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
National Walking Month, May 2024
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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
Introducing the NHS App
The NHS App gives you a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services. Download the NHS App on your smartphone or tablet via the Google play or App store. … [continue] Introducing the NHS App
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
Safe Surgeries
We are proud to be a ‘Safe Surgery’ for everyone in our community. All are welcome. Everyone in the UK has the right to free care from a GP. If … [continue] Safe Surgeries
CAHN Events 2024
Caribbean & African Health Network – Events 2024 For more details, please visit at https://www.cahn.org.uk/
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
Find Cancer Early, Save Lives: Join Our Patient Power Squad!
Flixton Road Medical Centre Patients: Find Cancer Early, Save Lives: Join Our Patient Power Squad! Calling all Flixton Road patients. Help make a real difference in our community and help … [continue] Find Cancer Early, Save Lives: Join Our Patient Power Squad!
Trafford Veterans CIC 2024
Click here – Trafford Veterans January 2024 newsletter
Trafford Youth Vaping – January 2024
Join our Patient Participation Group (PPG)
You said, we did
Wating for Surgery? – Workshop on 17 January 2024
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
CAHN Black History Month Gala Awards & 6th Anniversary
MESSAGE FROM CAHN: We are eagerly counting down to Saturday, 28th October 2023 at Lancashire County Cricket Club for our Black History Month Gala Awards & 6th Anniversary More than just … [continue] CAHN Black History Month Gala Awards & 6th Anniversary
Trafford Women’s Voices Pledge
We have signed the pledge. Trafford Women’s Voices/Neighbourhood Engagement is running a number of introductory drop-in sessions for the West area in Partington. (please see below the West Health Alliance … [continue] Trafford Women’s Voices Pledge
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
Contraception and Sexual Health
Contraception and Sexual Health Organised by Caribbean & African Health Network – CATHIP Health Hour Guest Speaker: Dr. Margaret Ikpoh Date: Saturday, 5th August 2023 Time: 11am – 12:15pm Please … [continue] Contraception and Sexual Health
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
Women’s Walking Football Launch Event
Experiencing the menopause or interested in learning more? Want to get fit and keep moving? Manchester FA, in partnership with The Well HQ and Age UK Trafford, are delivering a … [continue] Women’s Walking Football Launch Event
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
Happy Birthday – NHS 75 years
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
