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Stepping Up – a free walking programme for women in Manchester!
Build confidence outdoors, learn navigation & safety skills, and become a Community Walk Champion.
🗓 Jan–Feb 2026
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#SteppingUp #WomenOutdoors #Manchester #WalkingForWellbeing
Build confidence outdoors, learn navigation & safety skills, and become a Community Walk Champion.
🗓 Jan–Feb 2026
🔗 bit.ly/SteppingUp-M...
#SteppingUp #WomenOutdoors #Manchester #WalkingForWellbeing
Stepping Up - Manchester 2026 - Registration Form
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November 10, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Stepping Up – a free walking programme for women in Manchester!
Build confidence outdoors, learn navigation & safety skills, and become a Community Walk Champion.
🗓 Jan–Feb 2026
🔗 bit.ly/SteppingUp-M...
#SteppingUp #WomenOutdoors #Manchester #WalkingForWellbeing
Build confidence outdoors, learn navigation & safety skills, and become a Community Walk Champion.
🗓 Jan–Feb 2026
🔗 bit.ly/SteppingUp-M...
#SteppingUp #WomenOutdoors #Manchester #WalkingForWellbeing
This World Stroke Day, learn how to spot the signs of stroke and find support in Greater Manchester with tips from Fiona Davison of the Stroke Association.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness #StrokeAssociation #HealthwatchManchester
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness #StrokeAssociation #HealthwatchManchester
October 29, 2025 at 10:04 AM
This World Stroke Day, learn how to spot the signs of stroke and find support in Greater Manchester with tips from Fiona Davison of the Stroke Association.
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness #StrokeAssociation #HealthwatchManchester
#WorldStrokeDay #StrokeAwareness #StrokeAssociation #HealthwatchManchester
The Universities of Manchester, Exeter, Birmingham & Cambridge are studying how group therapy supports maternal mental health during pregnancy.
Pregnant women and their partners/supporters (18+) are invited to take part.
Learn more 👉 acornii.co.uk
#MaternalHealth #Pregnancy #Research
Pregnant women and their partners/supporters (18+) are invited to take part.
Learn more 👉 acornii.co.uk
#MaternalHealth #Pregnancy #Research
October 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The Universities of Manchester, Exeter, Birmingham & Cambridge are studying how group therapy supports maternal mental health during pregnancy.
Pregnant women and their partners/supporters (18+) are invited to take part.
Learn more 👉 acornii.co.uk
#MaternalHealth #Pregnancy #Research
Pregnant women and their partners/supporters (18+) are invited to take part.
Learn more 👉 acornii.co.uk
#MaternalHealth #Pregnancy #Research
NHS health checks for women 40–74 will now include menopause advice! Millions of women can get support, spot symptoms, and feel confident seeking help.
Learn more 👉 manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/menopause-healthcheck
#WomensHealth #MenopauseSupport #NHS
Learn more 👉 manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/menopause-healthcheck
#WomensHealth #MenopauseSupport #NHS
October 27, 2025 at 2:22 PM
NHS health checks for women 40–74 will now include menopause advice! Millions of women can get support, spot symptoms, and feel confident seeking help.
Learn more 👉 manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/menopause-healthcheck
#WomensHealth #MenopauseSupport #NHS
Learn more 👉 manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/menopause-healthcheck
#WomensHealth #MenopauseSupport #NHS
Get involved in important research with The Christie!
The Christie Patient Centred Research team is looking for members of the public aged 16+ to take part in a focus group — no prior lung cancer diagnosis required.
The Christie Patient Centred Research team is looking for members of the public aged 16+ to take part in a focus group — no prior lung cancer diagnosis required.
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October 24, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Get involved in important research with The Christie!
The Christie Patient Centred Research team is looking for members of the public aged 16+ to take part in a focus group — no prior lung cancer diagnosis required.
The Christie Patient Centred Research team is looking for members of the public aged 16+ to take part in a focus group — no prior lung cancer diagnosis required.
Wondering when to wean your baby, or how to find the right childcare support? The new Best Start in Life website brings together all the advice you might need on your journey as a parent.
Learn more at beststartinlife.gov.uk
#BestStartInLife #parentsupport
Learn more at beststartinlife.gov.uk
#BestStartInLife #parentsupport
October 22, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Wondering when to wean your baby, or how to find the right childcare support? The new Best Start in Life website brings together all the advice you might need on your journey as a parent.
Learn more at beststartinlife.gov.uk
#BestStartInLife #parentsupport
Learn more at beststartinlife.gov.uk
#BestStartInLife #parentsupport
Did you know menopause can start as early as 17?
We learned that and much more in our chat with Diane Danzebrink, founder of Menopause Support.
Tomorrow is World Menopause Awareness Day, let’s start honest conversations and make support easier to find.
We learned that and much more in our chat with Diane Danzebrink, founder of Menopause Support.
Tomorrow is World Menopause Awareness Day, let’s start honest conversations and make support easier to find.
