Your voice is needed - if you believe that the patient and public voice in Greater Manchester needs to be championed by an INDEPENDENT body then please complete this survey. All 10 healthwatch in GM want to here your voice: forms.office.com/pages/respon... #healthwatchmanchester #healthwatchingm

Men's health week starts with our latest video with The Robin Cancer Trust then the launch of MENtrolink, when will you tap out? View our new blog around the LGBTQ+connundrum What even is andropuase? find the answer to this question by joining the webinar posted on the forum. #menshealthweek

For Men’s Health Week (15-21st June) we have an hour-long awareness session focusing on Andropause. 🔗https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=BtHsUHL5c0W0bOBTR4Iz6l25OoFzb6ZFlaZwhWMlNg9UOEdBNTVGQ1FDUkc5UlI0RU1OTzdNWlhQVC4u&route=shorturl #andropause #menshealthweek #manchestermenspeakup

The HWM team are in attendance at the 2026 #GMCancerConference

Vaccines have long been one of the most powerful tools in public health. Over the last 50 years, vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives. See the WHO campaign here: www.who.int/campaigns/wo... To book a vaccine: vaccinations.mft.nhs.uk #WorldImmunisationWeek #VaccinesSavesLives

A conversation is just the beginning this MS Awareness Week Did you know that 135 of us are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) every week in the UK? Opening up and talking about the condition can be hard. manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/multiple-scl... #manchestermenspeakup #multiplesclerosis #GM

This month is focused on highlighting the need for research, improving treatments and supporting those affected how to get involved: lnkd.in/e5vksej5 'Wear a hat day' Wear a hat to mark the month on the 27th March: braintumourresearch.org/pages/wear-a-hat-day #braintumourawareness #wearahatday

Big thanks to Clare Howarth from Diabetes UK for talking openly about diabetes and challenging stigma. Stigma hurts, but support helps! Check out the resources and services from Diabetes UK Watch here:: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/diabetes-is-... #EndDiabetesStigma #diabetesuk #livingwithdiabetes

National Commission is seeking evidence to shape regulation of AI in healthcare and support the UK’s ambition for a world-leading, AI-enabled NHS. They need your help: www.surveys.mhra.gov.uk/6939648ad713... #AIhealthcare #MHRA #healthwatchmanchester

Healthwatch Manchester is still here for you! We’ll be at the Wythenshawe Forum on 22 January (next Thursday). If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and chat with us. Your voice matters — and your feedback helps shape and improve local services!

Dry January is upon us, if you feel it is too soon to cut the drinks completely we get it. Feel fresher as you boss that alcohol-free streak, download the Try Dry® app. manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/dry-month-th... #alcoholfree #manchestermenspeakup #trydry

Manchester, stay warm! Layer up, keep rooms around 18°C, enjoy hot meals & drinks, move around, and check your pharmacy for advice. Stay cosy and safe during this prolonged cold & snow! #HealthwatchManchester #StayWarm #WinterSafety #ManchesterLife #ColdWeatherTips

Our office will be closed until 29th December. Visit Hub of Hope for mental health support directory: hubofhope.co.uk #winterwell #healthwatchmanchester #greatermanchester #hubofhope

This week's five-day doctor strike in England will go ahead. www.bbc.com/news/article... The dedication of NHS staff, the NHS has significantly reduced disruption and met its ambitious goal to maintain 95% of planned care during the latest round of strike action. #healthwatchmanchester

#HumanRightsDay2025 Today is Human Rights Day and to celebrate this, we have put together an information page with our friends in the council on to ensure Young Carers know their rights when it comes to accessing medical records, involvement in discharge decisions and proxy access.

On World AIDS Day 2025, we stand united with governments, partners, and communities under the theme "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response." (WHO) Learn more and transform the aids response: worldaidsday.org #worldaidsday

GM Bereavement Service help to find support for anyone in Greater Manchester that has been bereaved or affected by a death, no matter how long ago. No one needs to feel alone as they deal with their grief. find out more: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/greater-manc... #bereavement #manchestermenspeakup

Men, is it time to talk? This November to raise awarensss of Men's mental health Mentell is a UK charity that provides groups for males aged 18+ to talk in a safe and confidential space, free from advice and judgement. www.mentell.org.uk #manchestermenspeakup #mentalhealthawareness #mentell

The Secretary of State for DHSC made a fresh offer focused on non‑pay measures, No additional pay increase was offered. The BMA rejected this offer, meaning strike action is set to proceed. www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk/news/2025-11... #healthwatchmanchester #strikeaction #juniordoctors #nhs

Healthwatch Manchester is a Hate Crime Reporting Centre. you can report it to us safely and anonymously. Especially if you are in a health and/or care setting when it happened. Call 0300 078 0669 lines open 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday. Lets end hate crime together. #hatecrime #healthwatchmanchester

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay – but looking after our mind and feelings matters every day! We had a chat with Adele Owen, who runs the #ShiningaLightonSuicide project here in Manchester. She shared some amazing support options, so check it out: manchesterwomentogether.org.uk #YouAreNotAlone

Today is #WorldCerebralPalsyDay. A day for recognition, inclusion & action for 50M people worldwide living with CP. HWM’s Tom Carr spoke with Felix Phikiso, founder of JTFoundationUK, about life with CP, misconceptions & hope for a more inclusive future. #Inclusion #CerebralPalsyAwareness

Emma Hinchcliffe outlines how front door decisions are made in urgent care admissions at Working Together Conference

