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Press releases September 2010

FLU CAMPAIGN LAUNCHES TO HELP PEOPLE STAY PROTECTED THIS WINTER - September 30

 NHS Oldham’s chief executive is encouraging those most at risk of developing serious complications from seasonal flu to get a free jab.

Nursing Expert Boosts Oldham Children’s Community Nursing Team - September 20

Health services for children, young people and families in Oldham have been boosted by the appointment of a teenage health expert to lead the Oldham Children’s Community Nursing Team.

PATIENTS SHARE THEIR THOUGHTS ON NHS SERVICES - September 16

Ninety per cent of Oldham patients are satisfied with the overall care they receive from their GP practice.

NHS BOARD MEMBERS SHOW CLEAN HANDS ARE KEY TO INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL - September 1

Nurses will be checking that NHS Oldham board members know how to wash their hands properly, as part of an infection control drive launching at September’s board meeting.