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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. -
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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.
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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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The Healthwatch Advisory Board set our priorities in April 2020. Part of our focus has been on providing up-to-date information on health and social care services. In this report, we explore what we have heard from people and how we responded. -
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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.
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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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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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We’re keen to hear from patients registered at an NHS GP practice. -
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The move to more digitally-led healthcare has worked well for some but excluded others over the past year. Our report explores how people have been excluded and what needs to happen to get the care they need. -
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Our new report explores people's experiences of digital and remote healthcare and sets out five principles for post-COVID19 care to ensure no one is left behind. -
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Read our annual report for 2020/21 and find out about all the hard work carried out by our team and our wonderful volunteers throughout the year. -
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If you have used the Emergency Department or have been an inpatient at GWH since 1 March 2021 we want to hear from you. -
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The latest COVID-19 vaccines briefing is now available to help answer your questions. -
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Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait. -
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With so many NHS Dentists at capacity, find out how to access urgent Dental care here. -
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The flu virus kills almost 11,000 people and hospitalises tens of thousands more in England in an average year. It’s more important than ever to get your flu jab this year.
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In this month's newsletter we welcome our new team, hear what we have been up to and the latest advice on how GP practices are currently working along with NHS Dental services. -
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The NHS in England is changing, with plans in place to change the way that health and care services are managed. -
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We're delighted to announce that Louise Ansari has been appointed as our new National Director at Healthwatch England. -
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Save the date in your diary! -
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In this month's news you can hear what we have been up to and find out about some of the great resources currently available. -
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Help us spread a little Joy and share your Good News Story. -
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A joint Healthwatch project looking at the experiences of patients using the Great Western Hospital (GWH) in Swindon has revealed that while most people were satisfied with the care they'd received, there were areas where improvements could be made. -
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All the latest information for the New Year. -
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Organisations across BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire share their views on how mental health support could be provided closer to people's homes and in their communities. -
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Over the last few months we have been investigating how easy is it to access NHS Dentistry across Swindon. -
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Find out all the latest health and social care resources available in Swindon here! -
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Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change. -
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COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result. -
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This month we're asking for your experience of accessing health and social care during 2021 along with the latest resources available in Swindon. -
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Giving young people a voice in Swindon!
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For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP. -
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This month we share the latest news along with how to sign up to our Young Healthwatch. -
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Kingwood Surgery and Carfax Medical Centre will merge from the beginning of next month. -
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Improvements made at Swindon's Great Western Hospital based on your feedback. -
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This month we share details about what's on in Swindon for Mental Health week, Stroke Associations 'Here For You' and much more. -
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Your Health & Care Digest. Sharing local resources and much more. -
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Not sure what Long Covid is? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support. -
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The Local Offer is the “go to” website for residents in Swindon with a support need, enabling adults, children, young people and families to access information and advice on education, health and care services to help empower them. -
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Do you need support complaining about a NHS service? VoiceAbility provide free advocacy for Swindon residents who wish to make a complaint about a NHS service.
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Read our annual report for 2021/22 and find out about all the engagement and conversations had by our team and our wonderful volunteers throughout the year. -
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In this months newsletter we provide you updates on the Integrated Care Board, the latest news from Swindon's local health and care organisations plus more! -
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Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our report of our latest findings here. -
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This month we share the latest health and care news in Swindon along with where to meet us in the community. -
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Two of the Healthwatch Swindon and Bath and North East Somerset team (Amritpal Kaur and Ann-Marie Scott) attended the NHS Confed Expo in Liverpool on 15 & 16th June 2022. -
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Our Young Healthwatch Report investigates what support is available for Young People in Swindon and how eating disorders can affect a young persons mental health and wellbeing