Manchester Children's Community Nursing Team

24/01/2026

The MMRV vaccine is now part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule in the UK, providing protection against chickenpox, as well as measles, mumps and rubella.

Check what this means for your child: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/12/17/what-is-the-mmrv-vaccine-and-is-my-child-eligible/

24/01/2026

Do you need any support for Health & Cost of Living?
Pop along to the free drop in session next week😀

20/01/2026

20/01/2026

🌟 Stay & Play for Children with SEND 🌟

Looking for a friendly, relaxed space where your pre-school child with SEND can play, explore, and have fun? 💛🧸

Join us every Thursday, 10–11.30am (term-time only) at:
📍 Manchester Settlement
1328–1330 Ashton Old Road
Manchester M11 1JG

This is a welcoming, non-judgmental Stay & Play session designed especially for families with pre-school children with SEND

✨ A calm, inclusive environment
✨ Play activities your little one will love
✨ A chance to meet other parents and carers
✨ Support from people who truly understand

📧 admin@manchestersettlement.org.uk
📞 0161 974 1300

Come along, connect and let your little one shine! 🌈💛

13/01/2026

Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting. It can be very unpleasant, but usually goes away in about 2 days.

You can usually treat yourself at home, but the most important thing is to rest and have lots of fluids.

Visit ➡️ www.nhs.uk/norovirus

13/01/2026

👋 Calling all dads of children and adults with learning disabilities!
Join us every Friday morning from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Talbot House Support Centre, Newton Heath for our Dad’s Group.
Enjoy breakfast, chats, games (like darts!), and plenty of fun activities. We also organise exciting trips such as boxing matches, go-karting, golf, and more!

TERM TIME ONLY!

✅ A great chance to meet other dads, share experiences, and have a fantastic time!

👉 See poster below for more details!

11/01/2026

Would you like to know more about children and stomas?

We're hosting a free webinar to support parents and carers of children who may benefit from a stoma. We’ll explore the medical reasons why a stoma might be recommended, what to expect before and after surgery, and how stomas can improve a child’s quality of life. Our expert team will provide practical advice, share real experiences, and answer common questions to help families feel informed, reassured, and confident in supporting their child’s journey.

📅20th January 2026
🕧7.30pm-9pm (via Zoom)
❗️booking closes at 12pm on 19th January

Find more information and how to book your place here: https://eric.org.uk/understanding-stoma-care-for-children-parent-carer-event/

🗣Like and share this post so that other parents and carers can benefit from this free event.

❗️️PLEASE NOTE: this free event is for parents and carers. If you are a health professional, please see our programme of training courses on our website.

11/01/2026

can be fatal.

Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks

Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles: https://zurl.co/2ilGc

11/01/2026

We’ll be at the Health and Cost of Living event chatting all things Fix, Flip & Flourish 🌱

Come along for a free, informative session where you can:
✅ Get your health checked
✅ Learn simple ways to save money
✅ Find out how Fix, Flip & Flourish helps you renew and reuse good-quality items. Plus much more!

Also… there’ll be cake. Everybody loves cake! 🍰

📍 Newton Heath Library, M40 2JF
📅 Wednesday 21st January
⏰ 11am–2pm

11/01/2026

Do you know the signs and symptoms of cancer in children and young people?

Charlotte Smith’s daughter, Betsy, was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2023. For weeks, Betsy had been unwell with an ear infection, fatigue, spiking temperatures and fatigue. Doctors initially thought it was viral.

As time went on, Charlotte noticed new symptoms - persistent pain in Betsy’s stomach, ankle and arms, and heavy night sweats. After another urgent visit to the GP, Betsy was finally sent for blood tests - and Charlotte felt listened to.

It's important not to worry if your child has one of these symptoms, but if they develop multiple symptoms, which persist, or symptoms don’t go away after two weeks, and something doesn’t feel right – trust your instincts and see a doctor.

Early diagnosis can save lives.

Learn to spot the signs at childcancersmart.org.uk

11/01/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

The vaccine protects 🛡️ against .

✔️ 1–2 doses for girls aged 9–14 years
✔️ 2–3 doses for immunocompromised individuals, including those living with HIV

Get informed. Get screened. Get vaccinated.

11/01/2026

🔥 If you need somewhere to stay warm this winter, ask your local council if they have information about nearby ‘warm spaces’.

These are public places that anyone can use to stay warm - for example a community space like a library.

Find out more ⤵️
https://bit.ly/2SQOVm7