1. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  2. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  3. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  4. 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.

  5. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

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    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  6. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

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    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  7. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  8. Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia

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    Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.

  9. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  10. 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.

  11. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  12. 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.

  13. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

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    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

  14. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  15. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

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    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

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

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  17. Information on Coronavirus

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

  18. Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first

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    The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  19. Looking after someone? Know your rights

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    Since the COVID-19 pandemic, it's been estimated that across the UK there are 13.5 million unpaid carers. Many people are unaware of their rights as a carer and, as a result, are not accessing the help and support they are entitled to.

  20. COVID-19 Lockdown Experiences in Bury Survey Report

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    In June and July 2020, Healthwatch Bury gathered feedback from 47 respondents, gathering people’s general experiences of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  22. Pharmacy Collect: Local Pharmacies Now Stocking COVID Tests Through New Advanced Service

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    Community pharmacy teams in Greater Manchester are this month starting to offer free coronavirus (COVID-19) test kits as they help to support the lifting of national restrictions and the pandemic recovery.

  23. Book or manage your coronavirus vaccination – age 45+

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    Use this NHS service to book a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination or manage your appointments.

  24. Order coronavirus (COVID-19) rapid lateral flow tests

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    Use this NHS service to order free packs of rapid lateral flow tests to be sent to your home in England.

    A pack of tests contains 7 tests. You can order one pack per household each day

  25. New dedicated mental health services for new expectant and bereaved mums

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    Thousands of new, expectant or bereaved mothers will receive help and support for mental health problems through dozens of new dedicated hubs which are being set up across the country.

  26. Because We All Care Campaign

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    Nearly half of people with a learning disability and autistic people reluctant to provide feedback on care.

  27. Tell us about your dentist experience during COVID in Bury

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    Get in touch with Healthwatch Bury and tell us your experience of dentistry during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  28. The Greater Manchester Wellbeing Toolkit

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    The Greater Manchester Wellbeing Toolkit for the health and care workforce is an interactive online toolkit to help support you to be your best.

  29. Bury Healthwatch Virtual Roadshow

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    If you are an unpaid carer or a person with a disability, this virtual roadshow will contain vital information about the wide range of local support you can access.

  30. Find out your risk of Type 2 diabetes

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    By completing this tool, you may be eligible for the Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme.

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

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    Please spare a few moments to tell us what you think about the COVID-19 vaccine. The NHS is doing everything it can to deliver COVID-19 vaccines in the Bury area.

  32. Get Lippy Campaign

    News -

    Women are five times more likely to feel not listened to when seeking medical help for their reproductive health.

  33. Book or manage your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination - age 40+

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    Use this NHS service to book a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination or manage your appointments.

  34. Unpaid carers - the COVID vaccine roll out

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    Unpaid carers invited to receive the Covid-19 vaccine.

  35. Public Health England launches new Psychological First Aid training

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    The online training, developed by PHE, is now available for those supporting children and young people affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).

  36. Connect With Work Employability Programme

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    Connect With Work is a programme delivered by Catch22 which offers advice and guidance to help you get a job.

  37. Referral Pathway to the Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS)

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    The NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service (CPCS) is a nationally commissioned & funded advanced service that was launched in community pharmacies in England in October 2019.

  38. Become a Covid-19 community champions

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    COVID-19 and the various measures taken to manage the virus and protect us, continue to impact everyone in Bury.

  39. 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.

  40. Healthwatch Bury is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week

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    This year the theme is Nature and how connecting with the natural world can support good mental health.

  41. BBC Asian Network is helping people in the South Asian community to spot potential vaccine scams

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    As coronavirus vaccines are being rolled out across the UK, fraudsters are using this as an opportunity to scam people. The NHS is warning everyone to be vigilant about fake vaccination invitations.

  42. Bury Communities Doing it for Themselves - A Development Programme

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    Bury CCG and Council in partnership with a local social enterprise Collaborate Out Loud CIC are offering this exciting opportunity to Bury Citizens.

  43. CQC demands improvements at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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    Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust must improve quality of care

  44. COVID-19 guide for carers and family supporting adults and children with learning disabilities or autistic adults and children

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    A Social Care Institute for Excellence guide to help family members and carers living with and supporting adults and children with learning disabilities.