Liga Primary Care Network

30/10/2026

💙 Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week 2026 💙

Not all disabilities are visible. Not all challenges can be seen.

From 18–24 October, Invisible Disabilities Week raised awareness of the millions of people living with conditions that aren't always obvious to others.

Invisible disabilities can include:
💙 Autism and ADHD
💙 Chronic pain and fatigue conditions
💙 Mental health conditions
💙 Hearing impairments
💙 Epilepsy and neurological conditions
💙 Long-term conditions such as Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis

Someone may look perfectly well on the outside while experiencing pain, exhaustion, sensory overload, anxiety or other challenges that affect their daily life.

💬 A little understanding can make a big difference.

✨ Be kind – you never know what someone else is experiencing.
✨ Listen without judgement – everyone's experience is different.
✨ Don't make assumptions based on appearance.
✨ Remember that someone doesn't need to look unwell to deserve understanding, support or reasonable adjustments.

At LiGA Primary Care Network, we believe everyone deserves to feel heard, respected and supported when accessing healthcare.

💙 You don't have to see a disability for it to be real.

Let's continue raising awareness, challenging misconceptions and making our communities more inclusive for everyone.

29/10/2026

WORLD STROKE DAY 🧠

When a stroke happens, every minute matters.

Remember FAST:

🙂 Face – has their face fallen on one side?

💪 Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there?

🗣️ Speech – is their speech slurred or confused?

⏰ Time – call 999 immediately if you notice any of these signs.

Even if the symptoms disappear, seek emergency help.

Knowing FAST could help you save someone's life.

26/10/2026

WINTER VACCINATIONS 💉

Winter viruses can be more serious for people with certain health conditions.

If you've been invited for a seasonal vaccination, please consider taking up the offer.

Vaccination helps protect you from becoming seriously unwell and can be particularly important for older people and those living with certain long-term conditions.

Check your NHS messages or contact your GP practice if you're unsure whether you're eligible.

21/10/2026

MEET THE PCN: CLINICAL PHARMACISTS 💊

Did you know that Clinical Pharmacists work as part of our Primary Care Network team?

Clinical Pharmacists are experts in medicines and work alongside GPs and other healthcare professionals to help patients get the most from their medication.

Their work can include medication reviews, supporting people taking multiple medicines, monitoring treatment and helping manage long-term conditions.

Over the coming months we'll be introducing more of the different professionals working across LiGA PCN.

18/10/2026

WORLD MENOPAUSE DAY 🌸

Menopause can affect much more than periods.

Symptoms can include hot flushes and night sweats, but also changes in mood, difficulty sleeping, brain fog, headaches, joint or muscle pain, palpitations and changes to sexual or urinary health.

Everyone's experience is different – and you don't simply have to "put up with it".

If symptoms are affecting your everyday life, speak to your GP practice about the support and treatment options available.

16/10/2026

OCTOBER HALF-TERM

Looking for something fun and active to do this half term? We've got a great range of walking and cycling activities for children and families across the borough.

Whether you'd like to enjoy a family walk with a Halloween twist, learn to ride a bike, or take part in a family cycle ride, we'd love to see you there!

👻 Halloween Walking Activities

Join us for some spooky seasonal fun this half term!

Family Halloween Walk - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo

📍 Mesnes Park Lodge
📅 Tuesday 27 October
🕚 11:00am - 12:00pm

Take part in the Witch's Missing Spell Nature Hunt and help solve the mystery while exploring the park.

Halloween Walk - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo

📍 Borsdane Woods
📅 Wednesday 28 October
🕐 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Join us for a spooky woodland walk and Halloween games.

Family Hub Halloween Walk - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo

📍 Lilford Park, Leigh (Meet at WN7 1JE)
📅 Friday 30 October
🕐 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Join Leigh Family Hub and Be Well for a Halloween scavenger hunt, clues, treats and plenty of outdoor fun.

🚴 Cycling Activities

Tuesday 27 October

Be Well Bike Club (6-12 years) - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
📍 Robin Park Arena Athletics Track
🕔 5:00pm - 6:00pm

A fun cycling session designed to build confidence, skills and enjoyment of cycling.

Wednesday 28 October

Learn to Ride (5-11 years) - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
📍 The Hide Café, Pennington Flash
🕘 9:00am - 10:00am

Perfect for children learning to ride independently.

Family Pop-Up Ride - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
📍 The Hide Café, Pennington Flash
🕙 10:00am - 12:00pm

Enjoy a family-friendly ride with our qualified instructors. Bring your own bike or borrow one of ours.

Thursday 29 October

Family Hub, Leigh (WN7 1XL)

Learn to Ride (5-11 years) - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
🕘 9:00am - 10:00am

Perfect for children learning to ride independently.

Bikeability Balance (4-6 years) - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
🕙 10:00am - 10:45am

A fun introduction to cycling for younger children, helping them develop balance and confidence.

Learn to Ride (5-11 years) - Activity Slot Details - Book | GladstoneGo
🕚 11:00am - 12:00pm

A second session for children who want to learn or improve their cycling skills.

Booking is essential for all our Half Term activities.

14/10/2026

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS ❤️

Do you know your blood pressure?

High blood pressure often causes no symptoms, but over time it can increase your risk of serious conditions including heart disease and stroke.

Checking your blood pressure is quick and simple, and there are lots of opportunities to have it checked – including through community pharmacies and healthcare services.

Knowing your numbers is one small step towards looking after your future health.

11/10/2026

10/10/2026

10 OCTOBER – WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 💚

Today is World Mental Health Day.

Mental health is health – and struggling doesn't always look obvious.

It might mean feeling constantly exhausted or overwhelmed, withdrawing from people, struggling to sleep, feeling anxious or simply not feeling like yourself.

You don't need to wait until things reach crisis point before asking for help.

If you're struggling, please talk to someone you trust and reach out for support.

And perhaps use today as a reminder to check in on somebody else too. 💚

05/10/2026

WHAT IS LiGA PCN? 👋
You may have seen the name LiGA Primary Care Network – but what actually is a PCN?
LiGA brings together eight local GP practices to work collaboratively and provide services for our communities.
Alongside the teams you already know at your GP practice, our PCN workforce includes healthcare professionals working across practices in areas including medicines, physiotherapy, care coordination and more.
Over the coming months, we'll be introducing some of our teams and explaining how different parts of primary care can help you.
Follow our page to find out more. 💙