1. Maternity Voices Partnership Newsletters 2021 - 2022

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    Welcome to the 2021 editions of the Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin MVP newsletter.

  2. Car park changes at SaTH

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    Car parking charges changed on 1st November at both Princess Royal Hospital and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

  3. COVID-19: Practical support & resources for people who have to stay at home

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    People staying at home because of Coronavirus tend to fall into one of two groups.

  4. 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.

  5. SaTH overwhelmed by support from the community

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    The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) has thanked the public for their support and donations during the coronavirus pandemic.

  6. 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.

  7. Businessman who ‘owes his life to the NHS’ is boosting the morale of hospital staff

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    A businessman who “owes his life to the NHS” has come up with a unique way of raising money to help boost the morale of staff at Shropshire’s acute hospitals.

  8. 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).

  9. Senior Citizens Forum (Telford & Wrekin) ICT support & befriending service

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    Telford & Wrekin Senior Citizens Forum are offering a befriending service, available:
    Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
    Call: 07932 828333 or 07552 975676
    Email: enquiries@twseniors.org.uk

  10. Coronavirus & dementia: helping you get through

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    It’s been an extremely tough time for everyone affected by dementia. The Alzheimer’s Society want to let you know you aren’t alone.

  11. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update from DWP

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    Press release from Department of Working Pensions:

  12. Letter of thanks sent to children of RJAH staff

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    The restrictions brought about by the coronavirus pandemic can be particularly difficult for children.

  13. Helping hearts bring comfort to end of life patients

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    Helping hearts bring comfort to end of life patients

  14. Citizens Advice Telford & The Wrekin – Proud to celebrate armed forces week

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    Due to the recent pandemic, AFC Hubs aren’t currently able to run and therefore a Virtual Hub has been introduced instead. Tuesday 19th between 11am – 1pm and every Tuesday thereafter.

  15. 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)

  16. Charity continues hearing aid support through Covid crisis

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    A Shropshire charity that supports those with hearing loss is calling for Telford and Wrekin residents who need help with their NHS hearing aids to get in touch.

  17. New Board Members Join Shropshire CCG and Telford and Wrekin CCG

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    Five new board members from a variety of professional backgrounds will be joining the Joint Governing Body at NHS Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  18. 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.

  19. 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.

  20. Coronavirus Testing in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin

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    A spokesperson from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Sustainability and Transformation Partnership (STP) said:

    “Across the country we are seeing a high demand for Covid-19 testing."

  21. 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).

  22. Flu Jab Invitations on Their Way’ say Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Health Bosses

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    Flu vaccination invitations are on their way by post, text message or phone call, say health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  23. Only Order the Medicines You Need, Say Health Bosses

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    Patients are being advised to stop panic ordering prescriptions by health bosses in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.

  24. British Fatwa Council: Flu vaccine

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    The British Fatawa Council responds to a question raised by a Muslim Nurse over the Flu vaccine.

  25. FLU: People with a learning disability are at greater risk of developing serious illness

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    People who have a learning disability can be more susceptible to the effects of flu and are therefore at increased risk of developing complications such as bronchitis or pneumonia.

  26. Health leaders urge pregnant women to have free flu vaccination to protect themselves and their babies

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    Health leaders across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin are encouraging pregnant women to get their free flu vaccination as soon as possible to protect themselves and their babies.