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.
Announcement
As our services report significant pressures, we ask the public to use NHS 111 Online to be signposted to the correct service for them. Accessing the right care at the right time means that the NHS can be there for people who need us this winter.
Read more about NHS Greater Manchester update on system pressures
Health News
Patients awaiting cardiac surgery in Greater Manchester will be given additional peace of mind thanks to a new home monitoring service.
Read more about Ground-breaking remote monitoring tech for region’s cardiac patients
Healthy Living
A new Salford project that takes exercise equipment into people’s homes is transforming lives
Read more about Home exercise programme gets people back on their feet
Events
The One Stockport Academy is running a free training programme for people aged 19 and over who are unemployed. No experience or qualifications are needed!
Read more about Free health and social care training course
Health News
Today marks exactly two years since the first Covid-19 vaccination in Greater Manchester – and the nurse that gave that life-saving jab will be working this weekend to make sure people get their vaccine protection before Christmas.
Read more about 6,674,526 and counting – Maxine and Ted make their mark on vaccine programme
Health Advice
Pioneering scientific study on minimising air pollution from woodburning stoves and open fires to launch in 2023 - but there are steps people can take now to reduce risks
Read more about Health leaders urge Greater Manchester residents to follow advice on minimising air pollution from woodburning stoves and open fires this winter
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.
