IRU - Monday 3rd April 2023
Welcome to this week's Information Round-up
We hope you are keeping well, we have just entered April and today we hosted a briefing session with Mike Cullan around Finance.
We have turned 10 years old and to celebrate you are invited to our offices 'Land O'cakes' on Wednesday to rewind time and see what we have been up to for the past 10 years. More information down below.
As it is the start of the month, there are many different bulletins/newsletters in this round-up.
You may have missed these recent articles that we have published since the start of the year.
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Save the date
Dementia Awareness Day
Thursday 18th May 2023
10am-4pm
Join us at our collaborative event to find out more about Dementia
and what support is available throughout the borough.
The event will include stalls and presentations.
We would like to invite
- Anyone living with dementia and their carers
- Members of the public who are keen to learn more about dementia
- Health and Social Care professionals who may want to increase their awareness of dementia
Stockport Venue to be confirmed
We turn 10!
Come and join us for a day of celebration at the Land O' Cakes and once we can say 'there shall be cake!'
On Wednesday 5th April, drop in between 10:30am and 1:00pm.
Healthwatch Stockport along with the other 152 Local Healthwatch across England will be turning 10 years old.
We want you to come celebrate with us! We will showcase the work we have done over the years in Stockport and what else is to come.
You will find our many reports/ newsletters to hand and maybe even some past staff members?
The event will take place at our famous Land O' Cakes building.
If you are thinking of attending, please let us know so that we can make sure we get enough cake
Pharmacy closing in Lloyds Pharmacy in Sainsbury, Hazel Grove
Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd, t/a LloydsPharmacy in the Stockport Health and Wellbeing area will cease to provide pharmaceutical services 22nd April 2023 and will be removed from the pharmaceutical list on this date. Details of the pharmacy are as follows:
FKR36
Lloyds Pharmacy, Sainsbury Stores, London Road, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK7 4AW
People with lung problems urged to keep active and breathe better
Keep Active, breathe better
Thousands of people in Greater Manchester who suffer from breathlessness are being urged to find out about a short exercise course which could improve their physical and mental health.
Called ‘pulmonary rehabilitation’, the free, six-week course has been shown to improve the physical and mental health of people with
conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A new campaign called ‘Keep active, breathe better’ has been launched to encourage people to take part in the sessions.
Many who have completed the course report an increase in energy and fitness levels.
Arthur, a former ballroom dancer who was devastated when his health condition meant he had to give this up, found a new love of yoga after completing the programme.
He said: “It has been amazing for both my physical and mental health.”
Former gym-bunny June saw her confidence knocked and anxiety increased when she was hit by breathlessness.
She said after the sessions: “I now have the confidence boost I desperately needed and I can see that this positively impacts my work and personal life.”
And Jean was able to walk down the red carpet in Hollywood to see her daughter win an Oscar after taking part in the programme.
“It has given me a new lease of life,” she said.
People who are interested in joining the programme should speak to their GP to find out more. You can also read lots of information on the
Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme focuses on ethnic minority communities
The Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (DPP) is aiming to address health inequalities among ethnic minority communities by raising awareness of the DPP. The national campaign is encouraging people to discover their own personal risk level of developing type 2 diabetes via the Know Your Risk tool, hosted on the Diabetes UK.
People who are at moderate or high risk can then arrange to contact their GP practice who may refer them on to the DPP, which has had over 1.2m referrals since it began in 2016.
First 2023/24 Cost of Living Payment dates
Cost of Living Payment dates announced
Millions of UK households will receive £301 directly from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) between 25 April and 17 May.
Get prepared ahead of the Easter bank holiday
With lots going on in the run up to Easter it’s easy to forget the smaller things like making sure you are well stocked up in your medicine cabinet or getting your repeat prescription in to the pharmacy in good time. However, your local NHS is urging us all to not leave it too late ahead of the upcoming bank holiday and days following where industrial action will again see significant pressure on our NHS services.
Every bank holiday the NHS 111 phone service sees huge increases in people contacting it about repeat prescriptions. Over the Jubilee Bank Holiday last year the service saw calls rising from 801 calls in the three days before, to 4,287 in the three days after - A stark reminder that we all need to play our part and get prepared.
By re-stocking medicine cabinets, knowing when your GP practice is open and planning ahead for repeat prescriptions, people can ensure they make the most of Easter and are well-prepared for the busy period anticipated the following week.
People are also reminded that:
The local pharmacy can offer advice and treatment for lots of minor illnesses and ailments - without the need for an appointment. Many will still be open over the bank holiday, but some will operate with reduced hours.
Dental support can be accessed via the Greater Manchester dental helpline (0333 332 3800), which is available from 8am to 10pm every day, including weekends and bank holidays for those who need help urgently when their practice is closed, or do not have a regular dentist.
Greater Manchester’s Urgent Eye Care Service can provide assessments and treatment quickly if a sudden change in vision, red or painful eyes or new flashes or floaters are seen. This is a free NHS service, made up of local optician teams. Available to anyone registered with a Greater Manchester GP. To find out more, visit www.primaryeyecare.co.uk
Free, 24/7 mental health crisis support is available across Greater Manchester.
For Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford and Wigan residents, call 0800 953 0285.
For Bury, Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale, Oldham, Stockport, Tameside and Glossop the number is 0800 014 9995.
Lastly, the first port of call for non-emergency health needs should be NHS 111 Online or call 111.
