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Health News

A patient at home having his readings taken by a member of NHS staff

Patients awaiting cardiac surgery in Greater Manchester will be given additional peace of mind thanks to a new home monitoring service.

Healthy Living

A participant of the Salford home exercise programme using a treadmill in their living room, watched by two of the programme's coaches

A new Salford project that takes exercise equipment into people’s homes is transforming lives

Events

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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!

Health News

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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.

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

Health Advice

A little black baby, a little asian baby and a little white baby, all drawn cartoons, are sat over a sign in white and purple saying "Little lungs need BIG protection". In the background there are geen cartoon hills, a blue sky and pink hearts dotted about.

Bronchiolitis is a common viral infection in Greater Manchester and across the UK. It affects 1 in 3 children under two. It is most widespread during winter (November to March), and it is possible to get it more than once.

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.

What’s happening

Meetings