Hazelvalley Family Practice - Dr Mannan

06/02/2026

During our PLT on Tuesday, while our clinical team were undertaking clinical training, our reception, admin, nursing and management teams had the pleasure of welcoming Sarah Pilling from Neurodiverse Education Consultancy.

Sarah delivered a really insightful session focused on neuro-affirming practice, helping us reflect on how we can be more accepting, empathetic and inclusive for our patients.

We explored:
• Neuro-affirming language
• Autism as a spectrum and what this really means
• The negative impact of “functioning” labels
• Sensory processing differences and sensory overload
• Strategies, accommodations and reasonable adjustments
• Anxiety, masking, stimming and emotional regulation
• The importance of specialist interests
• Applying learning to real-world, practical scenarios

As a practice, we always strive to be as inclusive as possible, while recognising that we don’t always get everything right. What matters is our commitment to keep learning, listening and adapting to better meet the needs of our patients.

As Sarah perfectly said — “be curious.” 💙

05/02/2026

📣 Rossendale Social Prescribing Team – Open Day

Join the Rossendale Social Prescribing Team for an open day and find out more about the support available in your community.

📆Thursday 5 March
⏰ 1pm – 3pm
📍 Haslingden Community Link, Bury Road, Haslingden, BB4 5PG

Hear from the Children and Young People’s Social Prescriber, Adult Social Prescribers, the Befriending Team, and other local services. A great opportunity to learn more, ask questions and make connections.

Everyone welcome – drop in and say hello!

05/02/2026

Mind’s Time to Talk Day is a reminder that talking really can change lives. Whether you’re feeling lonely around Valentine’s Day, coping with grief or bereavement, or struggling with your mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported.

If you’re waiting for therapy, there are ways to look after yourself, manage difficult feelings and find support in the meantime. Small conversations, with friends, family or professionals, can be a powerful first step towards feeling less alone. 💙🗣️🌱✨

Read Mind’s advice on coping while on a waiting list for therapy: https://ow.ly/kHsc50Y85Fu

04/02/2026

World Cancer Day is a chance to raise awareness of cancer prevention, early diagnosis and the importance of national screening programmes for bowel, breast and cervical cancer. Screening can help find changes early, before symptoms appear, when treatment is more likely to be successful. 💙✨

Many people diagnosed with cancer now live longer and better lives thanks to improvements in detection, treatment and support. Understanding risk factors, making healthy lifestyle choices and attending screening when invited can all help reduce risk and improve survival. Support is also available for anyone affected by cancer, from diagnosis through recovery and beyond. 🎗️

View cancer survival statistics: https://ow.ly/Kiq750Y82uI
Learn about NHS screening and early diagnosis: https://ow.ly/kJnf50Y82v1
Read about causes and risk factors for cancer: https://ow.ly/b9NR50Y82v2

02/02/2026

Exciting opportunity to join our team!

We are currently looking for an apprentice to join our Care Navigator team. The successful candidate will work towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification, while receiving on-the-job training and support from our experienced team.

This is a 30-hour per week post, covering our opening hours of 08:00–18:30, Monday to Friday, on a rota basis.

For more information or to apply, please contact North Lancs Training Group directly using the link below.

To apply for this vacancy you must create an account. Once you have done that you can then apply for this role. After you have sent your application NLTG will contact the employer on your behalf and then we will contact you to either arrange an interview or discuss other vacancies available.

02/02/2026

Dear Patients,

All Practices in East Lancashire will be closed on Tuesday 3rd February 2026 from 1pm-6.30pm for Protected Learning Time.

This enables Practices to provide dedicated training to their staff and to discuss and plan ways that will allow them to improve services, meet demand and support the wellbeing of their staff.
For all life threatening medical emergencies please call 999 as you normally would.

If you feel your request is urgent and cannot wait until the following day arrangements have been made for clinical cover which can be accessed by calling 111 where a trained member of staff will triage your request.

Our reception will re-open at 3.30pm for any collections or queries but clinical cover will be in place via 111 until closing. The practice will reopen as normal at 8am on Wednesday 4th February 2026.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

02/02/2026

Sexual Violence Awareness Week is a time to highlight support for anyone affected by sexual assault or sexual violence, including women and men. 💜

Help is available if you have experienced abuse, are worried about someone else, or need advice on staying safe. Confidential support, medical care, forensic services and sexual health checks (including STI testing) can be accessed through specialist services.

You may also see emergency alert test notifications on your phone during national testing. Opting out can help some people keep phones hidden and safe, as these alerts override silent and do not disturb settings.

You are not alone, and support is there when you are ready. 🕊️🩺✨

🔗 Get personal safety & domestic abuse advice: https://ow.ly/VeMz50Y5XKv

🔗 Read about sexual violence against men: https://ow.ly/IVI050Y5XJP

🔗 NHS help after r**e and sexual assault (including SARC services): https://ow.ly/1hWr50Y5XJG

🔗 How to opt out of emergency phone alerts: https://ow.ly/KKa950Y5XJS

30/01/2026

Looking for Free Family Activities this Half Term? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

We have some brilliant sessions coming up to keep the kids active and healthy!

✨ Better Habits Programme ✨

What: A free 4-week course with fun activities and simple meal-planning tips.

Who: Families with children aged 5–11.

When: Tuesdays, 24th Feb – 17th March (3:45 pm – 4:45 pm).

Where: Crawshawbooth Community Centre.

Bonus: Get a certificate and complimentary gifts upon completion!

Places are limited, so booking is essential!

For more info or to book your spot, email Rossendalefamilyhub@lancashire.gov.uk.

30/01/2026

Turning on NHS App notifications is a simple way to help the NHS save money while staying informed about your healthcare. 💙

Notifications can remind you about appointments, test results, prescriptions and important updates, helping reduce missed appointments and unnecessary letters or texts.

Using the NHS App makes it easier to manage your health in one place, saves time for NHS services and helps resources be used where they are needed most. Making this small change can have a big impact for you and the NHS. 📱

Learn how to manage NHS App notifications: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-app-help-and-support/nhs-app-account-and-settings/managing-nhs-app-notifications/

28/01/2026

NHS 111 is there to help when you need urgent medical advice but it’s not an emergency. You can use NHS 111 if you’re unsure what to do, where to go, or if you need help outside of GP opening hours. 🩺💙

Find out when to use NHS 111: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/urgent-and-emergency-care-services/when-to-use-111/

Trained advisors and healthcare professionals can assess your symptoms, give advice, book appointments, or direct you to the right service quickly and safely. You can access NHS 111 online or by phone, and it’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 📞✨

Use NHS 111 online: https://111.nhs.uk
Contact NHS 111 by phone: Call 111

26/01/2026

Regular exercise plays a vital role in maintaining both physical and mental health, and it does not have to mean spending hours in the gym. Being active can help reduce the risk of long-term conditions, improve mood and boost energy levels, while also supporting independence as we age.

Examples of regular exercise include:
🚴‍♂️ Brisk walking or cycling to improve heart health
💪 Strength exercises like carrying shopping or resistance training to build muscle
🧘‍♀️Balance and flexibility activities such as yoga or stretching to reduce falls and stiffness
💙 Low-impact activities like swimming or chair-based exercises, especially later in life

Staying active in ways you enjoy makes it easier to keep exercise as part of everyday life.

Learn about the health benefits of exercise: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/exercise-health-benefits/

Explore exercise ideas for weight loss without the gym: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/the-best-exercises-for-weight-loss-if-you-hate-the-gym

Read advice on exercising safely in later life: https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-to-exercise-safely-in-later-life