Introduction to the Working Well Work & Health Day
Message from Nick Hill (Stockport Council)
Please see details of the Introduction to the Working Well Work & Health Programme that Ingeus are hosting in Stockport on 11th April. Please raise awareness with anyone eligible, as this is a great support to help customers back into sustained work
Free study afternoon from GM Cancer Alliance
Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance has funded a free study afternoon focused on cancer updates for GPs and other primary care professionals. It includes lunch and a Q&A with your local cancer specialists.
The Cancer Forum - Tuesday, 18 April, 12.30pm to 4.30pm, at DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester, Piccadilly
Confirmed topics:
- Using FIT in the lower GI pathway
- Lung cancer in non-smokers – the eighth most common cause of cancer
- Paediatrics
- Prostate cancer, PSA and case finding
- Improving early detection of cancer in the homeless population.
Online and in-person places available. Register here.
Events at Pure College
Message from Amanda Noon (Pure Innovations)
I have attached two flyers regarding events at Pure College in April, should you wish to attend or circulate within your networks.
The breakfast event is just for professionals and attendees need to confirm if they are coming to Laura Doyle on either:
laura.doyle@pureinnovations.co.uk or 07752 701534.
The two open days are aimed at young people and their families/carers to find out about our new specialist college in Stockport.
NHS Careers Insight Day 29.4.23
Message from Annela Hussain (Stockport NHS Foundation Trust)
In collaboration with Pennine Care Trust, Health Education England, North West Ambulance Service and The Princes Trust, Stockport NHS Foundation Trust are holding a NHS Careers Insight Day on Saturday 29th April 2023, 1.00pm – 4.00pm, for the public to come and learn more about the range of careers in the NHS including clinical and non-clinical roles and current vacancies. Attached is the promotional flyer, please feel free to circulate and share this with other partner organisations and service users.
Stockport Libraries host Mental Health & Wellbeing Networking Session
Message from Sara Brylyn (Stockport Council)
Do you work in an area of mental health or wellbeing provision? Would you like to discover and meet others doing similar work?
Join us at this free drop-in event for mental health and wellbeing workers to meet, discuss, share ideas and build partnerships. And bring some posters and leaflets to share, too, if you want.
Mon 17th April 10:30 – 12:30 Upstairs at Central Library
It’s an open invitation, so no need to book, but any questions can come to Healthandwellbeing.libraries@stockport.
[Job opportunity] Healthwatch Manchester
Volunteer Co-ordinator
We are looking for a suitable, enthusiastic candidate who is:
- Capable of leading the development of the Healthwatch Manchester volunteer teams.
- Is able to successfully recruit, train and manage the Healthwatch Manchester volunteers
- Able to competently contribute to a wide range of organisational activities.
- Part Time 21 hrs per week
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 21st April 2023
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 24th April 2023
Salary: £22,183 pro rata to £13,309pa
For further information about the role and how to apply, please click here
[Opportunity] Royal College of Obsetricians & Gynaecologists
Message from Sophie Hurst (Royal College of Obsetricians & Gynaecologists)
Vice Chair and Network Member
The RCOG are currently recruiting for Vice Chair and Network Member roles to sit on the RCOG Women’s Network. As a Vice Chair or Member of the Network you will work collaboratively with other Network Members, doctors and RCOG staff to inform the College’s activities from the public perspective. Membership does require significant time and commitment, however brings rewarding benefits and the chance to influence care and services in the areas of fertility, pregnancy and birth, menopause and gynaecological conditions.
Deadline for application: Midnight 23rd April
You can find full information about the role and details of how to apply by clicking here.
Renal Research Survey
Message from National Kidney Federation
We’re supporting a research project that aims to understand patient and healthcare professional experience and needs around dialysis. The findings will be used to inform communications and programmes for a provider of in-centre and home dialysis, and help improve the experiences of those in the kidney community.
If you’re a renal healthcare professional, we’d love to hear about your experience in working with patients and dialysis providers. Please click here to take part in a 5-10-minute survey by April 5th.
If you’re a renal patient, we’d love to hear about your experience with your treatment and the improvements you’d like to see. Please click here to take part in a 5-10-minute survey by April 5th.
If you’d like to discuss your answers in more depth and/or have any questions about the research, please get in touch with research@standagency.com and you will be contacted for a follow-up discussion.
Walthew House
Your monthly news from Stockport charity Walthew House - March
NHS England
In touch, Issue 138: Friday 31 March 2023
Elective Recovery bulletin March, edition 8
Primary Care Bulletin - 31 March 2023 (Issue 232)
Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism Bulletin
Integrated care bulletin | 31 March 2023
Starting Point
DigiKnow Digital Champion Weekly Update - Helping Stockport Get Online 3rd April 2023
Care Quality Commission
CQC update for healthcare professionals
GMCVO
Greater Manchester Equality Panel facilitation retendering
Social Impact for Social Investment session next Wednesday
Stockport Council
Employers for Carers
Stockport Council - Public Health
World Mental Health Day: Are you feeling anxious, stressed or low
Greater Manchester and Eastern Cheshire Strategic Clinical Networks
UK Health Security Agency
Vaccine update: issue 336, March 2023
Manchester Evening News
LGBTQ+ Bulletin - Thursday 30th March 2023
MyStockport - Thursday 30th March 2023
WHO
WHO Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Situational Report – 29th March 2023
Information and Signposting
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0161 974 0753 10am - 2pm or email info@healthwatchstockport.co.uk
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