Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

20/09/2026

Sexual health matters, and support is here for everyone.

Whatever your age, gender, ethnicity or sexuality, you can access free, confidential advice and care across Greater Manchester.

Sexual health services can support you with:

• STI testing, treatment and advice
• Contraception and pregnancy support
• Relationships, sexual wellbeing and emotional support

Find your local clinic and discover more information in our A–Z directory. Click the link in the comments.

18/09/2026

There's just a few days left to have your say on the future of specialist cardiac surgery services across Greater Manchester!

If you haven’t taken part yet, now is the time. Whether you’ve had experience of using cardiac services, supported a family member or simply want to help shape local NHS services, we want to hear your thoughts on proposed changes.

📅 Consultation closes 22 September 2026.

👉 Share your views - link in the comments.

Know someone who should take part? Please share this post and help spread the word. 💙

17/09/2026

It's sexual health week!

If you live in Wigan or Leigh, Locala offer a mixture of face to face and telephone appointments at different times throughout the day.

If you'd like to book an appointment, contact them on 01942 949 167.

Their phone lines are open Monday to Wednesday 8:30am-6:30pm and Thursday to Friday 8:30am-3:30pm (excluding bank holidays).

For more info about the full range of services they offer, visit our website service finder and search ‘sexual health services’.

Sexual Health

17/09/2026

There's just a few days left to have your say!

Our consultation on the future of specialist vascular surgery services across Greater Manchester is closing soon.

If you’ve been meaning to share your views, now is the time to get involved. Whether you’ve used vascular services, supported a loved one, or simply want to help shape the future of local NHS care, your voice matters.

📅 Consultation closes on 22 September 2026.

👉 Find out more and take part - link in the comments.

Know someone who may want to have their say? Please share this post and help spread the word. 💙

15/09/2026

Greater Manchester’s Month of Hope runs from 10th September – 10th October. It’s a time for us to raise awareness of su***de and encourage everyone to have open conversations and play a role in preventing su***de, whilst sharing messages of hope.
Lots of events will be taking place throughout the month, including vigils of remembrance offering the chance for us to come together and honour those lost to su***de, along with both in person and virtual events to mark ***dePreventionDay.

Join the conversation and help us change the narrative on su***de. Search 'Month of Hope 2026' to find out more.

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15/09/2026

Final chance to have your say!

There’s just one week left to share your views on the future of specialist cardiac surgery services across Greater Manchester.

If you haven’t taken part yet, now is the time. Whether you’ve had experience of using cardiac services, supported a family member or simply want to help shape local NHS services, we want to hear your thoughts on proposed changes.

📅 Consultation closes 22 September 2026.

👉 Share your views - link in the comments.

Know someone who should take part? Please share this post and help spread the word. 💙

14/09/2026

Looking after your sexual health just got easier in Stockport!

Locala Sexual Health Clinic offers confidential, friendly, and professional services - from testing and treatment to advice and support. Whether you need STI screening, contraception, or just some guidance, the team is here to help you stay safe and informed.

The clinic is located at The Choices Centre, 1 St Peter's Square, Stockport, SK1 1NZ.

Find out more by searching Locala Stockport, or call them on 0161 507 9492.

https://orlo.uk/6PDIP

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12/09/2026

We want to make sure everyone has access to information about the proposed changes to vascular surgery services across Greater Manchester, and understands how they can get involved.

Our BSL video gives an overview of the consultation and explains the different ways people can share their views.

🎥 Watch the video here: https://orlo.uk/AR3CT

You can take part by:
Completing our short survey (link in the comments)
Emailing us at: [email protected]
Calling, messaging or sending a BSL video via WhatsApp: 07786 673762
Joining one of our local discussion groups by signing up through our survey platform

The consultation closes on 22 September 2026. Whether you're a patient, carer, family member, NHS staff member or local resident, your feedback will help shape the future of these services.

Please share this video with anyone who may find it useful.

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11/09/2026

Do you have experience of using vascular surgery services in Greater Manchester, or care for someone who does? This FREE online focus group is an opportunity to hear more about our consultation and share your thoughts.

The session will include a short presentation, followed by a discussion exploring your views about the future of vascular services.

Thursday 10 September
5.30pm-6.30pm

Your experience matters, and we’d really value your input.

👉 Register to take part via the link in the comments.

If you have any questions about the event, email [email protected].

Please share this post with family, friends or anyone who may be interested in taking part. 💙

10/09/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Anyone can experience suicidal thoughts, and it can feel difficult to know how to talk to someone about it.

If you’re feeling suicidal, worried that someone else might be, or have lost someone to su***de, you’re not alone.

Talking can make a difference. You can also call Samaritans free, at any time, on 116 123.

Search ‘Shining a Light on Su***de’ or visit their website for information and support.

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