Welcome to the local news section of the NHS Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group.
Here you can see the latest local press releases and information about current campaigns.
Half term is here – come on down and grab a jab
Young people aged between 12 and 17 can take advantage of a few days off school or college this half term to get their Covid-19 vaccination sorted.
NHS Launches Lifesaving Campaign To Tackle Heart Attack Myths in North West
The NHS in the North West today joins with the health service across the country to launch a new lifesaving campaign to encourage people to dial 999 when they are having early signs of a heart attack.
Take the stress out of your holiday abroad by getting vaccinated
Make sure you’re vaccinated if you’re planning a holiday abroad this year is the advice from Stockport health bosses. The best way to take the stress out of making travel plans, and to protect yourself and your family from serious illness because of COVID-19, is by getting fully vaccinated.
NHS Publishes Electives Recovery Plan To Boost Capacity And Give Power To Patients
The NHS and government have today set out a blueprint to address backlogs built up during the Covid pandemic and tackle long waits for care with a massive expansion in capacity for tests, checks and treatments.
Get Vaccinated at One of Ten Pop Up COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics this February Half Term
Ten more pop up COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be open across Stockport this February half-term from Monday, 14 February, to Friday, 18 February, with a choice of two clinics each day. It’s an ideal time for those who are 12-17 years of age to get their vaccination whilst school and college are out.
This World Cancer Day, Don’t Delay, See Your GP Today
As we mark World Cancer Day, the message from Stockport health bosses is – don’t wait to contact your GP if you have health worries or concerns.
Your GP practice is here to help you
It’s vital that if people feel poorly, after trying to ease the symptoms with self-care, they get in touch with their GP practice for advice, and use local information resources before they consider going straight to the Emergency Department.
Your questions answered: the vaccine and the virus
Got questions about Covid-19? Perhaps you’re not sure if the vaccine is for you, or if it’s safe for your children? Stockport libraries, working in partnership with Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, are offering local people the chance to ask their questions to a panel of experts who have been working on the frontline of the borough’s pandemic response.
Making sure your child’s MMR vaccination is up to date
Parents or guardians of children who are not up to date with their two doses of MMR vaccine should contact their GP practice to book an appointment. It’s never too late to catch up.
Lift Someone Out of Loneliness – Every Mind Matters campaign
Feeling lonely is something that all of us can experience at any point and it can have a huge impact on our wellbeing.
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