1. GP contract 2024/25 changes

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    In August 2024 the British Medical Association announced that GP's in England had voted in favour of taking part in collective action in protest of limited funding increases for the 2024/5 GP services contract. Here is what you need to know about the upcoming changes.

  2. World Patient Safety Day 2024

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    Tuesday 17th September 2024 is World Patient Safety Day, here is everything you need to know about it.

  3. Enter and View: Park House

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    The Healthwatch Manchester team conducted an Enter and View visit to the inpatient wards at Park House, located on the North Manchester General Hospital site, to speak with the patients about both their experience of living at Park House and also their knowledge & understanding of their future relocation to a new site known as North View.

  4. Pharmacy bank holiday opening hours over the festive period

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    Here are the opening hours of pharmacies on the 25th & 26th of December 2024 and the 1st January 2025 .

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  6. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  7. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  8. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  9. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.

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  11. Accessibility

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  12. Events

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    Take a look at our upcoming events or check out our selection of health and care awareness events you can support.

  13. Information and Signposting

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  14. Volunteers Week

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