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Help us help you to get the treatment you need – advice and information on using the NHS during the pandemic
If you need medical help you should still contact your GP practice, use NHS 111 online or call 111. If you are told to go to hospital it is important that you go to hospital.
9 December 2020
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Live Self Care for Life​
Tips, advice and guidance on self care, and how to ‘live’ self care for a happier, healthier life​.
16 November 2020
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How to communicate better with people with hearing loss
COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.
2 November 2020
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Coronavirus is affecting my mental health – what can I do?
The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed.
15 October 2020
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Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?
Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.
15 October 2020
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Everything you need to know about flu vaccines this winter
Those aged 50 - 64 are now eligible for flu vaccine throughout December due to changes to the vaccine programme for this year. The following article is a set of questions and answers around the 2020/2021 flu vaccination programme.
13 October 2020
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Covid-19: What to do when someone has died
Losing someone to Covid-19 is heart-breaking, but there is also a lot to think about when making arrangements. Here are some resources to help support people in managing the difficult task of losing someone to illness and Covid-19.
28 September 2020
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Support for carers – vital sources of support and information for unpaid carers
Many people have become carers for older, disabled or seriously ill friends and relatives as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and are juggling new intense caring responsibilities with work and other life challenges. Here are some useful resources.
25 September 2020
Sign up for the Healthwatch Hampshire Newsletter
Sign up for our Healthwatch Hampshire newsletter to receive a quarterly email newsletter highlighting all of the work and projects we have been carrying out in the county. The newsletter also features health news from around the county.
9 September 2020
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How to get an NHS dental appointment during COVID-19
Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.
25 August 2020
Top tips for using virtual health and care services
Working with National Voices, Traverse, and PPL, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.
19 August 2020
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How Healthwatch Hampshire is working in response to the coronavirus outbreak
Neil, Kate, Claudine and Alex are working with our board and Help & Care headquarters to explore ways of delivering our services as effectively as possible under these unusual circumstances.
9 March 2020