1. Big Conversation

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    The Big Conversation is a five year project to shape the future of health and care As part of this, they are having an ongoing cycle of engagement working with people ,communities find out what is important to people with regards to their health.

  2. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

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    We mark the difference the public has made in improving NHS and social care services.

  3. What are the functions of a Healthwatch?

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    We exist on a national and local level, working towards the same goal of enabling people to have a voice about their health and social care systems.

  4. Children's Mental Health

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    SilverCloud have developed two new programs for parents and careers of young people who suffer with mental health issues.

  5. Dementia and Alzheimer's - Facts

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    one in 14 people over the age of 65 have dementia.
    on in every 20 people under the age of 65 are diagnosed with Alzheimer's

  6. Be Well

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    Be Well is Wigan Council’s new holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Be Well brings leisure and wellbeing services together under one roof, helping to make an even bigger impact on the health and wellbeing of residents and customers.

  7. Covid-19 Places of reflection

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    Remember, Reflect , Recover
    Wigan Borough's Covid-19 Places of Reflection

  8. Launch of the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Strategy and Joint Forward Plan

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    In March 2023, the Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) Strategy was signed off by the Greater Manchester ICP Board.

  9. Looking after your mental health all year round

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    In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is challenging for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.

  10. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  11. How to access Mental Health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. if you are struggling, feeling alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support.

  12. What is flu and what is the flu vaccine?

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    As we enter flu season it's important you know what they symptoms of flu are and what the flu vaccine is.

  13. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  14. Looking after your health during the Cost of living crisis.

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    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing.

  15. What does Blue Monday mean for our mental health?

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    January’s third Monday, “Blue Monday”, is thought to be the most depressing day of the year. Spoiler: it isn’t. Let’s look after our mental health against commercial influences.