New statistics have been published in line with the launch of an anti-smoking campaign in Greater Manchester, revealing over 34,000 Salfordians smoke regularly.
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“Don’t suffer in silence” – former firefighter uses own experiences in mental health course
Mental Health First Aid course providing training from specialists to teach people to recognise the warning signs of mental health and how to approach this is being held in Eccles.
Salford Royal to offer free pads and tampons to patients who need them
Salford Royal are set to provide free pads and tampons to patients who need them as NHS reveal new scheme.
Wood Street Mission helping “cold and hungry” children in Salford
Wood Street Mission say that many families in Salford still struggle to buy their child a school uniform, among other factors of poverty.
Faith leaders encourage Salford locals to take up 40-day Lent challenge
Faith leaders in Salford and Greater Manchester have been talking about how Christians can participate and celebrate the importance of Lent.
Salford Royal joins in with Nutrition and Hydration Week
Nutrition and Hydration Week is aimed at bringing people together to educate them on the value of maintain health through food and drink.
“2,070 people in Salford are living with glaucoma” – why it’s vital to book your eye test
Mahmoud Moustafa, clinical director at Specsavers in Salford, stresses the importance of regular eye tests to prevent eye condition, Glaucoma.
One in ten adults over 40 are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes
In Salford just under 14,000 people are currently diagnosed with diabetes, an estimated 90% of which will have Type 2 Diabetes.
Stroke survivors display powerful artwork at the Peoples Gallery
The artwork of seven stroke survivors has gone on public display to show there is life after a stroke. The […]
“This is just the start” – Langworthy Reds tackle stigma of mental health problems
After losing one of their own nearly six years ago, local rugby club Langworthy Reds have decided to face the stigma that is mental health.
New In Salford
New research shows increase in child poverty in local schools
Swinton training academy offering young people a chance to construct a future
Emergency services attend fire on a commercial site in Little Hulton
Work begins on highly sustainable social housing for older people in Salford
Two people ‘seriously injured’ in Barton Aerodrome plane crash
New In Sport
Salford Red Devils hoping to secure points on Magic Weekend
Salford City travel to Carlisle hoping to secure a playoff position
Salford Red Devils Chris Atkin joins Castleford Tigers
Swinton Lions beaten by a high-scoring Workington Town
Salford City’s ticket allocation sold out for away trip to Carlisle
New in Lifestyle
Stories brought to life at the new immersive art experience at MediaCity
New Italian focaccia sandwich shop opens on Chapel Street
Lowry celebrates 25th anniversary and receives ‘birthday wishes’ from familiar faces
VNAM reveal new menu at Salford Quays Kargo MKT
Grade II listed Salford Town Hall celebrates 200 years
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