Lifestyle: Health

Jean Purdy's work led to the birth of the first test tube baby, Louise Brown, in 1978

Call on hospital for Jean Purdy honour in Oldham

Town hall chiefs are calling on The Royal Oldham Hospital to recognise IVF pioneer Jean Purdy after it emerged her name was omitted from three plaques on display there.

Date Published 18/06/2019


Oldham doctor develops new blood test to help arthritis patients

An Oldham based doctor, James Bluett, has developed a new blood test which could help local rheumatoid arthritis patients to better manage their illness by keeping to their...

Date Published 20/06/2019

Ambulance Service support thousands to improve their health and wellbeing

North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) is celebrating the success of a health and wellbeing initiative which has reached thousands of patients across the North West in the last 18...

Date Published 13/06/2019


Ground-breaking Oldham health check extends to Mental Health

Oldham is setting out a vision to improve the health and wellbeing of residents through the launch of the ground-breaking Oldham Health Check.

Date Published 13/06/2019

Christie at Oldham to hold Open Day and Tour

The Royal Oldham Hospital is inviting local residents and trust members to join them for a free open day and behind the scenes tour of The Christie at Oldham.

Date Published 30/05/2019


Oldham stroke recovery service review received national accolade

Oldham’s Stroke Recovery Service Review has achieved the highest Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) score in the country, after an appraisal covering 96% of all...

Date Published 30/05/2019

Oldham back national campaign to promote good oral health

Oldham Council is encouraging residents to do their bit and take part in National Smile Month (Monday 13th May and Thursday 13th June).

Date Published 16/05/2019


Liver screening roadshow comes to Albion Street in Oldham

Men and women in Oldham are being encouraged to get a free health check with the arrival of a mobile liver screening roadshow.

Date Published 16/05/2019

Oldham MP backs calls for Alzheimer's Society new Dementia fund

Oldham East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams has backed an Alzheimer's Society report calling for a new £2.4bn Dementia Fund, by tabling a cross-party parliamentary Early Day...

Date Published 08/05/2019


Easter health advice from local NHS health chiefs

NHS Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale Clinical Commissioning Group is reminding borough residents to plan and order repeat prescriptions in good time over easter, check local...

Date Published 10/04/2019

Oldham official joins NHS assembly to help improve services

A nurse from Bolton and Oldham’s top health and care officer are among members of the new NHS Assembly, that will support the delivery of the NHS Long Term Plan. 
 

Date Published 10/04/2019


How live-in care can enhance wellbeing

Considering the wellbeing of loved ones is always at the forefront of our minds and live-in care ensures 24/7 support within the comfort of your own home.

Date Published 27/03/2019

Latics community Trust and Barry Kilby Appeal team up to fight Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in males in the UK (Cancer Research UK). Unfortunately, 40% of prostate cancer cases are diagnosed at a late stage which can...

Date Published 26/03/2019


Beat the bulge by playing golf

We are always being told that, as a society, we are all getting more overweight and it should be something we take control of, but how?

Date Published 25/03/2019

Care leavers in Oldham to get council tax exemption

Care leavers will be exempt from Council Tax until the age of 25 under a new proposal going before Oldham Council’s cabinet on Monday night.

Date Published 22/03/2019


Oldhamers asked their opinion on changes to prescription medicine

People in Oldham are being asked to give their views on the recommendation by NHS England to change how some medicines are routinely prescribed.

Date Published 05/03/2019

The Royal Oldham counts the cost of missed patient appointments

The Royal Oldham Hospital is asking patients who are unable to attend their hospital appointment to do the right thing; cancel or rearrange it and free up the slot for other...

Date Published 27/02/2019


Future Directions CIC win two national care awards

Future Directions CIC has won two national Skills for Care Accolades and picked up their trophies from TV dance star Anton Du Beke.

Date Published 07/02/2019

New boss for Royal Oldham Hospital

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Group - which oversees the Royal Oldham Hospital - have announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive.

Date Published 29/01/2019


Royal Oldham to join with Salford in Pennie Acute Trust split

The hospitals that make up the Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust (PAT) are to be split between two different NHS Foundation Trusts.

Date Published 29/01/2019

Call for male blood donors in Oldham

NHS Blood and Transplant is urging men in Oldham to match women in making becoming a blood donor their New Year’s resolution for 2019.

Date Published 10/01/2019


New Year TV licensing reminder for Oldham gyms

With almost 20 gyms across Oldham expecting to welcome new members this month, TV Licensing is reminding fitness clubs owners to check if they are correctly licensed for the year...

Date Published 10/01/2019

Oldham Stroke Support Group calls out for new members

An Oldham stroke group is encouraging new members to join them, as they move to a new venue to help local stroke survivors on the road to recovery.

Date Published 09/01/2019


Care Director so proud as children's hospice Grace's Place officially opens

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice is proud to announce that Grace’s Place, its new children’s hospice in Radcliffe, Bury, is now open and offering care and support services to...

Date Published 09/01/2019

Questions about cancer? Macmillan can help

Free cancer advice and support is coming to Oldham next Monday (January 14) at Albion Street, OL1 3BG, between 10am and 5pm.

Date Published 07/01/2019


Make a date to join Oldham's Race for Life

People in Oldham are being encouraged to get January off to a great start by making a date to join Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life.

Date Published 07/01/2019

Children’s hospice calls on local CCGs to help secure new government funding

Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice, which supports children with life-shortening conditions and their families through its hospice, Grace’s Place, across Oldham, Bury and Rochdale,...

Date Published 03/01/2019


Oldham GP - 'remember to choose the right care this winter'

Choosing the right care for you and your family is an important part of everyone’s healthcare routine this winter, according to Oldham’s Chief Clinical Commissioning Officer, and...

