Healthwatch Trafford

Healthwatch Trafford are are here to make sure your views on local health & social care services are heard! Monitored Mon-Fri 9-5. RT's are not endorsements

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Healthwatch in Greater Manchester have released a major new report that shines a light on the experiences of people trying to access Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Read it here: https://t.co/64XozH6cy8

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Healthwatch Trafford want to interview people about their experiences of choice when using GP services, and how they feel about it. A gift voucher is available for those selected to take part.
Get in touch by 7 Feb. Call 0300 999 0303 or email [email protected]

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When someone is diagnosed with t2 diabetes they should be offered a series of f2f education sessions to help them manage their condition. NHS Greater Manchester want to hear from you if you were invited, attended, or chose not to, to improve the service: https://t.co/iBlJYR2vDg

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Happy New Year Trafford! Here's to 2025 🎉

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Merry Christmas to everyone who celebrates in Trafford!

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Residents needing support over Christmas with their health and wellbeing can still receive professional help and advice. Visit the Trafford Council website to find out what's open and when: https://t.co/JYUA1BkkUO

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Some health care services like GP practices and dentists may be closed over the festive period but our primary care booklet can help you get to know where to go.
To download it, search NHS GM primary care booklet

#GTKWTG

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Some festive advice on how to prepare and where to go if you feel unwell this month!

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Basic Digital Skills sessions: learn to use a tablet & receive support with digital issues. Stretford library class every Tues 12.30-1.30, support drop in 1.30-2.30.
Sale library class every Thurs starting 28 Nov 11-1.
Text/call 07929 396 581, email [email protected]

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Almost two decades after people lost their right to register with an NHS dentist, our research shows two-thirds believe this right exists. Read our new findings - https://t.co/GPIXQmzatf #fixNHSdentistry

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Book a free HIV test, or order a home test kit this HIV testing week. Visit https://t.co/w0Hr5NngHk or visit https://t.co/k4grbGQ8Kb to get started.

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Staying active can help avoid falls.
There are loads of different activities you could try. If the weathers nice, a 10-minute walk with the dog is a great start.
Visit the falls prevention page here: https://t.co/HN7kUpD8MG

#PreventingFallsThisWinter

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As part of the Old Trafford Regeneration Plan, we’re inviting residents and community groups in Old Trafford to share their thoughts on proposed plans for the area around Manchester United’s iconic stadium.

Have your say: https://t.co/ZMd1wmN0va

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@the_BHA is excited to announce the launch of Your Guide to the Menopause, an inclusive and empowering resource created specifically for Black, Asian, and minoritized ethnic women. Download *Your Guide to the Menopause* for free:
https://t.co/0ZAPDhtYIO

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The 21st of November is #CarersRightsDay24, where Trafford Carers Centre will be in Stretford Public Hall from 12am-7pm with stalls from different organisations, talks and more.
Want to learn more?
https://t.co/WDF7psgkqn

Fancy coming along? Book now! https://t.co/3yknuayXkd

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Our sexual health survey is still open! Let us know about your experiences of accessing sexual health care - anonymously, of course! Whether it's good, bad, or confusing, we want to know. Take part here: https://t.co/0dfVxSIT3P

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Top up your pension by applying for pension credit! Trafford Council are encouraging eligible people to apply, estimating that around £6.15m in pension credit currently remains unclaimed. Find out more here: https://t.co/anCeMKOYIh

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The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Network publishes its Annual Report for 2023-2024 📑

Read the report here: https://t.co/mauLZ6FudJ

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Keep people with dementia safe, visit https://t.co/86a8njsbwT

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Patients may have seen a website advertising NHS dental services, using a logo very similar to the NHS logo and offering urgent treatment. Please be aware that this is a scam. Do not use this website to try and access NHS dental care.
Read more: https://t.co/gdreQ3Lc83