Higher Blackley, Harpurhey & Charlestown PCN

Today we have installed a life saving emergency bleed kit! Now available to use outside Asda Harpurhey More info ➡️ New Emergency Bleed Control Kit for the community! (hblackleyharpurheycharlestown-pcn.co.uk) Manchester City Council Manchester Local Care Organisation Harpurhey Neighbourhood Project - The Centre NHS Greater Manchester Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

New Emergency Bleed Control Kit for the community! Today 28/08/24 we have installed a new Emergency Bleed Control Kit Cabinet outside Asda in Harpurhey precinct for the community. This can be used by any member of the public with guidance from a 999 call operator to provide potentially lifesaving care to a patient with heavy bleeding. While we hope....

Did you know that high blood pressure usually has no symptoms? You could be one of millions living with high blood pressure without knowing it. Left untreated, high blood pressure can significantly increase your risk of a fatal heart attack, stroke, kidney disease or vascular dementia.

The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to get a blood pressure test. To find a pharmacy that offers free blood pressure checks near you, without needing to book, click here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmacies/find-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-blood-pressure-checks/

If you have pain in your mouth, teeth or gums, contact your – but if your dentist is closed, or you don’t have a regular dentist, call the Greater Manchester Urgent Dental Care Service on 0333 3323800 to be assessed by a healthcare professional.

They can provide self-care or safe pain relief advice, or book a face-to-face appointment.

The service is appointment only and doesn’t offer a drop-in service or routine care or check-ups.

There’s an NHS patient charge of £26.80 for each appointment but it’s free to children.

TODAY!

Summer fun day 12-3 Carisbrook Park Harpurhey.
Our team will be there handing out information leaflets and answering your questions on health screening.

In June 2024, a whopping 73,968 GP appointments were missed across Greater Manchester.
It’s really important to remember that if you have an appointment at your GP practice, or any other NHS Service you no longer need, please cancel it, even if it is a few minutes before. Cancelling your unwanted appointment means that other patients can be seem more quickly. Get in touch with your GP practice to cancel or reschedule.

There is currently a national issue with EMIS, the GP practice clinical computer system. This will affect GP practices ability to book and consult with patients. We will update patients when we can, and apologise for any disruption.

Unless you are contacted by your GP practice, you should attend your appointment as normal.

For help or advice visit 111.nhs.uk. If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, please dial 999.

The sun is peeping out today and although it isn’t cracking the flags here in Manchester, it’s important to remember these tips to stay safe-

Cover up
Apply sun cream
Wear a hat
Keep out of the sun between 12 and 2pm
Wear sunglasses

Jetting away this summer or going on a staycation? Plan ahead so you can sit back and relax on your break.

If you or anyone in your family takes prescription medication, make sure you have enough to last the whole trip and put the request in 7 days before you’re due to leave – pharmacists are busy and need time to prepare!

The Carers Manchester North Team are trying to find out what support that carers living in North Manchester say they need. Their aim is to improve access to support and make sure the support North Manchester carers need is being provided.
Link to survey ➡️https://shorturl.at/X9RmA

Heard of the Pharmacy First service?

means children and young people can visit their local pharmacy for prescriptions to help with some common conditions without the need to wait for a GP appointment (age restrictions apply).

Find out more: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/pharmacy-first/

The next Breathe Better Get Together for COPD patients will be Monday 5th August, and we will be popping in again to see it in action! A fantastic wellbeing session ran by MCRactive for COPD patients to meet new people and ask health professionals advice, with the added bonus of an optional physical activity tailored to suit all abilities and fitness levels. For more info contact [email protected]. If someone you know would benefit from the sessions let them know!

Do you suffer from symptoms of ? Remember, you can easily get hay fever medication from your local pharmacy without the need to see the GP

Next Week! FREE live podcast hosted by healthcare professionals and people with lived experience cancer diagnosis talking all things cancer awareness including how to spot it early, and dispelling myths/wrong info. Book your FREE ticket ➡️

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/live-podcast-community-conversations-cancer-awareness-tickets-929734178957

Do you want to try a new physical activity? Medicare Foundation & We Do Tennis
are running FREE tennis sessions in Boggart Hole Clough. For adults & juniors, no equipment needed just turn up & play! use this link to book www.clubspark.lta.org.uk/DavidLewisRecreationGround/Coaching/Summary/0b1ebdf1-1b14-4f74-9f2c-d92b8966468d

is about, so make sure you don’t go viral – check you have had your MMR vaccination.

If you’re unsure or haven’t had your vaccine, speak to your GP.

You can also drop in to one of four vaccinating pharmacies in Manchester, scan the QR code to find one near you 👍

This week is .

Don’t ignore your cervical screening invite.

If you missed, or did not book, your cervical screening appointment, you can contact your GP surgery or local sexual health clinic to book now.

1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer. Did you know men are at greater risk if they’re over 45 and have a family history of prostate, breast, or ovarian cancer? Find out more or check your risk in 30 seconds. https://prostatecanceruk.org/gp-risk-u85954

More NHS App sessions next week! At Church View Medical Centre & Beacon Medical Centre. Don't forget to bring your smartphone/tablet 📱

We have more NHS App drop-ins coming up next week at Charlestown Medical Practice & The Avenue Medical Centre. See images for more details, remember to bring your smartphone/tablet 📱

Looking for Half Term Activities? Afrocats Manchester & Manchester Local Care Organisation have teamed up to offer families this exhibition at The Whitworth Gallery. For families requiring travel support please register using the below link or contact 07939845804➡️https://3kyaiufaz5m.typeform.com/to/nt5kjB3H

This Friday 24th May we will be holding another of our NHS App support drop-ins. If you would like support registering for the NHS App or help understanding it's functions, come along with your smartphone! 📱 For patients at Dam Head Medical Centre 24/05 4pm-6pm. No appointment needed.

This why not try some tips to boost your mood? Search Every Mind Matters or go to https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/

We’re proud to support Mental Health Foundation this – 13 to 19 May. Join in and help to create a world with good mental health for all. Find out more and get involved: mentalhealth.org.uk/mhaw

Even in Manchester you can get burnt between March and October. Follow our everyday suncream tips to stay safe from skin cancer.

Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm
Make sure you never burn
Cover up with suitable clothing and sunglasses
Take extra care with children
Use a ‘high protection’ sunscreen of at least SPF 30 which also has high UVA protection

It’s . Here are some communication tips to help you .

It's important to remember to ask the person you’re communicating with what their preferences are, and if they have any tips they find helpful. For more advice, visit https://rnid.org.uk/information-and-support/hearing-loss/living-with-hearing-loss/communication-tips/