Date Published 03/01/2019

Lisa and Lorraine are worth their weight in gold!

As Slimming World enters its 50th year, two Consultants from Oldham are celebrating half a century of success for the organisation by meeting TV personality and presenter Rylan...

Date Published 28/12/2018


Now's a great time to Walk All Over Cancer

Men and women across Greater Manchester are being invited to kick-start the New Year by signing up to Cancer Research UK’s latest campaign, Walk All Over Cancer.

Date Published 27/12/2018

Cruising into the hospital to make the childrens' Christmas!

A hot rod car club brought a load of festive cheer to the Royal Oldham Hospital, when they roared into the hospital grounds laden with Christmas gifts for the children currently...

Date Published 24/12/2018


Proactive practice is praised by patients

A Failsworth GP surgery that makes monthly phone calls to the over-75s, and even organises Christmas parties and gifts for them, has been given a ringing endorsement.

Date Published 24/12/2018

Young people will benefit from new mental health research unit

A brand new young people’s mental health research unit has launched in Greater Manchester.

Date Published 21/12/2018


Caremark Oldham are happy to assist with managing your medication

Making sure you take the right medication at the right time is vital and part of your pathway to continuing good health and independence. 

Date Published 20/12/2018

A stitch in time - Knit and Knatter group help Oldham Hospital’s tiniest patients

The Primrose Knit and Knatter group in Oldham was established 18 months ago by a group of local ladies.

Date Published 20/12/2018


'Fantastic' new sensory space opened at Royal Oldham children's ward

A fantastic new sensory space has been officially opened by the Mayor of Oldham, Cllr Javid Iqbal, in the Children’s A&E Department at the Royal Oldham Hospital, thanks to grant...

Date Published 20/12/2018

Molly's spreading the word about the Christies' new proton beam treatment

Former Crompton House School pupil Molly Howarth has been delighted to help promote a revolutionary new cancer treatment in the UK because when she needed proton beam therapy, it...

Date Published 19/12/2018


Oldhamers urged to make a fit and healthy start to 2019!

Oldham Library is set to host its annual Healthy New Year Festival to help you kick off 2019 with a fresh start.

Date Published 18/12/2018

Help fund life-saving equipment for our ambulance services

North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) has officially launched its charity, which will raise money to support emergency service staff and local communities.

Date Published 17/12/2018


Pharmacies will help Oldhamers stay well this Christmas and New Year

Community pharmacies across Greater Manchester will be helping people stay well and access advice and treatment for minor illnesses this Christmas and New Year.

Date Published 17/12/2018

Santa urges Oldhamers to get their jab done before the flu season bites

Santa took a break from grotto duties and got his free flu jab to make double sure he’s on top-form for the festive season.

Date Published 17/12/2018


Celebrating 10 wonderful years of Link4Pink

The Royal Oldham Hospital’s Link4Pink breast cancer charity is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and it marked the occasion with a thank you event for its dedicated volunteers to...

Date Published 14/12/2018

Chadderton outfit nominated for FOUR national care awards

Future Directions CIC have made the final of the Skills for Care Accolades, awards recognising social care organisations that invest in their staff so they can offer high quality...

Date Published 13/12/2018


Ambulance appeal: you can call 999 to cancel too

Over one million pounds of public money is wasted every month when crews from North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust are called out but find nobody to treat.

Date Published 12/12/2018

A great sense of pride after 10 years of nursing accreditation scheme

Nursing teams across the Northern Care Alliance are celebrating a scheme which has become the bedrock of their work to improve standards for patients over the past 10 years.

Date Published 11/12/2018


Caremark can put your minds at rest

For many people, qualifying for financial help and support with their care needs is a great relief.

Date Published 05/12/2018

Twice bereaved Gen appeals for early detection ideas to save lives from cancer

Saddleworth resident Gen Buckley, who lost her father and brother early to bowel cancer, is urging local people to support new health research by sharing their ideas about saving...

Date Published 03/12/2018


Oldham MP leads parliamentary inquiry into dementia

Oldham East and Saddleworth MP Debbie Abrahams is overseeing a parliamentary inquiry by into dementia and disability in her role as co-chair of the all-party parliamentary group...

Date Published 03/12/2018

Scientists' blood test technique set to springboard cancer discoveries

Cancer Research UK-funded scientists in Manchester have developed a new technique to get more information from the blood of cancer patients than previously possible.

Date Published 03/12/2018


Over 65s - please don't forget your flu jab

NHS Oldham Clinical Commissioning Group’s Governing Body Practice Nurse is encouraging older people to sort their free flu jab and get protected before winter rears its head.

Date Published 30/11/2018

Oldham Cares' bid to combat loneliness

Oldham Cares is launching a new Social Action Fund to tackle social isolation and loneliness in communities across the borough.

Date Published 28/11/2018


Brave Kelsey launches Cancer Research UK Kids and Teens Star Awards

A Royton teenager is launching an awards scheme that recognises the courage of children with cancer.

Date Published 28/11/2018

Violence and attacks on ambulance staff must stop

North West Ambulance Service today launches its #GetBehind999 campaign and is asking the public for its support in condemning acts of violence and aggression against all emergency...

Date Published 28/11/2018


Royal Oldham Diabetes team net insulin safety award

The Diabetes team at the Royal Oldham Hospital are celebrating after being awarded runners-up position in this year’s Insulin Safety Week Excellence Awards 2018.

Date Published 26/11/2018

Oldhamers urged to sport an interest in coaching and help beat childhood diabetes

Adults in Oldham need to set a better example by eating healthier diets and even mentoring football teams and dance groups – if we are to stop an alarming number of kids getting...

Date Published 26/11/2018


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