way

Events

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Greater Manchester’s Month of Hope is encouraging everyone to have open conversations about, and play a role in, preventing suicide.
Read more about Greater Manchester Month of Hope 2023

Health News

A group of smiling people at community growing project RHS Bridgewater Hall standing on a path surrounded by lush green plants.
Dr Masanaga Yamawaki from Japan visited Greater Manchester to find out more about the Nature for Health project.
Read more about Nature for Health programme hosts international visitor

Health Advice

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As the summer holidays are well underway, NHS Greater Manchester is sharing key advice on looking after yours and your family’s health.
Read more about NHS GM helps people stay safe and well during summer holidays

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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.

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