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10/05/2026

As we mark Mental Health Awareness Week (11-17 May), this story highlights how social prescribing can support peoples' mental health and wellbeing. Featuring Demi, one of our social prescribers, it describes how she is making a tangible difference to the lives of patients...

'I felt isolated, unmotivated and increasingly unhappy'

21/04/2026

The NHS has launched a new online self-assessment tool for women who experience a bleed or spotting they’ve been through the menopause and who are not on HRT.

It’s for women in 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐲, 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝, 𝐎𝐥𝐝𝐡𝐚𝐦, 𝐇𝐞𝐲𝐰𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐞.

Any bleeding from your va**na after the menopause (when your periods have been stopped for 12 months or more) should be checked out to rule out possible womb cancer.

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐆𝐏. Simply answer a few questions on the online self-assessment tool to request a hospital check. bit.ly/NHSPMBTool

06/01/2026

‼️TUESDAY MEMORY CLUB - CANCELLED‼️
Due to ice and more snow forecast, the Tuesday Memory Club is cancelled today to keep everyone safe.

Our next group will be on Tuesday 3rd February.

21/11/2025

Shejmin Akhtar, a researcher at University of Liverpool, is inviting South Asian women to take part in a study exploring experiences of autism in adulthood. She hopes to amplify voices that are often missing from existing research.

Women aged 18+ who were born in the UK (or moved here before age five), identify as South Asian, and are fluent in English can take part. The study involves a remote interview lasting about 1 hour 15 minutes, with reimbursement provided. You can skip any questions or stop at any point if you feel uncomfortable.

If you’re interested or would like more details, please contact Shejmin Akhtar, shejmin.akhtar@liverpool.ac.uk

01/09/2025

🚨 Emergency Alert Test – Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm 🚨

The UK Government will be testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7th September at around 3pm.

📱 During the test, your phone will:

Make a loud siren sound for about 10 seconds – even if it’s on silent or vibrate.

Show a message on the screen making it clear this is only a test.

The Emergency Alerts system is designed to warn people about dangers to life, such as extreme weather.

⚠️ Important: If you have a second or hidden phone, please be aware the alert will sound on that device too. You may wish to turn off alerts in advance. Instructions can be found here:
🔗 gov.uk/alerts/opting-out

ℹ️ More information (including easy read guides and translations) can be found here:
🔗 Emergency Alerts Test – 7 September Accessible Materials

Please share this information with family and friends so that everyone is aware.

09/08/2025

Activate's Superhero challenge has landed. 🦸

This week, Yellow is doing Climbers alongside Joe Wicks in the animated Activate series - short exercise videos designed to keep kids moving.

Be sure to head to The Body Coach's YouTube channel for the next episode.

08/08/2025

Come for a walk and talk with our friendly social prescribing team next week: it could boost your health and happiness...

04/08/2025

Our social prescribers have planned a whole host of activities to enjoy this week. From drop-ins for a cuppa and a chat, to local walks, advice sessions and a holiday inspired dementia-friendly event. If you're lonely, depressed, bereaved or struggling with debt or mental health, please get in touch. Don't struggle in silence. You can self-refer via the QR code. Or give us a call.

04/08/2025

A mother, determined to find a safe social space for her son who has complex health issues and learning disabilities, has created a lifeline in Bury

02/08/2025

Leap into action for this week's Treetops challenge. 🌴

Join Red for Starjumps, Climbers and Squats! Let’s power up with high-energy fun from Joe Wicks’ Activate series - 5 minutes of active fun.

Catch the next episode on The Body Coach YouTube Channel.

01/08/2025

🤱🌍 World Breastfeeding Week – 1st to 7th August

This week we’re celebrating the strength, care, and commitment behind every breastfeeding journey.

Breastfeeding can be a beautiful experience — but it’s not always easy. Support, information, and encouragement make all the difference.

If you need breastfeeding support:

💬 Speak to your Midwife or Health Visitor
🌐 Visit www.nhs.uk/start4life
📞 Call the National Breastfeeding Helpline on 0300 100 0212
👶 Or attend a Breastfeeding Drop-In Group:

🗓 Thursdays
📍 Coronation Road Children’s Centre, Radcliffe
🕙 10:00 – 12:00
(Please note: Not running on 25/12/25 or 01/01/26)

Let’s support all parents, reduce stigma, and celebrate every drop. 💚