1. Lynch Syndrome – Knowledge is Power

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    Lynch Syndrome (LS) is an under diagnosed syndrome which puts those who have it at a higher risk of getting cancer.

  2. Let’s start a Big Conversation about health and care [OPEN]

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    People from every corner of Greater Manchester are invited start talking honestly about the future of health and care, as part of the Big Conversation.

  3. IRU - Monday 28th March 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  4. Pop-Up Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics Return to Stockport

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    Pop-up vaccination clinics are returning to Stockport from Monday, 4 April, 2022, with a particular focus on booster vaccines for over 75s and those aged 12 years and over who have a weakened immune system.

  5. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  6. IRU - Monday 4th April 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  7. Easter weekend 111 and Prescriptions

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    This bank holiday Easter weekend there is help and advice available for health issues including minor illnesses.

  8. IRU - Wednesday 13th April 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  9. More Vaccination Options in Stockport for 5 to 11-Year-Old Children

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    Children aged 5 to 11 can get vaccinated at even more locations in Stockport thanks to a new Covid-19 vaccination clinic

  10. IRU - Monday 25th April 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  11. One Stockport Hub Vaccination Clinic Extended into May

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    Stockport’s popular town centre walk-in pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinic at the One Stockport Hub, Merseyway, SK1 1RA, will remain open throughout May with a new schedule.

  12. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  13. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a new parent?

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    It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  14. IRU - Tuesday 3rd May 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  15. [Survey Closed] New ways of working in Stockport - Your chance to tell us how you would like to be kept informed

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    Local people are being asked by NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) how they would like to be kept informed about new ways of working in health and social care services.

  16. IRU - Monday 9th May 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  17. [Competition Closed] Calling under 18s to show how they look after their mental health #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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    This week is Mental Health Awareness Week and so Beacon Counselling have decided to extend the deadline for the Stamp Out Stigma Competition until 12th June

  18. Living with Dementia in Stockport

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    A lived experience report on people who live with dementia everyday in Stockport.

  19. IRU - Monday 16th May 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  20. Pharmacy Opening Times - Jubilee bank holidays Thursday 2nd June and Friday 3rd June

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    Jubilee bank holidays Thursday 2nd June and Friday 3rd June are now posted on the GMLPC website.

  21. Awareness Days - June 2022

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    Here is the latest awareness days, months and campaigns for the month of June.

  22. Volunteers' Week 2022 - Jan Kitching

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    This week marks Volunteers' Week. Each day we are publishing one of our invaluable members profiles. Today is Jan Kitching.

  23. Volunteers' Week 2022 - Pat Goddard

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    This week marks Volunteers' Week. Each day we are publishing one of our invaluable members profiles. Today is Pat Goddard.

  24. IRU - Monday 23rd May 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  25. What is Long COVID?

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    Confused about Long COVID? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support.

  26. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

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    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  27. IRU - Wednesday 1st June 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  28. IRU - Wednesday 8th June 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  29. Awareness Days - July 2022

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    Here is the latest awareness days, months and campaigns for the month of July.

  30. Get Behind the Scenes of a Stockport GP Practice

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    Getting the most out of and understanding your GP practice is the subject of a new series of videos, produced by NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group.

  31. Local Covid-19 Vaccination Offer Extended into July

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    Stockport’s popular town centre walk-in pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinic offer at the One Stockport Hub, Merseyway, Stockport town centre, SK1 1RA, has been extended and will remain open throughout July.

  32. IRU - Friday 24th June 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  33. IRU - Tuesday 5th July 2022

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  34. How to access mental health support if you're lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  35. Post pandemic: What are people telling us about mental health support?

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    Before the COVID-19 pandemic, we asked people about their experiences of getting mental health support. Three years on, we look at what has changed and the questions the NHS needs to answer.

  36. Digital health and care plan

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    On 29 June, the Department for Health and Social Care announced their plan for digital health and social care. Read our response.

  37. Fall in patient satisfaction with GPs

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    The latest GP patient survey shows that overall satisfaction with services has fallen and more people are avoiding making an appointment. Read our response.

  38. NHS acts on your feedback to improve dental care

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    Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response.

  39. Disabled people report being blocked from NHS care due to poor communications

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    Healthwatch England's new deep-dive analysis of people's experiences of healthcare communication is a stark reminder of why NHS England and the 42 new Integrated Care Systems need to ensure services abide by the Accessible Information Standard.

  40. Are NHS waiting times pushing more people to go private?

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    Record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. Read Healthwatch England's response.

  41. Pharmacy Opening Times - Monday 29th August 2022 - Bank Holiday

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    The opening hours for Monday 29th August 2022 which have been notified to NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care are now posted on the GMLPC website.

  42. IRU - Monday 1st August 2020

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    Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up publishing every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

  43. Long COVID: How is your feedback making care better?

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    The NHS has announced a new plan and more money to improve support for long COVID. Find out how the experiences you shared helped make the difference.

  44. Annual Report 2021 - 2022

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    Read our latest annual report for 2021-22 and how we have helped the health and social care sector in Stockport.