1. Migrant Health Animations from Public Health England

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    These animations explains the entitlements to NHS services and to vaccination for migrants in England and are aimed at healthcare professionals who support migrants in their practice.

  2. COVID-19 vaccination programme: patients without an NHS number and/or who are not registered with a GP

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    With the full opening of Cohort 12, every person in the UK over 18 years of age is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine.

  3. Digital Access and Isolation Survey

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    Healthwatch Bury wants to hear from people about digital access and isolation.

  4. 'Park bench' surgeries launched by Healthwatch Bury - as featured in the Bury Times

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    A SERIES of 'bench surgeries' have been undertaken so a health watchdog can gauge public reaction to health and social care services.

  5. Bury GP service Mystery Shopping Report

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    Many Bury GP surgeries are requiring new patients provide identification before allowing them to register, despite NHS rules saying ID is not needed.

  6. GP Data for planning and research collection: what you need to know

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    The NHS is making some changes to how it collects and uses patient data. To make sure you're clued up, read some frequently asked questions about the upcoming GP Data for planning and research collection below.

  7. Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

  8. Did you use NHS 111?

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    NHS 111 is now the recommended first step whenever you might need urgent treatment or A&E. We want to know how that has worked for those who have used it.

  9. Your choices in the NHS

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    Did you know that in many cases you have the legal right to choose where you have your NHS treatment?

  10. Have you used AskMyGP? Tell us about it.

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    During the pandemic, more people than ever have used AskMyGP to access a GP appointment. But how has it worked for you?

  11. World AIDS Day

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    World AIDS Day takes place on 1st December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.

  12. Digital Access and Isolation report

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    More and more services are encouraging people to access services online. This was part of the NHS plans prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, however the shift to online services was accelerated considerably as a result. Our report examines this.

  13. Healthwatch Bury weekly virtual drop in sessions

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    Healthwatch Bury wants to give people an opportunity to have their say about health and social care services while they stay safe.

  14. Construction gets underway on Salford Royal’s £68 million development

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    Salford Royal’s ambition to improve care for some of the sickest patients in Greater Manchester took a step closer today (February 22, 2021) with the start of building work at Salford Royal’s new £68million hospital.

  15. Heart failure patients try out new App and digital devices in a bid to reduce hospital admissions

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    Vulnerable heart failure patients in Salford who have seen reduced hospital check-ups during the Covid-19 pandemic are now being monitored remotely, following the introduction of a state-of-the-art digital care solution.

  16. Bring your voice to NHS specialised services

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    NHS England and NHS Improvement is recruiting to a range of Patient Public Voice (PPV) partner roles on groups with responsibility for the commissioning of specialised services.

  17. Local NHS Leaders Echo National Nurse Chief's Message to Help Keep Patients and Staff Safe as Restrictions Lift

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    Senior NHS doctors and nurse leaders responsible for patient safety and infection prevention across four local hospitals and community healthcare services are asking members of the public to continue to follow the ‘hands, face, space’ rules.

  18. Study of palliative and end of life care experiences of people of African and Caribbean descent during Covid-19

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    One in four UK families miss out on end of life care. People from Ethnic Minorities face barriers when accessing end of life care services and are less likely to receive good care.

  19. Elective Care Survey

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    Are you’re waiting for a routine or non-urgent surgery? Do you have ideas, experiences, views that could help local hospitals to consider different ways of working together to improve services?

  20. NICE are looking for lay members to join the Interventional procedures advisory committee.

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    NICE are recruiting a lay member to join the interventional procedures advisory committee who will contribute to developing guidance for 3 years.

  21. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share you views

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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.

  22. What to expect when waiting for care

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    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.

  23. Getting to medical appointments - Ring and Ride accessible minibus service

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    Ring & Ride service provides accessible, low-cost transport to disabled & older people with walking difficulties.

  24. NHS services - support for deaf and hard of hearing patients

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    Information about accessing emergency services for deaf, hard of hearing and speech-impaired people.

  25. Northern Care Alliance - Interpretation & Translation Service

    Advice and Information -

    Northern Care Alliance recognise the importance of clear communication. The interpretation and translation teams make that easy for patients and visitors who need their support.

  26. Supporting People Waiting for Hospital Treatment

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    The Covid-19 pandemic has meant some operations and procedures have been postponed, leading to understandable concern for those waiting. The NHS is working hard to get people seen as quickly as possible.

  27. Self Care Week Reminds us to Practise Self Care for Life

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    Self Care Week is the annual national event that raises awareness of what we can all do to improve our physical health and mental wellbeing. This year, the theme is Practise Self Care for Life.

  28. Urgent Care Survey

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    We want to hear your views about urgent care in Bury and how you access urgent medical care to make sure you are getting the care and support you need.

  29. We’re here to help you stay well this winter

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    If you’re worried about your health, don’t delay, your NHS wants to see you – help us help you get the care you need this winter.

  30. Fairfield Hospital Signage report

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    We visited the Northern Care Alliance Fairfield General Hospital site to assess the existing signage from the patient’s perspective at the request of the Patient Experience Lead.