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Healthwatch teams across the North East have seen a significant increase in concerns from the public around getting to see their local dentist. -
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Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help. -
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A joint survey with The Tees Valley Healthwatch Network and Tees, Esk and Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) enabled us to gain an insight into people’s experiences of accessing mental health and wellbeing services in Stockton-on-Tees. -
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St John Ambulance are looking for Community Advocates! If you are confident in communicating with different groups of people and are passionate about promoting lifesaving skills to the public, then the Community Advocate role is for you. -
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Tees, Esk & Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) is promoting a consultation called "Let's Talk About Improving" to find out more from the public about how its mental health, autism and learning disability services should operate in the future. -
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Ben and Nikki Brown from The White House Care Home in Stockton are our latest Community Champions, who have shown outstanding effort in their roles and gone the extra mile for residents and their families throughout the pandemic. -
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Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council are seeking feedback on how local communities and organisations can support more children, young people and adults to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. -
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The latest edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter is now available online and to download. -
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The nation’s health faces enormous challenges. Find out in Healthwatch England's Annual Report to Parliament how your feedback has helped NHS and social care services improve care and its plans for the future. -
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As we continue to support the community’s health and social care and provide a listening ear for people, our Chair Peter Smith gives his views on the local health and social care landscape, and the need for renewed enthusiasm over the next 12 months. -
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As part of our 'Your Care, Your Way' campaign, we have set out five headline recommendations to help health and care services ensure that people who have communication needs are given their healthcare information in the way they need it. -
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The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services. -
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At the end of 2021, Healthwatch teams across the North East worked collaboratively to gain feedback from the general public about their experiences of local dentistry. -
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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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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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A response from Tees Valley Clinical Commissioning Group (TV CCG) and Tees, Esk & Wear Valley NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) to Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees' Community Mental Health Needs Report. -
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A response from North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust (NTH NHS FT) to Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees' Community Mental Health Needs Report. -
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Following research in 2020 and 2021 into the impact of Covid-19 on mental health and wellbeing and mental health support services, Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees engaged further with the public to seek their views and experiences over the past year. -
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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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Halo Project supports Black and minoritised victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and hidden harms, including forced marriage, honour-based abuse and female genital mutilation. -
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The Well Aware Course from Pioneering Care Partnership offers a fun and friendly four week course to help improve your wellbeing and boost your confidence. -
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NHS Tees Valley Clinical Commissioning Group has provided the opening hours for pharmacies across Teesside for the Easter weekend. -
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Stockton-on-Tees Health & Wellbeing Board is responsible for the production of a Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA). A review of Stockton-on-Tees's PNA has been undertaken and, as required, a 60-day consultation is underway for the revised draft. -
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The Stockton-on-Tees Community Wellbeing Champion network provides information and support around wider health issues as well as the latest Covid-19 guidance in the borough of Stockton-on-Tees. -
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Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees engaged with the public across the Borough to seek their views and experiences of local dental services over the past year, in addition to a number of queries on NHS dentists through the Information & Signposting service. -
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The latest edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter is now available online and to download. -
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Kooth’s Guide to Coping with Exam Stress
Exam season can be incredibly stressful for students of all ages. Download the guide for some tips and tricks to help you cope with exam stress.
These are just a few techniques to try, what really matters is finding what works best for you. -
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NHS Tees Valley Clinical Commissioning Group has provided the opening hours for pharmacies across Teesside for the Queen's Jubilee June Bank Holiday. -
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Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support. -
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It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need. -
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Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings? -
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A special edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter, focusing on 'creating safer cultures' is now available online and to download. -
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Find out our highlights from 2021-22, including who we engaged with, our focus areas and our impacts. -
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The Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board has produced a Strategic Business Plan in line with the requirements of the Care Act 2014, which sets out the Board’s vision, broad aims and objectives for the next three years. -
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Hartlepool and Stockton Health are asking for people to give their views on extended access to GP practices across the region. -
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The Stockton Community Wellbeing Champions team are working closely with Stockton-on-Tees Public Health to gather feedback about your health and wellbeing since the pandemic and would like to hear from you. -
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Local people are being encouraged to share their thoughts on the standards of care they receive at GPs, dentists, hospitals and care homes, with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). -
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The Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's Adult Social Care and Health Select Committee are conducting a scrutiny review of Care at Home and would like to hear from you! -
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The latest edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter is now available online and to download. -
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Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) has commissioned a service to provide mental health support to parents of seriously ill babies at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust. -
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Want to improve your physical activity but are not sure where to start? Why not try these exercise videos from the NHS! -
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New plans to open surgical hubs should reduce the backlog of patients waiting for care. Healthwatch England National Director Louise Ansari highlights the need for a focus on tackling health inequalities. -
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With the NHS experiencing the busiest summer on record, the waiting list for treatment has hit a new high, according to latest figures. Read Healthwatch England's response.