1. Patient Participation Forum - February 2017 Meeting Notes

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    Take a look at our meeting notes and presentation slides from our Patient Participation Group Forum held at Sanford House on 9 February 2017.

  2. Eldene and West Health Centres Enter and View Report - February 2017

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    In 2017 we visited Eldene and West Health Centres to find out more about the range of services provided, to compare the experience of users, patients and staff with that at other practices and to make practical recommendations about physical aspects.

  3. Patient Participation Forum - April 2017 Meeting Notes

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    Take a look at our meeting notes and presentation slides from our Patient Participation Group Forum held at Sanford House on 5 April 2017.

  4. Patient Participation Forum - June 2017 Meeting Notes

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    Take a look at our meeting notes and presentation slides from our Patient Participation Group Forum held at Sanford House on 12 June 2017.

  5. Annual Report 2016/17

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    Read our annual report for 2017/18 to find out about the work we've done and our plans for the year ahead.

  6. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  7. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  8. Oral health and dental services in Swindon survey

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    We wanted to find out if the dental system works for all who use it, as well as speaking to those who are not having their needs met.

  9. Wroughton and Swindon NHS Health Centres Enter and View Reports - October 2017

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    In 2017 we visited Wroughton and Swindon NHS Health Centres to find out about the services provided, to compare the experience of users, patients and staff with that at other practices and to make practical recommendations about physical aspects.

  10. Patient Participation Forum - October 2017 Meeting Notes

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    Take a look at our meeting notes from our Patient Participation Group Forum held at Sanford House on 27 October 2017.
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  11. Adults' Health, Adults' Care and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee

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  12. Adults' Health, Adults' Care and Housing Overview and Scrutiny Committee

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  13. Children's Health, Social Care and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee

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  14. Children's Health, Social Care and Education Overview and Scrutiny Committee

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  15. PPG Chairs meeting August 2020

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    This report contains notes of a virtual meeting of the Healthwatch Swindon PPG chairs/acting chairs held by Zoom on 4 August 2020.

  16. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

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    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  17. Maternity support during COVID-19

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    Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

  18. How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

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    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.

  19. Chat Together - New Digital Support Group for bowel cancer patients

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  20. Chat Together - New Digital Support Group for bowel cancer patients

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  21. Community Pot 2020/21: Harbour Project Survey Report

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    Late in 2019, we invited bids from non-profit organisations in Swindon for a small amount of funding to undertake a survey with their contacts or members. These were likely to be people from whom we otherwise did not hear. Covid-19 intervened.

  22. Swindon Cancer Partnership Group looks to expand its numbers

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    People whose lives have been touched by cancer can come together as part of a group and have their collective voices listened to by experts from the Great Western Hospital.

  23. COVID-19 Vaccination rollout in Swindon

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    As numbers having their COVID-19 vaccine increase, we share a few pictures of local residents receiving theirs and chat to one of them about their experience. Along with advice on how to attend your vaccination appointment if you lack transport.

  24. "Don't call us, we will call you," plea health leaders as COVID vaccination rollout ramps up

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    Health leaders call for patience as all GP-led, community-based coronavirus vaccination sites in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire open meaning everyone in the area aged 80 or over will be invited to for their Covid-19 vaccine.

  25. COVID concerns stop 1 in 3 women from attending cervical screening invitations

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    A survey conducted by the Eve Appeal charity has found that nearly 1 in 3 women who didn't attend their cervical screening test when invited in the last twelve months did so because of coronavirus concerns.

  26. NHS asks public to play their part in time of COVID pressures

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    The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire is working with its partners from across the region to support frontline health and care staff and are asking the public to do the same through various small actions.

  27. Community Pot 2020/21: Swindon Interactive Arts Service Report

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    Late in 2019, we invited bids from non-profit organisations in Swindon for a small amount of funding to undertake a survey with their contacts or members. Swindon Interactive Arts Services was one of the recipients of this fund. Find out more.

  28. Healthwatch Swindon News Bites January 2021

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    In this month's newsletter, we will be sharing how you are helping Healthwatch, to help you; with the latest report on our Because We All Care campaign and how Every Mind Matters can make inside feel better.

  29. Raising Awareness of Reasonable Adjustments

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  30. Services and volunteers unite to support NHS rollout of life saving vaccine

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    NHS staff working across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire to deliver the lifesaving coronavirus vaccine have been given a helping hand on the frontline by local fire crews, volunteers, and military personnel.

  31. COVID-19 vaccination - rollout of letters to Clinically Extremely Vulnerable people

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    From Wednesday 3 February, people aged 18 and over in the clinically extremely vulnerable group will start receiving letters inviting them to book their COVID-19 vaccine.

  32. Interested in becoming a Peer Support Volunteer Coordinator?

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    Have you experienced mental distress or mental health issues? Would you like to use your own experiences to support others who are going through something similar? Do you live in the Swindon area?

  33. Healthwatch warns of dentistry crisis as public concerns continue

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    New data gathered by Healthwatch England shows access to NHS dentistry remains a huge problem for the public amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

  34. CQC publishes report on Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust’s forensic inpatient and secure wards

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    Following a recent inspection, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report today on the forensic inpatient and secure wards at Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust at its Fromeside site.

  35. Swindon Council offer symptom-free COVID testing to carers and those not able to work from home

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    As of Monday 15 February, Swindon Borough Council has announced that symptom-free testing will be made available to carers and those unable to work from home.

  36. Preparing for Adulthood Transitions Roadshow 2021

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  37. BSW CCG Governing Body Meeting in Public

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  38. Changes to the Shielded Patient List and Clinically Extremely Vulnerable shielding

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    Up to 1.7 million people have been added to the shielding list as shielding guidance is extended to the 31st of March 2021. Clinically extremely vulnerable people who were advised to shield previously will receive letters advising of the extension.

  39. Primary Care Patient Engagement Forum at Abbey Meads Medical Group and Moredon Medical Centre

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  40. NIHR ARC West - Showcase of applied health research.

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  41. A conversation about the COVID-19 vaccines

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  42. Healthwatch Swindon News Bites February 2021

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    In this month's newsletter, we will be sharing news on shielding, accessing affordable counselling services, and a vaccine Q&A session with an expert panel.

  43. New Online Youth Club launches to encourage young people to interact

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    A new online youth club has launched to combat social isolation by encouraging young people of all ages to interact, have fun, and care for their mental wellbeing.

  44. Invitation for COVID vaccine extended to unpaid carers between 18-64 years old

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    Across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire, unpaid carers aged between 18 and 64 are now being invited for a Covid-19 Vaccination.

  45. NHS acknowledge delays on complaint responses in light of COVID pressures

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    In February, NHS England and Improvement acknowledged that NHS providers may take longer to investigate and respond to complaints. This is to allow providers to concentrate on front-line duties and responsiveness to coronavirus (COVID-19).

  46. Transgender people asked to help improve the NHS Gender Identity Services in the South West

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    Transgender and gender-diverse individuals who are over 16 years old and live in the South West area are being encouraged to take part in an online survey to help improve NHS Gender Identity Services.

  47. COVID-19 - One year on from the declaration of a global pandemic

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    Thursday 11th March marked a year since the World Health Organisation declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.

  48. Back to School resources for parents and students

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    As of the 8th March, all primary school and secondary school students in England began to return to school. In support, safety measures have been put in place; from lateral flow testing to wearing masks in class. Here, we share some resources.