Mental health leads providing an overview of development in psychological therapies in GM at Working Together Improvement conference

To mark the World Heart Day, we speak with Ruth Goss, Senior Cardiac Nurse at the British Heart Foundation, about spotting symptoms, reducing your risk, and the vital support the BHF provides. Watch interview: youtu.be/8YgUz5UXihU #WorldHeartDay #HealthyHeartsMCR #LoveYourHeart

Jess’s Rule is here. The new initiative will ask GPs to think again if, after three appointments, they have been unable to offer a substantiated diagnosis, or the patient’s symptoms have escalated. This saves lives by catching serious illness earlier. #JessesRule #PatientsRights

We know that racists have been emboldened recently. We know that minorities are targets of far right supporters. We know this can take place in NHS and social care services. So we want you to know -

AI is changing healthcare — but for many patients, nothing replaces human connection. How do we ensure the best services for patients? Share your opinion in our survey: forms.office.com/e/2Wjp190MG8 #HealthcareFuture #HumanConnection #AIinMedicine

Tomorrow is Stand Up To Cancer Day. Rona, our storyteller has shared her story with us. Her story will go live tomorrow- keep a look out! #StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether

Wondering which pharmacies are open this Summer Bank Holiday? Before you head out, check the list of opening hours here! Here’s to a relaxing bank holiday with your prescriptions sorted! #Manchester #PharmacyHours #BankHoliday #NHS

Reminder: if you take regular medicines on #repeatprescription - make sure you have enough to last the #bankholiday weekend. You can now order repeat prescriptions quickly and easily using the NHS App. Search ‘NHS App’ to find out more. #GTKWTG #Pharmacy #NHSApp #GreaterManchester

Your voice in health & social care is at risk. Healthwatch’s statutory powers to act independently & influence the NHS are under threat. Sign the petition to protect your right to be heard. Don't forget to add your name: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

131 Healthwatch services, including all 10 in GM, have signed an open letter urging the government to scrap plans that threaten our independence. Public voice must remain strong, not silenced. We’re still here, open, and supporting you in Manchester! #healthwatch #youmatter #Manchester

Worried about your symptoms but too embarrassed to talk to the doctor about them? Don’t worry- GPs have these conversations all the time, If your symptoms could be cancer, the earlier we find it the easier it is to treat. Don’t delay – contact your GP today. #gmfindcancerearly #manchestermenspeakup

NHS England urges hospitals to maintain routine care during strikes, rescheduling only when essential. Attend appointments as planned unless contacted with changes. #gpstrikes

#HealthwatchManchester is still here for you! We’ll be at #TheMessCommunityHub this Friday. If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and chat with us. Your voice matters — and your feedback helps shape and improve local services! #YourVoiceMatters

Healthwatch Manchester is still here for you! We’ll be at Withington Library with #TheBreadandButterThing next Monday. If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and chat with us. Your voice matters!

#HealthwatchManchester keeps listening to you! We’ll be at Gorton Mill House with #AgeUK next Monday. If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and chat with us. #Yourvoicematters — and your feedback helps shape and improve local services!

Healthwatch Manchester will keep on listening and offering our information and signposting service to all those who need it in Manchester. We are still your health and social care champion!

Join #PatientPartnershipWeek2025 – 30 June to 4 July! Free online events from the Patients Association uniting patients, professionals & policymakers to shape better, fairer care. Find out more: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/patient-part... #PatientVoice #NHSChange #HealthEquity #SharedDecisionMaking

"We are deeply saddened by the Government’s decision to close @healthwatchengland.bsky.social and its network of local Healthwatch organisations" @rachel-p.bsky.social Read the full statement: buff.ly/eeXUWMA

It’s PTSD Awareness Day! People with PTSD often have nightmares or flashbacks about what happened. This can make it hard to sleep or focus, and daily life becomes difficult. #PTSD #MentalHealth #Talk

Our new Youtube channel is up and running, check out all the exciting news and interviews here: www.youtube.com/@Healthwatch... #healthwatchmanchester

It’s Learning Disability Week (16 - 22 June) this year’s theme is “Do you see me?” which is all about making sure that people with a learning disability are seen, heard, included, and valued in all aspects of life www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisa... #learningdisabilityweek #LD #healthwatchmanchester

Men’s Health Week UK is running from Monday 9th to Sunday 15th June 2025. In recognition of men's health week, have your say and shape the future of the health strategy around men: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/mens-health-... #menshealthweek #manchestermenspeakup #healthstrategy

It’s #NationalCarersWeek let’s shine a light on Young Carers! These incredible young people support loved ones with illness, disability, or addiction—often without recognition. Let’s raise awareness & support: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/national-car... #YoungCarers #Manchestermenspeakup

Wishing good health, peace, and happiness to everyone celebrating Eid al-Adha. #eidmubarak #eidaladha

The NHS is offering free lung health checks to current and former smokers aged 55-74 from its mobile clinics in Manchester from 15 May until the end of June. Check when it is coming to your GP practice here: www.mft.nhs.uk/lunghealthch... #GMLungHealthCheck

This hashtag#DementiaActionWeek, watch our conversation with Becky, Jacqui & Sarah on young onset dementia — the challenges, myths, and what needs to change. Let's speak up together. Watch here: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/dementia-act... #YoungOnsetDementia #DementiaAwareness #GreaterManchester

We’re here to listen! If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and speak with us during our outreach at Withington Baths & Leisure Centre on 29 May 2025. No appointment needed—just drop by and have your say! #HealthwatchManchester #YourVoiceMatters