We are delighted to announce that for our Christmas 2024 charity appeal, we have chosen three wonderful charities to support: Christie’s The Toy House Gifts for Children (Manchester Cash for … [continue] Flixton Road Medical Centre Christmas 2024 Charity Appeal
Category: Awareness
Carers Rights Day- 21 November 2024
National Centre for Domestic Violence
Domestic Abuse and Violence Emergency Legal Protection A free, fast emergency injunction service to those at risk of all forms of domestic abuse regardless of their financial situation, ethnicity, gender or sexuality. … [continue] National Centre for Domestic Violence
ICON COPE – Babies cry, you can cope
When babies cry it can be stressful and overwhelming. Help is out there and all you need to do is ask. Find out more!
Lung health Appointment Campaign – Dr Hadeer Dawood
Early detection saves lives. Been Coughing For 3 Weeks or More? Your GP wants to see you. Your doctor wants to see you. You’re not wasting anyone’s time. Getting an … [continue] Lung health Appointment Campaign – Dr Hadeer Dawood
Is your child up to date on their immunisations?
Check your child’s red book or with their GP to make sure they are not missing any vaccinations. Visit www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations to find out more, including what vaccines your child will be offered … [continue] Is your child up to date on their immunisations?
Stretford Advice Hub Face to Face Support
RSV vaccine
The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can make babies and older adults seriously ill. It’s recommended during pregnancy and for adults aged … [continue] RSV vaccine
D-CYPHR
You’re a hero. It’s in your DNA. You can help pioneer new treatments for millions of people by helping us unlock the power hiding in your DNA. Together with the … [continue] D-CYPHR
Smoking cessation
Do you know someone who struggles to read?
Understanding Prostate Cancer and your risk
Check your risk of Prostate Cancer In partnership with NHS England, the charity Prostate Cancer UK has launched a new campaign encouraging people to check their risk of getting prostate cancer. The … [continue] Understanding Prostate Cancer and your risk
National Walking Month, May 2024
STEPS TO LEADING A HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER LIFE. Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve our health and stay connected to our community, helping us feel less lonely … [continue] National Walking Month, May 2024
Trafford residents can access free SIM cards
Trafford residents can access free SIM cards which include free data, texts and calls for 6 months – residents would need to source their own handset and can access the … [continue] Trafford residents can access free SIM cards
World Autism Acceptance Week 2 – 8 April 2024
World Autism Acceptance Week takes place from Tuesday 2 April. It aims to increase autism acceptance and awareness. There are lots of ideas on the National Autistic Society website to … [continue] World Autism Acceptance Week 2 – 8 April 2024
Better Health Quit Smoking
When you quit smoking, good things start to happen — you can begin to see almost immediate improvements to your health. It’s much easier to stop smoking when you get … [continue] Better Health Quit Smoking
Have your say on Adult ADHD services
NHS Greater Manchester (GM) is reviewing adult ADHD services across Greater Manchester. Services supporting adults through diagnosis for ADHD have long waiting lists and the costs of running ADHD services … [continue] Have your say on Adult ADHD services
5 Ways to Wellbeing
Be Active Want to get fitter? Don’t want to do it by yourself? Don’t want to worry about the weather? Check out these group fitness classes at your local leisure … [continue] 5 Ways to Wellbeing
Mental health support over the festive period
Flo and Faisal the Flu Fighters – Flu vaccination
Flo and Faisal the Flu Fighters – who ‘shoo the flu away’ with their protective shields. A little one with a snotty cold isn’t nice… but Flu can make them … [continue] Flo and Faisal the Flu Fighters – Flu vaccination
Don’t ignore the warning signs of lung cancer
If you’ve had a cough for three weeks or more, contact your GP practice. It’s probably nothing serious, but it could be a sign of cancer. If it is cancer, … [continue] Don’t ignore the warning signs of lung cancer
Organ Donation Week 2023 – 18 to 24 September
You could save as many as nine lives as an organ donor. Confirm your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register today #OrganDonation https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-your-decision/donate/?
National Breastfeeding Week 18th-24th September 2023
This year National Breastfeeding Week will be taking place from 18th – 24th September. Continuing and building on last year’s theme, ‘Everyone has a part to play in helping mums … [continue] National Breastfeeding Week 18th-24th September 2023
Stoptober 2023: Better Health – Quit Smoking
Stoptober is back this October with a new national campaign designed to encourage and support smokers to quit for good. While smoking rates have declined in recent years, over 5 … [continue] Stoptober 2023: Better Health – Quit Smoking
Vaccination against shingles guide from September 2023
The NHS offers a vaccine that reduces your risk of developing shingles. This guide describes the national shingles programme, the benefits of the vaccine and who is eligible. There are … [continue] Vaccination against shingles guide from September 2023
The Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Group
The Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Group as part of our Trafford Talking Therapies (IAPT) service.
NHS Blood Donation Campaign
The NHS has an ongoing commitment to supporting our community’s well-being, so they have announced a special blood donation drive! Every drop of blood you donate has the power to … [continue] NHS Blood Donation Campaign
CAHN Pregnancy Focus Group
Are you a mother who has experienced hypertension during pregnancy? Could you help with research about blood pressure management after pregnancy? Help CAHN to better understand the challenges faced by … [continue] CAHN Pregnancy Focus Group
Greater Manchester Race Equality Panel Recruitment
The Greater Manchester Race Equality Panel is recruiting new members! Are you passionate about addressing systemic inequalities, racism and discrimination which disadvantage the people of Greater Manchester? Do you care … [continue] Greater Manchester Race Equality Panel Recruitment
Healthy Eyes equal a Healthy life
Maintaining healthy eyes is vital for enjoying life to the fullest, performing well in various activities, detecting potential health issues, and safeguarding your vision as you age. Here are 4 … [continue] Healthy Eyes equal a Healthy life
Samaritans Awareness Day – 24th July 2023
Every 10 seconds, Samaritans responds to a call for help. We’re proud to share the charity’s awareness-raising campaign #TalkToUs, to remind people that Samaritans are there for anyone who needs … [continue] Samaritans Awareness Day – 24th July 2023
MyMFT: Patient Portal
MFT stands for the ‘Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust’. MFT is the single largest Foundation Trust in the country, with 10 hospitals and community services located across Manchester and Trafford. … [continue] MyMFT: Patient Portal
Maternal Research
The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is requesting your input! They are undertaking research into antenatal conversations which take place between pregnant women and health professionals on … [continue] Maternal Research
Partake in Research
It is recognised that people from Caribbean and African backgrounds are more likely to experience health inequalities, emphasising the importance of being represented in research. For example, we know that … [continue] Partake in Research
Are you having a headache or is it a migraine?
Are you having a headache or is it a migraine? by Dr. Joseph Omofuma Organised by Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN)
Check if you’re dehydrated
Dehydration means your body loses more fluids than you take in. If it’s not treated, it can get worse and become a serious problem. Important : Babies, children and older … [continue] Check if you’re dehydrated
When stroke strikes, act F.A.S.T
Remember F.A.S.T for the signs of a stroke. Face – has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile? Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them … [continue] When stroke strikes, act F.A.S.T
Don’t dismiss the early signs of a heart attack
The early signs of a heart attack can vary – the most common symptoms include squeezing across the chest and a feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call … [continue] Don’t dismiss the early signs of a heart attack
Check your blood pressure reading
Around 1 in 4 adults in the UK have high blood pressure, but many don’t know it. It can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Find out … [continue] Check your blood pressure reading