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It's not too late to make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good.
✅ Save money
✅ Live healthier
✅ Protect others

You can get support close to home through community drop in sessions, phone call appointments and in person support across Greater Manchester.

#stopsmoking #greatermanchester
January 6, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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*Join us at Walkden Medical Centre for an open afternoon on Thursday 8th January 12pm-3pm*

We will be at this event offering:
▶️ Free HIV Testing
▶️ Sexual Health Advice
▶️ Comprehensive Resources
▶️ Translated versions
January 5, 2026 at 3:16 PM
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*We're Hiring - Peer Navigator (HEP B)*

BHA for Equality is looking for a Peer Navigator to support people living with Hepatitis B across Greater Manchester. This role uses lived experience to provide practical and emotional support, working closely with clinical teams and community partners.
December 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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New Year, new you. Make 2026 the year you quit smoking.

Find your local stop smoking service: www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-health-services/stop-smoking-support-services

#stopsmoking #smokingcessation #greatermanchester #gm
December 10, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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*ORDER CONDOMS IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS*

Order BEFORE 18th December 2024
(Any orders after this date will be sent out on 2nd January 2025)

#condoms #gmpash #yoursexualhealthmatters #christmas #manchester #bolton #oldham #tameside #trafford #stockport #bury #rochdale #wigan #salford
December 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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#CommunityHealth #PeerSupport #HIVCare #HealthEquity #CulturalCompetence
December 5, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV. But effective prevention only works when everyone who needs it can access it.

#PrEP #HIVPrevention #HealthInequality #BHA
December 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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*Greater Manchester Testing Week 2025*

#SortSTIs #SortHIV #SortSTIs #GMTestingWeek #WorldAidsDay #WAD2025 #gmpash #Manchester #Oldham #Stockport #Bolton #Bury #Wigan #Rochdale #Tameside #Salford #Trafford
December 4, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good 🎉

Have look at some tips on how to stay quit here: www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober2025 #greatermanchester
October 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Wednesday 29th October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 24, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Friday 24th October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 22, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Don't quit quitting! Just one more week until you're five times more likely to quit for good 🎉

Until then, have a look at some tips on how to stay strong and keep going!
www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober2025 #stoptober #quitsmoking #greatermanchester #smokingcessation
October 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Wednesday 22nd October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 20, 2025 at 3:18 PM
bhaforequality.bsky.social
*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Wednesday 17th October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 15, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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95% of ex-smokers see positive changes in their life as early as 2 weeks after quitting - so just imagine how good it would be after 4!

Halfway there 🙌 If you need our support, reach out to your local stop smoking service: www.nhs.uk/service-sear...

#stoptober2025 #stoptober #quitsmoking
October 14, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 10, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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In partnership with the Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Centre, we explored this year’s Black History Month theme, Standing Firm in Power and Pride, through the lens of Black LGBTQ+ history, HIV awareness, and community activism.

Thank you to everyone who joined us!
October 10, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

Our 2nd post is from BHA's Director of Policy, Engagement & Development, Donna Miller.

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History
October 8, 2025 at 12:27 PM
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You've officially been a non-smoker for a week now, congratulations! Remember, if you need our support, reach out to your local stop smoking service🙌

Find your local stop smoking service: www.nhs.uk/service-sear...

#stoptober2025 #stoptober #quitsmoking #greatermanchester #smokingcessation
October 7, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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October 3, 2025 at 9:27 AM
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Stoptober starts today! You are doing the best thing you can for your health by quitting - and you don't need to do it alone 💥

There are plenty of ways to get support, the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan here: www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober2025 #stoptober
October 1, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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Stoptober starts tomorrow! You've made your quit plan, downloaded the app, and got a whole smoke-free community on standby. You've got this ❤️

Make your quit plan here:
www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober #stoptober2025 #quitsmoking #smoking cessation
September 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Great to connect with councilors and MPs at the Labour Party conference, where BHA shared why health inequalities in vulnerable communities remain a priority
September 29, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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*BRAND NEW SERVICE - Click + Collect Condoms*

Order 40 Condoms + 10 Lubes for FREE!

Order using the link: thebha.org.uk/gmcondoms/
Collect the next working day (Monday - Friday / 10am - 4pm)
September 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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*WHAT'S ON this week*

📍 Monday 1st September - 1:30pm-4:30pm: Point of Care Testing - Limelight Centre, Trafford (Bookable Appointment)

📍 Tuesday 2nd September - 11am-2pm: Point of Care Testing - George House Trust (Bookable Appointment)...
August 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM