News and reports

This World Mental Health Day, we're looking at people's recent experiences of mental health services. With GPs often acting as the front door for mental health support, we've analysed our evidence about GP referrals for mental health

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including where to go and why it's important.

With the NHS under immense pressure, we look at the impact that waiting for a diagnosis, test, or treatment can have on individuals and some of the potential solutions that might help.

The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

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

Find out what a ‘fit note’ is, when you might need one and how to go about getting one.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.