Healthwatch Manchester
@healthwatchmcr.bsky.social
Health & Social Care watchdog and signposting for the people of Manchester.
Tel: 0300 078 0669
Website: www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk
Tel: 0300 078 0669
Website: www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk
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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
No one needs to feel alone as they deal with their grief.
find out more: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/greater-manc...
#bereavement #manchestermenspeakup
November 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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
No one needs to feel alone as they deal with their grief.
find out more: manchestermenspeakup.org.uk/greater-manc...
#bereavement #manchestermenspeakup
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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
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
November 18, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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
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
www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk/news/2025-11...
#healthwatchmanchester #strikeaction #juniordoctors #nhs
November 14, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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
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
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
October 13, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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
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
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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
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
October 10, 2025 at 11:19 AM
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
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
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
World Cerebral Palsy day interview with Felix Phikiso
YouTube video by Healthwatch Manchester
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October 6, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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
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
October 2, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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
October 2, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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
Watch interview: youtu.be/8YgUz5UXihU
#WorldHeartDay #HealthyHeartsMCR #LoveYourHeart
World Heart Day - Interview with Senior Cardiac Nurse, Ruth Goss
YouTube video by Manchester Women Together
youtu.be
September 29, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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
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
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
September 23, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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
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 -
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 -
September 15, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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 -
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
Share your opinion in our survey: forms.office.com/e/2Wjp190MG8
#HealthcareFuture #HumanConnection #AIinMedicine
September 12, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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
Share your opinion in our survey: forms.office.com/e/2Wjp190MG8
#HealthcareFuture #HumanConnection #AIinMedicine
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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
Rona, our storyteller has shared her story with us. Her story will go live tomorrow- keep a look out!
#StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
September 11, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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
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
Here’s to a relaxing bank holiday with your prescriptions sorted!
#Manchester #PharmacyHours #BankHoliday #NHS
August 20, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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
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
You can now order repeat prescriptions quickly and easily using the NHS App.
Search ‘NHS App’ to find out more.
#GTKWTG #Pharmacy #NHSApp #GreaterManchester
August 13, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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
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...
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...
Petition: Review decision to abolish independent local Healthwatch
We are asking the government to:
• Revisit its decision to abolish local independent services that speak up for the public
• Consult with the public to codesign a service which meets their needs and s...
petition.parliament.uk
August 8, 2025 at 9:39 AM
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...
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
#healthwatch #youmatter #Manchester
August 7, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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
#healthwatch #youmatter #Manchester
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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
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
August 6, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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
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
#gpstrikes
July 24, 2025 at 10:58 AM
NHS England urges hospitals to maintain routine care during strikes, rescheduling only when essential. Attend appointments as planned unless contacted with changes.
#gpstrikes
#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
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
July 23, 2025 at 1:34 PM
#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
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!
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!
July 15, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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!
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!
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!
July 9, 2025 at 11:58 AM
#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!
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!
July 3, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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!
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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
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
June 30, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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
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
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"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
Read the full statement: buff.ly/eeXUWMA
June 30, 2025 at 9:51 AM
"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
Read the full statement: buff.ly/eeXUWMA