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🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might me...
14/11/2025

🩺🔍 Worried you could be at risk of type 2 diabetes? A few changes in your family history, lifestyle or symptoms might mean a lot.
Here’s what to keep in mind:

• 👪 Family history matters – If a parent, sibling or relative has diabetes, your own risk goes up.
• 🍔 Lifestyle factors count – Being overweight, inactive or having higher waist size can all raise risk.
• 🚩 Symptoms might be subtle – Increased thirst, tiredness or needing to wee more may be signs.
• 📊 Want to know your risk? Try this tool: https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start
• 📖 More reading on what to expect and why this matters: https://patient.info/diabetes/diabetes-mellitus-leaflet

It doesn’t mean diabetes is inevitable - taking action now could make a real difference. 💪

Next Steps Community Fund Directory 2025/2026Click the images for information on:Elite Community Hub - Boxing 4 Health: ...
13/11/2025

Next Steps Community Fund Directory 2025/2026

Click the images for information on:
Elite Community Hub - Boxing 4 Health: Noncontact Boxercise
• Headspace Bolton - Headspace Dry Nights
• MaD Theatre Company - Recovery Through Drama
• Mental Health Independent Support Team - Counselling
• Serenity Seekers - Stronger Together
• Talk Changes - Support Circles: Healing Together
• The Flownesion Foundation - Together We Can
• Third Space Bolton - The Hive Café Drop-in, Digital Skills and Inclusive Employment
• Tili Tonse (We Are Together) Women - Supporting African Women & Carers Impacted by Addiction in Bolton
• Transforming Lives - Breaking Barriers: Outdoor Recovery Retreats
• WAVE Adventure - Outdoor Activities for Women and Families

The Next Steps Community Fund 2025/26 is supported by Bolton Council. It aims to develop community support around drug and alcohol recovery, promote mental health and wellbeing, and challenge the stigma around people who use/have used drugs and alcohol.
For any enquiries, contact us at nextsteps@gmmh.nhs.uk

12/11/2025

🥂✨ Not drinking? That’s a valid choice - and one worth celebrating.

is about creating a space where everyone feels comfortable with their own decisions, whether they drink or not.
Some people are cutting back for health, others are taking a break, and some simply don’t enjoy it - and that’s okay 💬🧃

👂 How can we be more supportive?
✔️ Respect someone’s choice without questioning it
✔️ Offer non-alcoholic options
✔️ Keep social events welcoming for everyone

Learn more from:
👉 https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/stopsobershaming
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-doesnt-drink-alcohol
👉 https://patient.info/news-and-features/is-sobriety-becoming-trendy

Let’s help make every setting inclusive, whatever’s in your glass 💚

Bolton Macmillan Walk 'n' Talk Group We would be delighted to welcome anyone who has been affected by cancer, including ...
11/11/2025

Bolton Macmillan Walk 'n' Talk Group

We would be delighted to welcome anyone who has been affected by cancer, including carers, family and friends, to come along and join the Bolton Macmillan Walk 'n' Talk Group.

Whether you're being treated for cancer or you're recovering, walking can help to keep your mind healthy as well as your body. It’s free and fun - all you need is a pair of comfortable walking shoes!

Walks are usually the first Friday of each month and are at a medium/slow pace, mostly flat and last for about 30 minutes.

No need to book on, just turn up. Any updates regarding walks not going ahead due to poor weather, will be shared on social media Bolton Macmillan Cancer Info If you would like to know more before coming on a walk, please contact us on 01204 663059.

All our walks start at 1pm and are usually on the first Friday of every month.

Walk leaders will be in green Macmillan fleeces or hi-vi vests at all the meeting points so please look out for them!

For more information or advice please contact us on 01204 663059 and keep an eye on our social media for reminders and updates on the weather

10/11/2025

💙 It’s Anti‑Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good! Time to stand up, speak out, and build kinder communities 🌟

Bullying can happen anywhere: in schools, workplaces, online, even in organisations up and down the ladder. It affects everyone.

Here’s how we can make a difference together:
👫 Be an ally, not a bystander - if you see something, say something
🏫 In schools: encourage safe spaces, peer support, and open dialogue
💼 In workplaces & organisations: promote respect, zero tolerance, and clear reporting structures
🗣️ Share stories, challenge harmful behaviour, and support those who feel alone

Learn more and access resources:
👉 https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/
👉 https://www.acas.org.uk/discrimination-and-bullying

Let’s work together for environments where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued 💪

💊 Repeat Prescriptions – Please Allow 48 HoursA GP must authorise every repeat prescription, which takes 48 hours (2 wor...
10/11/2025

💊 Repeat Prescriptions – Please Allow 48 Hours

A GP must authorise every repeat prescription, which takes 48 hours (2 working days) to process.

⏰ At busy times, it may take a little longer - please allow enough time when requesting your medication.

🗓️ Requests made over weekends or bank holidays will be ready 48 hours after the next working day.

📍 You can request your repeat prescription online - ask our team for details.
📞 Please note: we do not accept repeat prescription requests over the phone.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, co...
07/11/2025

🌫️ Lung Cancer Awareness Month is here - and this year, we’re shining a light on the connections between lung health, coughs, and family cancer history.

A persistent cough might be dismissed as a cold or heart issue — but sometimes, it’s more than that. If it lingers, gets worse, or you have other symptoms, get it checked.

Key point: family history of cancer doesn’t only mean the same cancer you have. When your doctor asks, they mean any cancer your relatives have had. This information can help assess your risk and guide decisions.

📚 Learn more about cancer risk and genetics:
👉 https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/worried-about-cancer/causes-and-risk-factors/family-history-genetics-and-cancer-risk
👉 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/family-history-and-inherited-cancer-genes

Stay alert to changes, know your family history, and speak up for your lung health 💨

From Monday, 3rd November, the Bolton Diabetes Centre will be renamed as Bolton Primary Care Hub. This follows the reloc...
05/11/2025

From Monday, 3rd November, the Bolton Diabetes Centre will be renamed as Bolton Primary Care Hub.

This follows the relocation of the Diabetes Service by the Foundation Trust.

From Monday, the centre will be fully occupied by Bolton GP Federation and its Health Hive, enabling the continued delivery of services for and on behalf of practices and PCNs.

A full plan is being implemented to update everyone on the change.

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.Here...
05/11/2025

🧠🌀 Feeling overwhelmed? Stress isn’t just “part of life” — it can affect your body, mind and behaviour in real ways.

Here’s what you might experience:
✔️ Physical: headaches, muscle tension, stomach issues, chest‑racing heartbeats
✔️ Mental: trouble concentrating, making decisions, constant worrying
✔️ Behavioural: irritability, sleep too much or too little, eating changes, pulling away from others

When stress becomes long‑term, it can lead to burnout — extreme exhaustion, cynicism, reduced performance.

You don’t have to cope with it alone.

👉 Learn more and find help:
https://ow.ly/Yj9z50XmycR
https://ow.ly/4YSa50XmycN
https://ow.ly/4pp650XmycP

Take a pause. Talk it out. You matter. 💚

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig...
03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your...
31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

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555 Chorley Old Road
Bolton
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Monday 8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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