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In celebration of National HIV Testing Week 2026, we are launching Click & Collect Rapid HIV Tests

Simply fill out the online form and then collect your test the next working day from our Manchester City Centre location. You can then do the test in the comfort of your own home on your own terms.

10.02.2026 15:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*NEW SERVICE LAUNCH*

πŸ”— Click the link to order now: thebha.org.uk/gmtesting/

#NHTW #ITest #HIV #HIVTestingWeek #GreaterManchester #Manchester #Salford #Stockport #Trafford #Wigan #Bury #Bolton #Tameside #Rochdale #Oldham @gmpash

10.02.2026 15:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

HIV can affect anyone, and testing is the only way to know your HIV status. Whatever the result, it helps you stay in control of your health.

BHA offer many different testing options, such as community testing, bookable appointments and home testing.

10.02.2026 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*National HIV Testing Week 2026*

πŸ”— Click the link to access our free testing options: thebha.org.uk/gmtesting/

#NHTW #HIV #HIVTestingWeek #ITest #GreaterManchester #Manchester #Salfod #Stockport #Bury #Wigan #Bolton #Tameside #Oldham #Rochdale #Trafford

10.02.2026 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Today marks the beginning of National HIV Testing Week 2026!
BHA, along with the PaSH partnership, will be increasing testing opportunities and community outreach throughout the week.

We offer QUICK, FREE and DISCREET testing in the community, by bookable appointment or through our postal service.

09.02.2026 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*National HIV Testing Week 2026*

πŸ”— Click the link for all our testing options: thebha.org.uk/gmtesting/

#NHTW #HIV #HIVTestingWeek #ITest #GreaterManchester #Manchester #Bolton #Wigan #Rochdale #Oldham #Trafford #Tameside #Bury # Salford #Stockport

09.02.2026 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our 2025 impact in Greater Manchester!
From outreach and testing to resources and prevention tools, we're working every day to improve sexual health outcomes and reduce health inequalities for ethnically minoritised communities.
Every number tells a story of outreach, support and community impact.

26.01.2026 10:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It's not too late to make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good.
βœ… Save money
βœ… Live healthier
βœ… Protect others

You can get support close to home through community drop in sessions, phone call appointments and in person support across Greater Manchester.

#stopsmoking #greatermanchester

06.01.2026 11:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*Join us at Walkden Medical Centre for an open afternoon on Thursday 8th January 12pm-3pm*

We will be at this event offering:
▢️ Free HIV Testing
▢️ Sexual Health Advice
▢️ Comprehensive Resources
▢️ Translated versions

05.01.2026 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The closing date for receipt of applications is midnight Sunday, 18th January 2026.
Interviews will be held on the 27th of January 2026.

#job #HepB #HepatitisB #health #healthequity #Manchester #Stockport #Bury #Wigan #Rochdale #Tameside #Trafford #Oldham #Salford #Bolton

23.12.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0


You can apply by completing the Application Form on our website and sending it to recruitment@thebha.org.uk.

If you would like more information about the post, please contact Elisabete Miranda to arrange an informal telephone discussion (Elisabete@thebha.org.uk).

23.12.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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*We're Hiring - Peer Navigator (HEP B)*

BHA for Equality is looking for a Peer Navigator to support people living with Hepatitis B across Greater Manchester. This role uses lived experience to provide practical and emotional support, working closely with clinical teams and community partners.

23.12.2025 13:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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New Year, new you. Make 2026 the year you quit smoking.

Find your local stop smoking service: www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-health-services/stop-smoking-support-services

#stopsmoking #smokingcessation #greatermanchester #gm

10.12.2025 11:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Get your FREE CONDOMS for Christmas and New year
Click the link to order now: thebha.org.uk/gmcondoms/

06.12.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*ORDER CONDOMS IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS*

Order BEFORE 18th December 2024
(Any orders after this date will be sent out on 2nd January 2025)

#condoms #gmpash #yoursexualhealthmatters #christmas #manchester #bolton #oldham #tameside #trafford #stockport #bury #rochdale #wigan #salford

06.12.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

We are key partners in ending transmissions through our delivery of prevention, testing, treatment support and advocacy, offering culturally competent care and amplifying marginalised voices.

05.12.2025 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

BHA has embodied the community-led approach for over 35 years and continues to ensure that Black and ethnic minority communities receive care that understands their cultural contexts, addresses stigma, and provides safe spaces for honest conversations about sexual health.

05.12.2025 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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#CommunityHealth #PeerSupport #HIVCare #HealthEquity #CulturalCompetence

05.12.2025 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The barriers? Low awareness, structural factors, stigma, and services that aren't designed with Black and ethnic minority communities at the centre.

We know what works: culturally competent outreach, trusted community leadership, and peer-led programmes.

04.12.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV. But effective prevention only works when everyone who needs it can access it.

#PrEP #HIVPrevention #HealthInequality #BHA

04.12.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Along with the @gmpash Partnership, BHA offered free, simple and confidential testing across Greater Manchester. The week concluded on Monday 1st December which coincided with World AIDS Day 2025. PaSH marked this important day with a candlelit vigil in Manchester City Centre.

04.12.2025 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*Greater Manchester Testing Week 2025*

#SortSTIs #SortHIV #SortSTIs #GMTestingWeek #WorldAidsDay #WAD2025 #gmpash #Manchester #Oldham #Stockport #Bolton #Bury #Wigan #Rochdale #Tameside #Salford #Trafford

04.12.2025 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good πŸŽ‰

Have look at some tips on how to stay quit here: www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober2025 #greatermanchester

28.10.2025 09:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Our 7th history post is from one of BHA's Community Engagement and Development workers, Faith Tavengwa.

Faith shares her experiences whilst working in the community and how much progress BHA has made in breaking stigma and barriers to healthcare.

24.10.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Wednesday 29th October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History

24.10.2025 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Our 6th history post is from one of BHA's Sexual Health Leads (Greater Manchester & Liverpool), Bothwell Chikomba.

Bothwell shares his first hand experience of our STI & HIV testing services and how they impact our users, creating real change every day.

22.10.2025 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Friday 24th October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History

22.10.2025 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Don't quit quitting! Just one more week until you're five times more likely to quit for good πŸŽ‰

Until then, have a look at some tips on how to stay strong and keep going!
www.nhs.uk/better-healt...

#stoptober2025 #stoptober #quitsmoking #greatermanchester #smokingcessation

21.10.2025 08:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Our 5th history post is from BHA's Sexual Health Services Programme Lead (Greater Manchester & Liverpool), Elisabete Miranda.

Elisabete shares some highlights from the 8 years she has worked for BHA. Including the development of our PaSH Partnership and BHA winning the GSK Impact Award.

20.10.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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*BHA HISTORY + BLACK HISTORY MONTH*

NEXT BHA HISTORY POST: Wednesday 22nd October

#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistoryMonth2025 #BlackHistoryMonthUK #Health #HealthEquity #HIV #GreaterManchester #Liverpool #Wakefield #Leeds #Coventry #Warwickshire #History

20.10.2025 15:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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