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Social care: What is in the new plan?
Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and how it compares with what people have told Healthwatch England nationally.
7 December 2021
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Government Covid-19 plan for autumn and winter
The Government recently published its COVID-19 autumn and winter plan, which you can read more about below.
27 September 2021
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What to expect when waiting for care
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.
6 September 2021
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Guidance for patients using ambulance patient transport services on wearing a mask
Anyone using ambulance patient transport services to attend their clinic or appointment must continue to wear a face covering in line with NHS guidelines for hospitals and other health services.
31 August 2021
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COVID 19 Communications support pack for community leaders, groups and charities
We have moved to the final step of the Government’s roadmap for managing COVID 19 and there are new changes we all need to be aware of.
19 August 2021
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Managing your mental health as lockdown eases
The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing.
21 July 2021
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COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.
21 July 2021
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Making Every Contact Count - Signposting service for public sector and VCSE organisations
Making Every Contact Count (MECC) helps public sector, voluntary and charity staff share healthy lifestyle messages and services with the public in the North East and North Cumbria.
4 June 2021
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Mental Health & Debt Guide
Martin Lewis, the Money Saving Expert has written a great mental health and debt guide with the help of Mind, Rethink Mental Illness and CAP.
26 May 2021
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Six things you should expect from social care support
People have told Healthwatch England they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should expect from care services, according to new guidelines.
19 May 2021
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COVID-19: What you need to know when visiting a care home
Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.
17 May 2021
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Which COVID-19 test is right for you?
Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out 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.
19 April 2021