This #BlackHistoryMonth, meet Karel, a Medical Photographer who is making healthcare imagery more inclusive. The University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS FT project addresses a crucial gap in healthcare imagery – the shortage of photographs available to clinicians that show conditions on darker skin tones.

Patients may have seen a website advertising NHS dental services, using a logo very similar to the NHS logo and offering urgent treatment. Please be aware that this is a scam. Do not use this website to try and access NHS dental care. Read more: bit.ly/3BuQUqF

The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Network publishes its Annual Report for 2023-2024 📑 Read the report here: healthwatchtameside.co.uk/report/2024-10…

Keep people with dementia safe, visit safeandfoundonline.co.uk

Top up your pension by applying for pension credit! Trafford Council are encouraging eligible people to apply, estimating that around £6.15m in pension credit currently remains unclaimed. Find out more here: healthwatchtrafford.co.uk/news/2024-10-1…

Our sexual health survey is still open! Let us know about your experiences of accessing sexual health care - anonymously, of course! Whether it's good, bad, or confusing, we want to know. Take part here: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HWT-SexualHe…

The 21st of November is #CarersRightsDay24, where Trafford Carers Centre will be in Stretford Public Hall from 12am-7pm with stalls from different organisations, talks and more. Want to learn more? carersuk.org/news-and-campa… Fancy coming along? Book now! eventbrite.co.uk/e/104203166375…

As part of the Old Trafford Regeneration Plan, we’re inviting residents and community groups in Old Trafford to share their thoughts on proposed plans for the area around Manchester United’s iconic stadium. Have your say: ow.ly/AZ9c50U7klv

Staying active can help avoid falls. There are loads of different activities you could try. If the weathers nice, a 10-minute walk with the dog is a great start. Visit the falls prevention page here: nhs.uk/conditions/fal… #PreventingFallsThisWinter

Almost two decades after people lost their right to register with an NHS dentist, our research shows two-thirds believe this right exists. Read our new findings - healthwatch.co.uk/news/2024-11-2… #fixNHSdentistry

Book a free HIV test, or order a home test kit this HIV testing week. Visit thebha.org.uk/hivtesting or visit lgbt.foundation/sexualhealth to get started.

Basic Digital Skills sessions: learn to use a tablet & receive support with digital issues. Stretford library class every Tues 12.30-1.30, support drop in 1.30-2.30. Sale library class every Thurs starting 28 Nov 11-1. Text/call 07929 396 581, email [email protected]

Some festive advice on how to prepare and where to go if you feel unwell this month!

Some health care services like GP practices and dentists may be closed over the festive period but our primary care booklet can help you get to know where to go. To download it, search NHS GM primary care booklet #GTKWTG

Residents needing support over Christmas with their health and wellbeing can still receive professional help and advice. Visit the Trafford Council website to find out what's open and when: trafford.gov.uk/residents/news…

Merry Christmas to everyone who celebrates in Trafford!

Happy New Year Trafford! Here's to 2025 🎉

When someone is diagnosed with t2 diabetes they should be offered a series of f2f education sessions to help them manage their condition. NHS Greater Manchester want to hear from you if you were invited, attended, or chose not to, to improve the service: bit.ly/42aCvuO

Healthwatch Trafford want to interview people about their experiences of choice when using GP services, and how they feel about it. A gift voucher is available for those selected to take part. Get in touch by 7 Feb. Call 0300 999 0303 or email [email protected]