Let’s Talk About Menopause – With Diane Danzebrink from Menopause Support
YouTube video by Manchester Women Together
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October 17, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Did you know menopause can start as early as 17?
We learned that and much more in our chat with Diane Danzebrink, founder of Menopause Support.
Tomorrow is World Menopause Awareness Day, let’s start honest conversations and make support easier to find.
We learned that and much more in our chat with Diane Danzebrink, founder of Menopause Support.
Tomorrow is World Menopause Awareness Day, let’s start honest conversations and make support easier to find.
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
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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
Check. Notice. Act.
Early detection saves lives. Women in England diagnosed with #breastcancer at the earliest stage are very likely to survive 5+ years after diagnosis.
Do your self-check: look, feel, notice changes.
If something feels different, speak to your GP.
#CheckYourBreasts
Early detection saves lives. Women in England diagnosed with #breastcancer at the earliest stage are very likely to survive 5+ years after diagnosis.
Do your self-check: look, feel, notice changes.
If something feels different, speak to your GP.
#CheckYourBreasts
October 1, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Check. Notice. Act.
Early detection saves lives. Women in England diagnosed with #breastcancer at the earliest stage are very likely to survive 5+ years after diagnosis.
Do your self-check: look, feel, notice changes.
If something feels different, speak to your GP.
#CheckYourBreasts
Early detection saves lives. Women in England diagnosed with #breastcancer at the earliest stage are very likely to survive 5+ years after diagnosis.
Do your self-check: look, feel, notice changes.
If something feels different, speak to your GP.
#CheckYourBreasts
Oxford Uni is running a study on the experiences of families with LGBTQIA+ young people (under 18).
Based in the UK? Over 18?
Take part here: psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Based in the UK? Over 18?
Take part here: psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
October 1, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Oxford Uni is running a study on the experiences of families with LGBTQIA+ young people (under 18).
Based in the UK? Over 18?
Take part here: psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Based in the UK? Over 18?
Take part here: psychiatryoxford.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Today is #WorldHeartDay. Pregnancy complications like preeclampsia can affect women’s future heart health.
The POPPY Manchester study is offering free heart checks, advice & support for women planning a pregnancy.
Watch: youtu.be/Xr0DIETOoNY
#WomensHealth #HeartHealth #Manchester
The POPPY Manchester study is offering free heart checks, advice & support for women planning a pregnancy.
Watch: youtu.be/Xr0DIETOoNY
#WomensHealth #HeartHealth #Manchester
POPPY Study: Helping Women Prepare for a Healthier Tomorrow
YouTube video by Manchester Women Together
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September 29, 2025 at 10:36 AM
Today is #WorldHeartDay. Pregnancy complications like preeclampsia can affect women’s future heart health.
The POPPY Manchester study is offering free heart checks, advice & support for women planning a pregnancy.
Watch: youtu.be/Xr0DIETOoNY
#WomensHealth #HeartHealth #Manchester
The POPPY Manchester study is offering free heart checks, advice & support for women planning a pregnancy.
Watch: youtu.be/Xr0DIETOoNY
#WomensHealth #HeartHealth #Manchester
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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
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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
On this World Pharmacist Day, we extend our thanks to all pharmacists for their expertise, commitment, and care.
#WorldPharmacistDay #PharmacyFirst #ThankYouPharmacists
#WorldPharmacistDay #PharmacyFirst #ThankYouPharmacists
September 25, 2025 at 10:42 AM
On this World Pharmacist Day, we extend our thanks to all pharmacists for their expertise, commitment, and care.
#WorldPharmacistDay #PharmacyFirst #ThankYouPharmacists
#WorldPharmacistDay #PharmacyFirst #ThankYouPharmacists
TCV Manchester is launching Women in the Wild, a free project for unemployed women (16+) who want to focus on wellbeing, build confidence, and gain experience in the environmental sector.
Interested? Email: rebecca.collingwood@tcv.org.uk
Interested? Email: rebecca.collingwood@tcv.org.uk
September 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
TCV Manchester is launching Women in the Wild, a free project for unemployed women (16+) who want to focus on wellbeing, build confidence, and gain experience in the environmental sector.
Interested? Email: rebecca.collingwood@tcv.org.uk
Interested? Email: rebecca.collingwood@tcv.org.uk
Join Europia for Unity Is in Community — an art exhibition celebrating resilience, unity & the power of community.
Longsight Art Space, Manchester
🗓 10–17 Oct | 🎉 Launch: Fri 10 Oct, 6–8PM
Inspiring speakers | Live performances |
#ManchesterArt #CommunityExhibition #UnityInCommunity
Longsight Art Space, Manchester
🗓 10–17 Oct | 🎉 Launch: Fri 10 Oct, 6–8PM
Inspiring speakers | Live performances |
#ManchesterArt #CommunityExhibition #UnityInCommunity
September 17, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Join Europia for Unity Is in Community — an art exhibition celebrating resilience, unity & the power of community.
