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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
Advice and Information
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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
Advice and Information
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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
Advice and Information
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Staying healthy and well this Winter
The winter months bring many health and care challenges from Covid-19 to the flu, from loneliness to family stresses and strains.
9 December 2020
News
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Dentistry and the impact of COVID-19
Read what over 1,300 people have told Healthwatch about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020.
9 December 2020
Report
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NHS Coronavirus vaccine roll-out begins across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
The first coronavirus vaccinations have been given to patients and will gradually being rolled out across the region. You can find out what to expect here.
9 December 2020
News
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Introducing the Wessex Cancer Alliance's Patient, Carer and Public Involvement Network
The Wessex Cancer Alliance Patient, Carer and Public Involvement Network aims to involve a diverse range of people from across Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and is looking for people to get involved. Find out how you can have your say.
30 November 2020
News
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NHS 111: How do I book a timeslot at A&E?
From the 1 December you’ll be able to book a slot at your local A&E if you need to by calling NHS 111. Find out what is changing and what it means for you and your loved ones.
30 November 2020
News
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CQC reports on findings of Covid-19 in-patient survey
The results of CQC’s coronavirus (COVID-19) inpatient survey have been published and they show that most people were positive about the care and treatment they received in hospital during the first wave of the pandemic.
30 November 2020
Report
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CQC Community mental health survey - see the results for your local trust
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) asked over 17,000 people who received NHS community mental health services about their experiences of care during the previous 12 months.
30 November 2020
News
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Carers Rights Day – Survey reveals half of Hampshire unpaid carers are unaware of carer’s assessments
Today is Carers Rights Day and the theme is Know Your Rights. Our survey of unpaid carers showed many are unaware of their rights and support that is available.
25 November 2020
News
Hampshire Together
Your views needed on proposed changes to North and Mid-Hampshire health services
A programme of change for the way health services are organised in North and Mid-Hampshire has been published by Hampshire Together. The plans include developing a hospital, and a public consultation is due to start in 2021.
24 November 2020
News