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The NHS Covid-19 App is now available

The NHS COVID-19 app has been launched to help notify users if they have come into contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19.

25 September 2020

Residential care survey being undertaken by Hampshire County Council

Hampshire County Council is looking into residential care in light of COVID-19 and asking people to take part in a survey.

23 September 2020

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Health services in Botley, Hedge End and surrounding areas

NHS West Hampshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is engaging with people living in the Botley, Hedge End, West End, Bursledon, Netley and Hamble-Le-Rice area about their local health and wellbeing services.

23 September 2020

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9 September 2020

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Words Save Lives - Organ Donation Week 7 - 13 September

Did you know that organ donation has changed in some parts of the UK?

7 September 2020

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Know your numbers week - 7 - 13 September 2020

It's Know Your Numbers Week - 7 - 13 September 2020 - which encourages people to get their blood pressure tested. Many people have high blood pressure without knowing it which can cause other health problems.

4 September 2020

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World Suicide Prevention Day – September 10 - Take a Minute

Every year September 10 is dedicated as World Suicide Prevention Day to raise awareness of this issue which devastates families around the world. Over 800,000 people die by suicide annually, representing 1 person every 40 seconds.

4 September 2020

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Understanding Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

As part of this year’s World Alzheimer’s Month and World Alzheimer’s Day (21 September), we’re raising awareness about the myths and stigma of dementia.

4 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.

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How can you find an NHS dentist during COVID-19

Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

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Keeping families connected - good practice from outstanding care homes

During the COVID-19 pandemic there have been considerable challenges in Hampshire’s care homes, including how to keep families in touch with their relatives. This report highlights good practice.

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.

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