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Adult social care colleagues - listen up! 3 fully funded learning and development opportunities for your sector. Our Social Care Academy has been working hard to bring low cost – or no cost training offers to people working across the adult social care sector in Greater Manchester. 1. Blue Stream Academy who currently offer over 150 health and social care E-learning courses. Every course is continuing professional development (CPD) certified, with a certificate supplied upon successful completion, outlining the learning outcomes covered. 2. Edapp – Falls prevention and frailty. A new app-based learning shaped in collaboration with providers, key stakeholders and leading academics. Any learner accessing the app will have full access to a range of further topics. 3. Dementia training – licences for a new specialist online training platform for dementia. Designed by experts about dementia affects people and teaches essential skills needed to help people living with all types of dementia. Click here for more information - https://orlo.uk/e5fRp #Training #Development #AdultSocialCare #SocialCare #FreeTraining #Development #GreaterManchester

Each year, thousands of lives are affected by tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food and drink—the three biggest killers in our communities. This week Greater Manchester and Humber and North Yorkshire health leaders have partnered with three national organisations - Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), the Alcohol Health Alliance, and the Obesity Health Allian - to launch a new toolkit. It is designed to support regional and local authorities in tackling the harms caused by alcohol and unhealthy food and drink—building on the successes of tobacco control policy. This framework provides clear actions aimed at protecting people from harmful commercial environments. By applying five high-impact actions coherently across alcohol and unhealthy food and drink—as seen with tobacco—we can make a real and lasting difference to health outcomes in our communities: Regulate advertising – to prevent promotion of unhealthy products Shape use and environment – to reduce availability Influence price and affordability – to influence purchasing and consumption decisions Communicate health messages - to inform of risks and benefits Provide treatment - to those at risk of harm Find out more in the Three Biggest Killers regional toolkit https://orlo.uk/VlwoG

Hot off the press! The latest GM Care Record Update. It's a good read for our partners in health, social care and digital innovation. #GreaterManchester #IntegratedCare

One for our dental colleagues. The Government’s consultation to reform NHS dentistry is now open. All those working in NHS dental services and commissioners are invited to give their views. https://orlo.uk/olRrJ #NHSDentistry #NHS #GreaterManchester

One for our partners who work with families with young children. Let them know about our new guide on common illnesses in under-fives, including earache, measles, croup, fever and more. It's also handy if you're a parent, carer or grandparent yourself! There's: - Details of different symptoms and what to expect - Tips on how to manage common illnesses at home - When to seek help from a pharmacist or GP - An all-important list of ‘red flag’ symptoms that mean you should seek emergency medical help Download the leaflet so you have it on your smartphone when needed: https://orlo.uk/Zt2sO People can also look out for copies in GP practices, pharmacies, family hubs, food banks, libraries and other community locations. Many schools and nurseries have also received their own supply to share with parents and carers. #GTKWTG #NHS #GreaterManchester

Hot off the press! Our summer Get To Know Where To Go communications toolkit is available to download. It's packed with advice to help people take care of their health this summer and know where to go if they need help. It covers: • Primary care health services • The benefits of using the NHS App and NHS 111 online • Staying safe and well during hot weather • Reminders about the need for travel vaccinations for some holiday destinations • A new leaflet to help parents and carers of little ones under 5 cope with childhood illnesses Please take a look and let anyone know who might be interested https://orlo.uk/UgYOm There's graphics and messages for you to use on social media along with an article for websites or newsletters. There will be a second toolkit early next month to support exam results, back to school and the bank holiday. We'll keep you updated! #GTKWTG #NHS #GreaterManchester

The NHS 10-Year Health Plan The UK government has unveiled a bold 10-year strategy to reshape the National Health Service, aiming to create a system that is more accessible, efficient, and focused on prevention. Central to this vision are three shifts: - From Hospital to Community: Expanding care into local neighbourhoods, making services more accessible. - From Analogue to Digital: Leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance patient experience. - From Sickness to Prevention: Emphasising early intervention and healthier lifestyles. In Greater Manchester, these national objectives are being realised through the Live Well movement - a collaborative effort to tackle health, social, and economic inequalities by integrating services across public, voluntary, and community sectors. This approach focuses on community-led, preventative models that reduce reliance on crisis services and improve overall well-being. Additionally, the region is pioneering innovative partnerships, such as a world-first trial with Eli Lilly to evaluate the use of weight-loss medication in addressing economic inactivity. This initiative underscores Greater Manchester's commitment to leveraging innovation to meet local health challenges. As we embark on this transformative journey, the collaboration between healthcare providers, local authorities, and communities will be crucial in shaping a healthier future for all. #NHS10YearPlan #HealthcareInnovation #CommunityHealth #GreaterManchester #LiveWell #Prevention #DigitalHealth #HealthEquity https://orlo.uk/37GWj

Do you work in a GP or dental practice, pharmacy or optometrists? A new Greater Manchester Primary Care Portal is launching soon – designed by NHS Greater Manchester to make your working day easier. What you’ll get: • One secure place for all key updates – no more email overload • Personalised info – only see what matters to you • Quick access to service updates, guidance, templates, contacts and more • A regular email summary, based on your preferences No more attachments. No more trawling through your inbox. Just what you need, when you need it. Built with input from GPs, pharmacists, dentists and optometrists across GM to make sure it actually works for you. We’ll share the launch date soon – keep an eye out! #NHS #GreaterManchester #PrimaryCare Greater Manchester Primary Care Provider Board

Good news. Greater Manchester has exceeded the national target for physical health checks for people with severe mental illness. At year-end 19,075 people with severe mental illness received a full physical health check from their GP (out of 27,215 registered). This represents 70% coverage, well above the national ambition of 60%. Every borough across Greater Manchester achieved above the national 60% target, reflecting a strong collective effort across primary care, mental health, and community services to tackle health inequalities and improve outcomes for people with severe mental illness. People living with severe mental illness face significant health inequalities and are at greater risk of dying prematurely, often from preventable physical health conditions. Ensuring timely physical health checks helps identify risks early, support better care, and save lives. This progress represents a step forward in addressing these inequalities across our region. Let’s keep building on this momentum to further close the health gap and ensure everyone with severe mental illness receives the care and support they deserve. Read more https://orlo.uk/lFv9w #NHS #GreaterManchester

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 We believe that mental health matters—every day, for everyone. As part of International Men's Mental Health Month, we were proud to have Scott Williams from NHS Greater Manchester lead a session on the importance of this month. Mental health is not a one-size-fits-all issue, and it’s vital that we continue to create safe spaces where our team members—regardless of gender—feel heard and supported. Thank you, Scott, for joining us and sharing training and resources to not only reduce the stigma but also help us better support those in need. #MentalHealthAwareness #WellbeingAtWork #MentalHealthMatters