Tameside Hospital, part of Tameside & Glossop IC FT

16/10/2025

Yesterday we marked the end of with our annual ceremony, to honour babies who have sadly died during pregnancy or after birth.💙

Thanks to all who joined the ceremony, including our Early Pregnancy and Maternity teams, Tameside Voices choir, Finding Rainbows charity, and especially the parents and families who came along to remember their babies.

Read more about the event on our website: https://www.tamesideandglossopicft.nhs.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/tameside-maternity-unit-lights-baby-loss-awareness-week

10/10/2025

"Trust your instincts and contact us as soon as possible. It could just save your baby’s life.”

This , our midwives are urging pregnant women to contact the triage helpline ASAP if they notice that their baby is moving less than usual or has stopped moving altogether.

This is because reduced movements are strongly linked to stillbirth. Acting quickly could help save a life.💙

Find more information on our website: https://www.tamesideandglossopicft.nhs.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/dont-wait-get-help-if-your-babys-movements-slow-down-midwives-urge

10/10/2025

Today is .

If you need urgent mental health support today or any other day, you can phone NHS 111 and select mental health option 2, available 24/7.

You can also call SAFE Tameside if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis. This community-based service offers immediate support and de-escalation in a safe environment, a listening ear, crisis management, practical support and a quick referral to a mental health assessment if required.

Please visit the NHS Greater Manchester website for more information: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/find-a-service/type/community-crisis/

10/10/2025

09/10/2025

55% of women who had a stillbirth noticed their baby’s movements had slowed down or stopped.

Contact our maternity triage helpline as soon as possible if you notice a difference to your baby's movements.
👉 https://www.tamesideandglossopicft.nhs.uk/services/maternity

08/10/2025

07/10/2025

EDIT: The industrial action due to take place between Friday 10 and Monday 13 October has been called off.

Most bus services in Greater Manchester will run as normal this weekend, as unions have called off strikes that were due to take place on Friday 10 October, Saturday 11 October and Monday 13 October.

While most buses will run as normal, there may still be disruption to some services.

Please check on the Transport for Greater Manchester website before you travel and leave plenty of time for your journey.
https://tfgm.com/bus-industrial-action

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Two Bee Network bus operators - Stagecoach and Metroline – have announced strikes on Friday 10, Saturday 11 and Monday 13 October, followed by Saturday 18, Thursday 23 and Friday 24 October.

Bus services in Tameside are not expected to run. Please check before travelling in case your bus is affected. You should also leave plenty of time for your journey and plan an alternative route if your bus is not expected to run.

Full details of the disruption can be found on the Transport for Greater Manchester website:
https://tfgm.com/bus-industrial-action

03/10/2025

Reminder that today is the final day to enter our Dementia Photography Competition in partnership with the Tameside Reporter!

We’re asking for original photographs of nine much-loved local landmarks to display on our wards and help bring comfort to our patients with dementia.

📅Deadline for submissions: 5pm, Friday 3 October 2025
📍You can enter as many images as you like (photos must be your own work)
👉 Find out more and submit your photos on our website:

https://www.tamesideandglossopicft.nhs.uk/news-and-events/events/dementia-photography-project

03/10/2025

Hearing news of a person’s death, even if you didn't know them personally can cause a feeling of loss or grief.

The Greater Manchester Bereavement Service can support those of any age in Greater Manchester that have been bereaved and affected by a death. You don’t have to deal with your grief alone.

They are open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (excluding bank holidays). Call 0161 983 0902 or search Greater Manchester Bereavement Service.

02/10/2025

*INCIDENT UPDATE*

We are aware of the incident currently unfolding in Crumpsall and are actively supporting the multi-agency response led by Greater Manchester Police and other emergency services.

Our priority is to ensure the safety and care of patients and staff across the region, and we are working closely with partners to manage any impact on local hospitals and emergency departments.

We urge the public to only attend Accident & Emergency (A&E) departments if your condition is urgent or life-threatening. This will help us prioritise care for those most in need and ensure emergency teams can respond effectively to this incident. If you have an appointment please attend as planned unless you are contacted.

If you are unsure about which service to use, please contact NHS 111 online or by phone for guidance.

NHS 111 accessibility:
If you need help in British Sign Language (BSL) an NHS 111 SignVideo service is available.
If you have a hearing problem, use text relay. Call 18001 111 using the Relay UK App or a text phone.

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust Greater Manchester Combined Authority Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Greater Manchester Police

01/10/2025

Wishing a blessed to our Jewish community across Tameside and Glossop. ✡️

01/10/2025

Our maternity triage helpline will be unavailable tomorrow (2 October) between 6am and 8am.

If you have any concerns during these hours, please visit the maternity unit in person instead of phoning.