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Collecting GP data - advice for the public

NHS Digital's collection of GP data will support vital health and care planning and research. Here we share how and why your data is being used, and what to do if you don't want your data shared.

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New Urgent and Emergency Care Services - GWH

Following a successful bid of £30million of government funding, Great Western Hospital is working up plans to expand and improve its Urgent and Emergency Care services, to create a more streamlined and efficient service.

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Let us know what you think about the COVID-19 vaccine

As the vaccination programme continues we ask for your thoughts on the delivery of COVID-19 vaccines in Swindon. The NHS is doing everything they can but there might be things that can be improved.

A Big Thank You to our Volunteers!

It’s Volunteer Week from 1st – 7th June, and we want to say a huge thank you to our fantastic team of Healthwatch Swindon Volunteers!

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Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for a radical rethink of NHS dentistry

New data indicates the dental crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care during the last COVID-19 lockdown.

New Integrated Care System to hold their first public board meeting

Health and care organisations from across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire will come together later this month for the first official board meeting in public as the region’s new integrated care system.

More GP appointments to be offered face-to-face to those who need it

NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

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Foster Care Fortnight 2021 - putting fostering under the spotlight

In recognition of Foster Care Fortnight, we are putting the spotlight on fostering a child, sharing foster care stories, and how you can get involved.

Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen communities focus of new COVID vaccine film

A new film featuring renowned Romany journalist, Jake Bowers, explores what traveling communities can do to help with the pandemic and encourages them to have the COVID vaccine.

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Dementia Action Awareness Week - 17 - 21 May

In the UK alone, more than 920,000 people are living with dementia. The Alzheimer's Society expects this to rise to over a million by 2024. Monday 17 May sees the launch of Dementia Action Week. We look at what's on offer and how you can help?

Focus on Mental Health - Connect With Nature

The last year put a sharp focus on mental health as we have all been faced with challenges and change. This year's theme for Mental Health Awareness week is nature. We take a look at how nature can help well-being and tips to manage your wellbeing.

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Which dentists are taking on NHS patients and offering appointments?

Find out which dentists are taking on NHS patients in Swindon and who are offering appointments here.

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