Health

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“Breathing can be incredibly healing” An Eccles healing hub specialising in “breathwork”

Breath is something we don’t think about very often. Transcend Monton in Eccles however helps us understand more how breathing can benefit us.

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“It’s going to make it less of a painful experience” How acting is helping Salford students look after their mental health

University of Salford drama students have been taking part in new mindful acting classes to help manage their mental health and wellbeing.

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“No one should have to wait nearly eight months to be seen” Salford patients face increased wait times for mental health appointments

Patients on Mental health waiting lists are being left in limbo whilst they wait for their first appointment.

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“We’re trying to make sure kids aren’t on the streets as much.” Teachers target more exercise for Salford students

A recent report by Sport England has shown that almost half of the children in this country are doing an average of 60 minutes of physical activity a day.

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Salford could lose out on £208,000,000 due to Government under-funding

A new app allegedly shows that NHS services in Salford could suffer up to £208,000,000 of under-funding by 2023 due to budgets […]

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“Everyone grieves very differently. It varies from person to person” – Salford Royal Bereavement Team offers support to mark Grief Awareness Week

Salford Royal is playing its part in raising awareness in the community for National Grief Awareness Week. The process of […]

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Plans announced to reduce numbers of undiagnosed HIV in Salford and beyond

The Northern Care Alliance has announced plans to ensure no patient leaves hospital or community services with undiagnosed HIV, including Salford Royal Hospital.