1. Take 2’ Steps Away From Others campaign

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    ‘Take 2’ steps away from others when you are out and about say health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  2. Online directory

    Advice and Information -

    Here's a list of useful information on various independent support organisations to help you find the support that's right for you.

  3. The NHS Long Term Plan

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    The NHS Long Term Plan is the national health service’s plan to make sure it is fit for the future.

  4. We are looking for feedback about local services for people on the autistic spectrum

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    Share Your Stories and Suggestions!
    You can make a difference to how services are provided in Telford and Wrekin by sharing stories and suggestions.

  5. An independent Healthwatch

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    On 1st October 2015, Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin (HWTW) became independent from its former parent body, Parkwood Healthcare Ltd.

  6. Health and social care organisations come together to digitally transform ways of working across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

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    Local Authorities and NHS bodies from across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin came together yesterday, 11 July 2019 to look at how the Microsoft suite of tools could benefit health and social care services across the county.

  7. National lockdown for England 2021

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    The government has announced a further lockdown for England and everyone is required to stay at home.

  8. Talk To Us

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    Have your say on health and Social care services in Telford and Wrekin.

  9. Come along and talk to us

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    Do you want to have your say on Health and Social Care in Telford and Wrekin?

  10. Drop in Hub

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    Our Drop in Hub is now open. 10:00am -13:00pm

  11. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  14. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

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

  15. 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.

  16. Malling Health - Enter and View Report

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    A questionnaire survey was developed for the visit, with different questions included for Walk-in patients, and those attending registered patient GP/Surgery appointments.

  17. Trinity Healthcare Practice Patient Feedback Survey Report

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    The following report provides an overview of feedback based on patients experiences registered with Trinity Healthcare GP Practices. This is what 260 patients told us.

  18. Cancer Appointments Must Not Be Missed says Senior Health Leader

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    Do not miss your cancer appointments is the message from a senior health leader at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  19. Local healthcare partners unite to discharge patients safely from hospital in record time

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    In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, local healthcare partners have joined up to improve the hospital discharge process for patients, reducing the time patients wait for discharge support services by an average of two-and-a-half days.

  20. POhWER – New Service in Telford & Wrekin

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    We are delighted to have been awarded the contract to deliver the Independent Complaints Advocacy (IHCA) Service in Telford & Wrekin.

  21. Most comprehensive flu programme in UK history will be rolled out this winter

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    The most comprehensive flu vaccination programme in the UK’s history has been announced by the government today (Friday 24 July)

  22. Wellington Medical Practice - Enter and View Visit Report

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    The purpose of this visit was to undertake a pilot survey for a piece of research across the NHS England local area team region (Shropshire/Staffordshire) which will look at patient access to GP appointments.

  23. Contacting General Practices by telephone during Covid 19

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    The purpose of this short study was to review all General (Medical) Practices (GPs) in Telford and Wrekin and find out how accessible GP appointments were over the telephone.

  24. NHS letter for at risk patients shielding

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    The Government has informed the public that vulnerable and at risk people will be receiving a letter from the NHS concerning COVID-19.

  25. Coronavirus Mental Health Response Fund

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    The coronavirus pandemic means that more people, either with or without an existing mental health problem, are seeking support for their mental health.

  26. Healthwatch England Annual Report 2017-18

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    The Healthwatch network heard from 406,567 people, carers and staff during the last year about what they think of health and social care services.

  27. Making medicines safer – the Yellow Card Scheme

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    All medicines can cause unwanted side effects (sometimes called adverse drug reactions), in some people. Many side effects are mild, but some can be serious and even life-threatening.

  28. NHS Long Term Plan Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin

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    Following on from the NHS publishing the ‘Long Term Plan’ in January 2019, Healthwatch launched a countrywide campaign to give people a say in how the plan should be implemented in their communities; #WhatWouldYouDo campaign.

  29. Annual Report: 2019-2020

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    Last year 2118 people told us about the improvements they would like to see Health and Social Care Services make in 2019-20. Our Annual Report outlines our achievements and provides insight into what we do and
    what we have done over the last year.

  30. Annual Report: 2018-2019

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    Our annual report outlines our achievements and what we have done over the last year.

  31. Annual Report: 2017-2018

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    Our annual report outlines our achievements over the last year and provides insight into what we do.

  32. Make Sure You Are Stocking Up Over Christmas and New Year

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    NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups asking people to make sure they are stocked up for all their health needs over the Christmas and New Year period.

  33. Annual Report: 2016-2017

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    Our annual report outlines our achievements over the last year and provides insight into what we do.

  34. NHS-111 Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin number switch

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    From Tuesday 17 July 2018, patients across Telford and Wrekin and Shropshire who need urgent out-of-hours medical help or advice will need to call 111.

  35. Treasured Memories Dementia Cafe

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    Janet O’Loughlin, our award-winning Healthwatch volunteer, has started up a Dementia Cafe at Oakwood Retirement Homes with her friend Kath.

  36. We are looking for feedback about the new Telford & Wrekin 0-25 Emotional Wellbeing Service

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    We would like to hear about your experiences with the 0-25 emotional health and wellbeing service here in Telford and Wrekin.

  37. Annual Report: 2014-2015

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    Our annual report outlines our achievements over the last year and provides insight into what we do.

  38. Annual Report: 2013-2014

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    Our annual report outlines our achievements over the last year and provides insight into what we do.

  39. Demand Surpassing NHS Staff Employment

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    A BBC article has stated that “NHS staff in England are working on the “edge of safety” as demand is outstripping the increasing numbers being employed“.

  40. Midwife-led unit workshops seeking attendees

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    Over the last month, we have been talking to you about your experiences of pregnancy, birth, becoming a family and caring for families in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.