Longsight Art Space, Manchester
🗓 10–17 Oct | 🎉 Launch: Fri 10 Oct, 6–8PM
Inspiring speakers | Live performances |
#ManchesterArt #CommunityExhibition #UnityInCommunity
Longsight Art Space, Manchester
🗓 10–17 Oct | 🎉 Launch: Fri 10 Oct, 6–8PM
Inspiring speakers | Live performances |
#ManchesterArt #CommunityExhibition #UnityInCommunity
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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
Would you face your greatest fear head-on? Rona did — and her story is one we all need to hear.
Watch Rona’s story here: manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/rona-story
#StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
Watch Rona’s story here: manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/rona-story
#StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
September 12, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Would you face your greatest fear head-on? Rona did — and her story is one we all need to hear.
Watch Rona’s story here: manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/rona-story
#StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
Watch Rona’s story here: manchesterwomentogether.org.uk/rona-story
#StandUpToCancer #Cancerstory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
Tomorrow is Stand Up To Cancer Day.
Rona, our storyteller, has bravely shared her journey with us. Her story will go live tomorrow—stay tuned!
#StandUpToCancer #CancerStory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
Rona, our storyteller, has bravely shared her journey with us. Her story will go live tomorrow—stay tuned!
#StandUpToCancer #CancerStory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
September 11, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Tomorrow is Stand Up To Cancer Day.
Rona, our storyteller, has bravely shared her journey with us. Her story will go live tomorrow—stay tuned!
#StandUpToCancer #CancerStory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
Rona, our storyteller, has bravely shared her journey with us. Her story will go live tomorrow—stay tuned!
#StandUpToCancer #CancerStory #HealthwatchManchester #ManchesterMenSpeakUp #ManchesterWomenTogether
We check our mirrors every day — but do we check our bodies?
Unusual bleeding, bloating, or persistent pain could be signs of gynaecological cancer.
Don’t ignore the changes.
#GynaecologicalCancerAwareness
Unusual bleeding, bloating, or persistent pain could be signs of gynaecological cancer.
Don’t ignore the changes.
#GynaecologicalCancerAwareness
September 3, 2025 at 11:28 AM
We check our mirrors every day — but do we check our bodies?
Unusual bleeding, bloating, or persistent pain could be signs of gynaecological cancer.
Don’t ignore the changes.
#GynaecologicalCancerAwareness
Unusual bleeding, bloating, or persistent pain could be signs of gynaecological cancer.
Don’t ignore the changes.
#GynaecologicalCancerAwareness
A Lancaster University study is exploring the experiences of second-generation #WestAfricanwomen in the UK during pregnancy and childbirth.
If you were born in the UK, have West African parents, and are currently pregnant and using UK maternity services, you may be eligible to take part.
If you were born in the UK, have West African parents, and are currently pregnant and using UK maternity services, you may be eligible to take part.
September 1, 2025 at 10:43 AM
A Lancaster University study is exploring the experiences of second-generation #WestAfricanwomen in the UK during pregnancy and childbirth.
If you were born in the UK, have West African parents, and are currently pregnant and using UK maternity services, you may be eligible to take part.
If you were born in the UK, have West African parents, and are currently pregnant and using UK maternity services, you may be eligible to take part.
The build up to #ExamResultsDay can feel stressful – for the whole family!
Just remember you’re not alone. The NHS in GM has a range of wellbeing resources and support – Go to the GM Integrated Care Partnership website and search ‘summer holiday mental health’
#GTKWTG #ExamResultsSupport
Just remember you’re not alone. The NHS in GM has a range of wellbeing resources and support – Go to the GM Integrated Care Partnership website and search ‘summer holiday mental health’
#GTKWTG #ExamResultsSupport
August 12, 2025 at 10:19 AM
The build up to #ExamResultsDay can feel stressful – for the whole family!
Just remember you’re not alone. The NHS in GM has a range of wellbeing resources and support – Go to the GM Integrated Care Partnership website and search ‘summer holiday mental health’
#GTKWTG #ExamResultsSupport
Just remember you’re not alone. The NHS in GM has a range of wellbeing resources and support – Go to the GM Integrated Care Partnership website and search ‘summer holiday mental health’
#GTKWTG #ExamResultsSupport
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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
Home Instead is offering free sessions for family carers, community groups & volunteers — helping build a more dementia-aware community together.
Enquiries and booking:
Email: laura.roberts@outlook.com
Tel: 0161 480 0646
#DementiaAwareness #Manchester #FreeWorkshops #HomeInstead
Enquiries and booking:
Email: laura.roberts@outlook.com
Tel: 0161 480 0646
#DementiaAwareness #Manchester #FreeWorkshops #HomeInstead
August 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Home Instead is offering free sessions for family carers, community groups & volunteers — helping build a more dementia-aware community together.
Enquiries and booking:
Email: laura.roberts@outlook.com
Tel: 0161 480 0646
#DementiaAwareness #Manchester #FreeWorkshops #HomeInstead
Enquiries and booking:
Email: laura.roberts@outlook.com
Tel: 0161 480 0646
#DementiaAwareness #Manchester #FreeWorkshops #HomeInstead
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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