covid
Rapid COVID-19 testing in Manchester
Rapid COVID-19 testing is available in Manchester for people without symptoms and who cannot work from home
23 March 2021
pharmacy
Community Pharmacy: Keeping You Safe This Winter
Find out how your local pharmacy can help you and your family with your healthcare needs
10 February 2021
A&E
Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first
The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.
15 December 2020
Ambulance outside an A&E
NHS 111: How do I book a timeslot at A&E?
From the 1 December you’ll be able to book a slot at your local A&E if you need to by calling NHS 111. Find out what is changing and what it means for you and your loved ones.
14 December 2020
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Services for Children and Young People in Manchester
We are making it part of our mission to speak to local health and care providers about the services they run. We want to make it easier to understand what’s available to young people,, what these services do, and what it’s like to use them.
6 November 2020
Woman helping an elderly man use a IPad
How to sign up to the Patient Access portal
An information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services for residents throughout Manchester.
6 November 2020
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Residential, Nursing & Independant Living
Find out about the difference between Residential Homes, Nursing homes and Independent living.
6 November 2020
Healthwatch staff member talking to a member of the public about their experience
Know your rights
Everyone has the right to information and education about how to take care of themselves and what they are entitled to within the health and social care.
6 November 2020
A man talking to his GP
Mental Health Services
Know where to go to get the advice you need about mental health services in Manchester.
5 October 2020
Hospital worker in a room full of patients and family members smiling at the camera
Mental Health Support
Mental health, emotional wellbeing and resilience is all about how we cope with what life throws at us. It concerns the way we feel about ourselves, conduct relationships, handle stress or deal with loss.
5 October 2020
lady in GP waiting room
Diabetes care in Manchester
Diabetes is one of the most common diseases affecting all age groups. It is a condition that occurs when your body has trouble managing, storing and using the sugar in your blood.
5 October 2020
A woman outside a hospital
How to look after your wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic
Everyone is under a lot of stress right now and you might be finding that social distancing and isolation measures are making difficult to feel safe and well.
29 September 2020