1. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  2. Sensory Impairment Report - 2019

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    Read all about our report on access to health and social care services as experienced by people with a sensory impairment.

  3. Annual Report 2017 - 2018

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    Take a look at our annual report for 2017/2018, which shows the work and achievements we have made over the year.

  4. Report on patient experience of dental services in Stockton-on-Tees - February 2018

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    Public Health informed Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees that Oral Health was one of its future priorities for 2018/2019, and welcomed any feedback Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees could gather from patients by carrying out a planned engagement activity.

  5. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Dental Service Provision in Stockton-on-Tees - December 2016

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    During recent engagement activities, the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector fed back concerns with the accessibility of, and care provided by the dentists for people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Stockton-on-Tees.

  6. North East hit hard by access and affordability of dental care

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    Healthwatch England warns dental care crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care between January and March 2021.

  7. Share your experiences of Stockton dental services (CLOSED)

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    We’ve heard that many people have struggled to access dental care since the pandemic began. We want to hear your experiences of dental care since March 2020.

  8. Dentistry Myth Busting: Dispelling the most common rumours relating to NHS dentistry

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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.

  9. North East Collaborative Dentistry Report

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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.

  10. Experiences of Dental Care Services Report: A Public Engagement (Mar 2020 - Jan 2022)

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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.

  11. Annual Report 2021 - 2022

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    Find out our highlights from 2021-22, including who we engaged with, our focus areas and our impacts.

  12. Deaf and hard of hearing people urged to give feedback on care by CQC

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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).

  13. Help shape the future of Health & Care Services

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    Healthwatch is working with the NHS to improve the wellbeing of people in our area and across the region.

  14. Annual Report 2022 - 2023

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    Find out our highlights from 2022-23, including who we engaged with, our focus areas and our impacts.

  15. New report calls for fundamental reform of NHS dental care

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    A new report by MPs into dental care, which draws upon the experiences people have shared with us, has called for urgent reform so more people can access an NHS dentist.

  16. New funding for NHS dental services across the North East and North Cumbria

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    NHS North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB), which has just taken on responsibility for commissioning the region's dental services, has announced that dental services in North East and North Cumbria have received £3 million funding.

  17. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  18. NHS Dental Recovery Plan: Healthwatch England response

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    Under a new plan published recently, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year. Read the response from Healthwatch England.

  19. NHS Dental Services 2023: We want your feedback!

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    Are you living in the North East and North Cumbria? Do you have recent experiences with using or trying to access dental services? Then share your experiences with us!

  20. Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees Annual Event 2023-2024

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    On Wednesday 21st February 2024 we held our 2023-2024 Annual Event at the River Tees Water Sports Centre in Stockton-on-Tees.

    The focus of the day was to help to plan for our future priorities and support the Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees Executive Board to determine our workplan for 2024-2025.

  21. Getting Urgent Dental Care in the North East & North Cumbria - Mystery Shopping Report

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    The Healthwatch network in the North East and North Cumbria are working with the ICB to gather evidence about access to dental care services.

    As part of this work, local Healthwatch across North East & North Cumbria undertook a mystery shopping exercise to get a real time understanding of what is being said to people and to understand their experiences of dentists across the region.

    The mystery shopping exercise involved phoning dental practices, enquiring about a specific dental care scenario and reporting the results centrally for a regional overview.

  22. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.

  23. Case study: A Couple in Care - Ben and Nikki Brown’s story

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    This is the first of a series of 'good news' stories that we hope to share over the coming months.

  24. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  25. 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.

  26. COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

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    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.

  27. Information on Coronavirus

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  28. Covid-19 Vaccine Report - March 2021

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    Following our Covid-19 vaccination survey, which was conducted from 5 February to 8 March 2021, we have produced a report which shares the experiences and views of people about the vaccine.

  29. Healthwatch England and Red Cross - Peoples experiences of leaving hospital during COVID-19 - October 2020

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    This report from Healthwatch England and The Red Cross focuses on the discharge process between March and August and shines a light on people’s experiences of getting home from hospital.

  30. Impact of Covid-19 on Young People Report - September 2020

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    Following our 'Impact of Covid-19 on Young People' survey, which was conducted from July - August 2020, we have produced a report which gives the views of young people on living through the first five months of the coronavirus pandemic.

  31. Living with Covid-19 Report - July 2020

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    Following our 'Living with Covid-19' survey, which was conducted from April - June 2020, we have produced a report of the results.

  32. Case study: Stockton’s Covid-19 Community Champions team

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    We are delighted to share with you the next story in our 'good news' community campaign!

  33. Share your views on the Covid-19 vaccine

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

  34. Read our latest newsletter - Covid-19 Community Champions and Easter special

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    As we slowly move out of lockdown, we wanted to bring you some news from the latest Covid-19 community initiative, the Stockton-on-Tees Covid-19 Community Champions.

  35. Age UK Teesside spring 2021 newsletter

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    Age UK Teesside has launched its spring 2021 newsletter.

  36. Hidden Disabilities launches new campaign to reduce Covid-19 transmission: 'Please give me space'

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    The ‘Please give me space’ visual awareness campaign has been developed by Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and the RNIB, in response to COVID-19 and the need to social distance.

  37. Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees Covid-19 Vaccine Newsletter

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    As the Covid-19 vaccination programme picks up pace and with the sheer amount of information 'out there', we wanted to bring you some of the latest information, advice and facts from the national and local NHS services.

  38. Let us know what you think about the Covid-19 vaccine in our short survey!

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    We would like to hear your views about the Covid-19 vaccination programme and any experiences you may have had.

  39. Covid-19 vaccine acceptance survey from Teesside University

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    Many individuals in the UK are refusing the COVID-19 vaccine when it is offered to them.

  40. COVID-19: What you need to know when visiting a care home

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    Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

  41. Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

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    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.

  42. Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

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    Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.

  43. 65 new recruits to join Teesside battle against COVID-19 pressures

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    A recent ‘call to arms’ by North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust (NTH NHS FT) has not disappointed say health bosses.

  44. Birth partners offered COVID-19 tests

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    Partners accompanying mums-to-be as they deliver their baby are now being offered COVID-19 tests.

  45. New testing site for non-symptomatic opens at Splash in Stockton

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    A new COVID-19 testing site for residents with no symptoms is opening on Wednesday 6 January at Splash in Stockton and tests must be booked in advance.

  46. Covid-19: NHS advice on self isolation

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    If you think you may have coronavirus, the NHS has provided some important information to keep you safe while isolating at home.

  47. Appeal for Teesside people who were hospitalised with COVID to donate blood plasma

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    NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) needs more people from Teesside who were in hospital with COVID-19 to donate blood plasma.

  48. South Tees NHS one of 50 hospital hubs for Covid-19 vaccination

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    The national Covid-19 vaccination programme has now started, with a hospital in Middlesbrough leading the way for Teesside on the fight against the coronavirus.

  49. Stockton-on-Tees to enter Tier 3 on 2 December - what does this mean for you?

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    On the 2 December the Borough of Stockton-on-Tees will be subject to ‘Tier 3: Very High Alert’ restrictions.

  50. Updated guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19

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    Updated Government guidance for people who are clinically extremely vulnerable from COVID-19