The Arch Medical Practice

03/03/2026

Mahtsen International Women's Day!

⭐️A day of women's empowerment

🗓️ 8th March 2-6pm
📌 Aquarius Community Centre, M15 6AX

See below flyer for further info and contact details.

03/03/2026

Menopause Tea and Real Talk!!

⭐️informal chat
⭐️busting myths
⭐️yoga for menopause demo
⭐️light refreshments

🗓️ 14th March 11am-1pm
📌Community Room, Hulme Library & Moss Side Leisure Centre, M15 5NN

See below flyer for further info and contact details.

02/03/2026

Where to get help with cost of living support?

Times are hard for many people and cost of living worries can have a big impact on health and wellbeing.

If you are worried about:

Benefits and rent, debts or bills, food or staying warm, please ring Manchester’s Cost of Living advice line on freephone 0800 023 2692 Monday to Friday, 9am–4.30pm.

More information is also available at manchester.gov.uk/coladvice or text: 07860 022876.

If you are struggling with the increases in food and energy bills and are struggling financially, help is available.

24/02/2026

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manchester-international-womens-day-2026-when-women-thrive-we-all-rise-tickets-1982497344926?aff=oddtdtcreator

23/02/2026

Eating Disorders Awareness Week, 23rd February–1st March!

This year, Eating Disorders Awareness Week focuses on the importance of community in supporting people with eating disorders. Community ensures that people with eating disorders aren’t alone on their journey.

This Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2026 we are raising awareness about the important role Community plays in helping someone feel supported.

17/02/2026

Depression is often misunderstood, but it’s more than a passing low mood. Mild depression can mean you’re unable to enjoy your normal activities, while severe depression can make you feel suicidal or as if life isn’t worth living. If you’re struggling with feelings of depression, please ask for an appointment.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/depression-in-adults/overview/

If you’re struggling with feelings of depression, there are things you can do to help your mood. Getting outdoors and doing exercise are some of the well-known tips for helping mood, but what are the others?
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/tips-and-support/cope-with-depression/

How to cope with depression, including when to seek professional help. Tips include staying active, not drinking too much alcohol and sticking to a routine.

15/02/2026

The weather in the UK can be cold and miserable during the winter, and days are shorter, so finding motivation to keep exercising can be challenging. This helpful article contains some brilliant hints and tips to help you stay active during the cold winter months.
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeand...eep-exercising-in-the-cold-dark-winter-months

It’s still freezing outside, but that’s no reason to avoid exercise. Exercising helps to keep you fit and healthy. You can find some easy exercise suggestions here: https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-living/fitness/easy-winter-exercise-tips-help-you-stay-fit/

Here are 13 tips for what to wear, how to breathe, and how to stay motivated to stick with your workout throughout the coldest months of the year. It’s worth it. Winter workouts can help you beat the winter blues and stay fit all year long.

14/02/2026

Many people are struggling with the cost of living. The Government has some suggestions and resources to help and support: https://www.gov.uk/cost-of-living/managing-money

MoneyHelper has tailored suggestions to help you in your specific circumstances if you’re struggling with the cost of living. The advice provided is free and impartial and could help you manage the cost of living.
https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/money-troubles/cost-of-living

If you’re really struggling to feed yourself or your family, foodbanks could help you manage for a few days. They can also help and signpost you to other support. https://www.trussell.org.uk/emergency-food/find-a-foodbank

Ending hunger together

13/02/2026

International Prenatal Infection Month!

February is International Prenatal Infection Month. There are several infections that can affect your unborn baby if you’re pregnant. It’s also important to be aware that if you catch an infection, that infection may pose a risk to others.
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/infections-that-may-affect-your-baby/

Some foods need to be cooked in a certain way to ensure they’re safe while you’re pregnant, and other foods are best avoided. Making sure you check the guidance thoroughly can help keep you and your baby safe from some of the most common prenatal infections.
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/foods-to-avoid/

Find out what food and drink you can have and what you should avoid or be careful with during pregnancy, such as some cheeses, meats, fish, eggs, nuts, caffeine and alcohol.

13/02/2026

We are having issues with our internet - this is affecting all of our services intermittently, including our phone lines.

We apologies for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

11/02/2026

We have had a lot of uptake in our bowel cancer screening event today! It’s been great to speak to so many of you about the importance of this screening!

Don’t be shy - pop down today to say hello!

11/02/2026

If you have any questions about bowel cancer screening then pop down to our event today.

Bowel cancer screening really is a life saving test so if you have been putting it off, or have lost your kit, then come down between 11am to 3pm where our team will be happy to assist you.