bowel cancer
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second biggest cancer killer. Over 42,000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer every year in the UK.
31 March 2021
Autism Week
Healthwatch Hampshire is proud to support World Autism Awareness Week 2021
Support for World Autism week is needed now more than ever. The coronavirus pandemic has been particularly tough for many autistic people and their families.
26 March 2021
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Supporting a safe return of family and friends to care homes
We are delighted the Government has published new Guidance on care home visiting. It acknowledges that “welcoming anyone into care homes from the community inevitably brings risk of COVID-19 transmission.
9 March 2021
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Online directory
This online directory lists useful sources of information and advice for carers.
3 March 2021
eating disorders
Eating Disorders Awareness Week (1-7 March)
We are supporting Eating Disorder week which is taking place 1-7 March 2021. Beat is hosting the campaign to create a future where people experiencing binge eating disorder are met with understanding and compassion.
1 March 2021
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How to register with a GP or family doctor
It's important to register with your GP to make sure you get the appropriate health and care support. It's particularly important to be registered if you plan to receive the coronavirus vaccine, or if you are an unpaid carer.
3 February 2021
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Ask for Ani
New domestic violence campaign - just ask for Ani
19 January 2021
vaccine
COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.
15 January 2021
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Mental health support information and advice for Hampshire
Mental health affects all of us at some point in our lives but there are plenty of sources of advice support and information. We have compiled a list of useful support resources for Hampshire residents in need of support information and advice.
9 December 2020
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Keeping safe and well in the community – advice and guidance
There are many ways in which vulnerable adults can suffer or be taken advantage of so we have collated this guide to keeping safe and well in the community.
9 December 2020
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Coping with loneliness and isolation – support, information and guidance
For those living alone sometimes loneliness and isolation can become unbearable and have an impact on their mental and physical health.
9 December 2020
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Coping with family pressures – advice and information
The winter months bring extra challenges with financial pressures, families all under one roof, and combined with the stress of coping with Covid-19 this year.
9 December 2020