Health & Social Care watchdog and signposting for the people of Manchester. Tel: 0300 078 0669 Website: www.healthwatchmanchester.co.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mwnomrrwuc2vDon't Miss a Beat. Take Action: Pledge healthy habits or share personal stories world-heart-federation.org/world-heart-... Get involved and visit our youtube channel to see our video with the British heart foundation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwBrdyuK3sM #worldheartday #dontmissabeat29 Sep 2026 11:04 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwnomrrwuc2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mvpdsjehdk2ySafe care for life! Today's focus is reducing safety risks & preventable harm during diagnosis, treatment & management of chronic conditions like cancer & heart disease https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-patient-safety-day contact us to raise your voice for patients across Manchester #patientsafetyday #healthwatchmanchester17 Sep 2026 09:30 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvpdsjehdk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3muwgu4wmqc26You can read more about our impact here: https://www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk/report/2026-07-29/healthwatch-manchester-annual-report-2025-26 [contains quote post or other embedded content]07 Sep 2026 11:48 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3muwgu4wmqc26https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3muwgpoa2u226As Parliament prepares to debate the future of Healthwatch, we're reflecting on the difference Healthwatch Manchester makes in our community. @lucympowell.bsky.social @jeffsmithmp.bsky.social @afzalkhanmcr.bsky.social @mikekanemp.bsky.social we'd welcome your support #healthwatchmanchester07 Sep 2026 11:46 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3muwgpoa2u226https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mrfk74wm4c2sTomorrow is #Schizophreniaawarenessday, we focus on dismantling harmful stereotypes and raising awareness for the approximately 1 in 100 people who live with the complex mental health condition. The day works to dispel harmful myths— it is an illness not an identity. #healthwatchmanchester #24 Jul 2026 14:17 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrfk74wm4c2shttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mrcukomask2xWe want to hear your views. Check the link below https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage #healthwatchmanchester23 Jul 2026 12:45 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrcukomask2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mov26fvazc24Your voice is needed - if you believe that the patient and public voice in Greater Manchester needs to be championed by an INDEPENDENT body then please complete this survey. All 10 healthwatch in GM want to here your voice: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=jybhBzrK_ka89wSaeTSvCiVzDBsxFtBBqDFuAQi1JbBUMDVGTkI2QURTOFBMUkJGNTZJVUVGTzhYNC4u&route=shorturl #healthwatchmanchester #healthwatchingm22 Jun 2026 13:58 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mov26fvazc24https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mlndjxyyus22The HWM team are in attendance at the 2026 #GMCancerConference12 May 2026 08:08 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlndjxyyus22https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mkajamjbs22zVaccines have long been one of the most powerful tools in public health. Over the last 50 years, vaccines have saved more than 150 million lives. See the WHO campaign here: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-immunization-week/2026 To book a vaccine: vaccinations.mft.nhs.uk #WorldImmunisationWeek #VaccinesSavesLives24 Apr 2026 12:21 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkajamjbs22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mhpxcl2i5c2eThis month is focused on highlighting the need for research, improving treatments and supporting those affected how to get involved: lnkd.in/e5vksej5 'Wear a hat day' Wear a hat to mark the month on the 27th March: braintumourresearch.org/pages/wear-a-hat-day #braintumourawareness #wearahatday23 Mar 2026 11:27 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhpxcl2i5c2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mddb7jix4s2vNational Commission is seeking evidence to shape regulation of AI in healthcare and support the UK’s ambition for a world-leading, AI-enabled NHS. They need your help: https://www.surveys.mhra.gov.uk/6939648ad7139569e30a4579 #AIhealthcare #MHRA #healthwatchmanchester26 Jan 2026 12:39 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mddb7jix4s2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mchqhy5hs226Healthwatch Manchester is still here for you! We’ll be at the Wythenshawe Forum on 22 January (next Thursday). If you have concerns about healthcare services or want to share your experiences, come and chat with us. Your voice matters — and your feedback helps shape and improve local services!15 Jan 2026 13:57 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mchqhy5hs226https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3mbonsle4422dManchester, stay warm! Layer up, keep rooms around 18°C, enjoy hot meals & drinks, move around, and check your pharmacy for advice. Stay cosy and safe during this prolonged cold & snow! #HealthwatchManchester #StayWarm #WinterSafety #ManchesterLife #ColdWeatherTips05 Jan 2026 14:33 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mbonsle4422dhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3madnftfqoc2aOur office will be closed until 29th December. Visit Hub of Hope for mental health support directory: hubofhope.co.uk #winterwell #healthwatchmanchester #greatermanchester #hubofhope19 Dec 2025 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3madnftfqoc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3ma46p3asvk27This week's five-day doctor strike in England will go ahead. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c246dnyjylqo The dedication of NHS staff, the NHS has significantly reduced disruption and met its ambitious goal to maintain 95% of planned care during the latest round of strike action. #healthwatchmanchester16 Dec 2025 12:49 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3ma46p3asvk27https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m7mvjxgmtk2b#HumanRightsDay2025 Today is Human Rights Day and to celebrate this, we have put together an information page with our friends in the council on to ensure Young Carers know their rights when it comes to accessing medical records, involvement in discharge decisions and proxy access.10 Dec 2025 10:56 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7mvjxgmtk2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m6wl4stzf22a On World AIDS Day 2025, we stand united with governments, partners, and communities under the theme "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response." (WHO) Learn more and transform the aids response: worldaidsday.org #worldaidsday01 Dec 2025 13:51 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m6wl4stzf22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m5lirn5yfs2xThe Secretary of State for DHSC made a fresh offer focused on non‑pay measures, No additional pay increase was offered. The BMA rejected this offer, meaning strike action is set to proceed. https://www.healthwatchmanchester.co.uk/news/2025-11-14/resident-doctor-industrial-action-november-2025 #healthwatchmanchester #strikeaction #juniordoctors #nhs14 Nov 2025 10:44 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m5lirn5yfs2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m332wjuk7c2fHealthwatch Manchester is a Hate Crime Reporting Centre. you can report it to us safely and anonymously. Especially if you are in a health and/or care setting when it happened. Call 0300 078 0669 lines open 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday. Lets end hate crime together. #hatecrime #healthwatchmanchester13 Oct 2025 11:03 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m332wjuk7c2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m2jduaz4ws2rToday is #WorldCerebralPalsyDay. A day for recognition, inclusion & action for 50M people worldwide living with CP. HWM’s Tom Carr spoke with Felix Phikiso, founder of JTFoundationUK, about life with CP, misconceptions & hope for a more inclusive future. #Inclusion #CerebralPalsyAwareness https://youtu.be/W6neXb0hjG8?si=zMiuKPfESyXp6TPa06 Oct 2025 09:55 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2jduaz4ws2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchmcr.bsky.social/post/3m27eymudtc2eEmma Hinchcliffe outlines how front door decisions are made in urgent care admissions at Working Together Conference02 Oct 2025 10:49 +0000at://did:plc:n35fxrbtmuz3ltnky2u2codx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m27eymudtc2e