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People in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are being urged to reduce their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by making some simple changes to their lifestyle, says NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). -
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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) has implemented 10% of actions from the final Ockenden Report three months following its publication. It follows the Trust delivering all actions it has a lead on from the first Ockenden report. -
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People living with and beyond cancer can benefit from support and advice at their fingertips thanks to a new app launched by The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH). -
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PRESS RELEASE WEDNESDAY 17th AUGUST -
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Everyone aged between 70 and 79 years is eligible for the shingles vaccine. To protect yourself against this painful condition, don't hesitate to contact your GP if you are in this age group and have not yet received the shingles vaccination. -
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Over 65s in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin urged to book their COVID-19 Autumn booster -
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Changes to GP appointments on evenings, weekends and bank holidays -
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“Make sure your child is up to date with vaccinations” say health bosses.
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The NHS autumn booster campaign in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin has got off to a great start with over 60,000 vaccines delivered in just over three weeks of the programme and thousands already booked in for the weeks ahead. -
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Local events scheduled to shape the future of diabetes care -
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People with severe mental illnesses are being urged to take up free physical health checks, as part of a drive to reduce health inequalities in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.
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Have your say on health and Social care services in Telford and Wrekin. -
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Coming to a community near you this December - Betty the Bus
Free flu and covid -19 vaccines and Autumn Boosters to protect yourself this winter. -
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Offering our support to NHS Shropshire in their discussions to encourage people to talk more about Palliative and End of life care. -
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Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin would like to thank all staff and patients at the Emergency Department at PRH following our visit yesterday. -
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Do you want to have your say on Health and Social Care in Telford and Wrekin? -
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Our Drop in Hub is now open. 10:00am -13:00pm -
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Share your views on NHS 111 Services - Our HOT TOPIC for January 2023 -
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Those living with cancer and their loved ones are invited to drop into the new-look Macmillan Cancer Support Centre at Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford, which is to be relaunched. Opening Monday 6th February -
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Last chance for Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin residents to get their Covid-19 booster jab
Eligible Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin residents yet to receive their Covid-19 booster have less than two weeks left to get the jab, boosters are available. -
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We would like to hear your thoughts and views on the NHS 111 Service. -
Chief Nurse urges people to order their repeat prescriptions ahead of the upcoming May Bank Holidays
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People across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are being encouraged to get ready for the upcoming May Bank Holidays by planning repeat prescriptions and knowing where to go if they need help. -
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As part of the transition of pharmacy, optometry and dentistry from NHS England’s direct commissioning functions to Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), locally known as NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, the primary care complaints process will also transfer from 1 July 2023. -
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Take a look at our Annual Report 2022/23 and see how we have helped to make a difference in health and social care for Telford and Wrekin people. -
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Take a look at our Annual Report 2022/23 and see how we have helped to make a difference to health and social care for Telford and Wrekin people. -
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Thank you for completing the Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin survey Diabetes: Patient experience of health, care, and support services. -
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This visit was unannounced, due to the nature of the feedback we had received around lack of care and medication concerns from various sources. -
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This visit was announced. We were looking at how easy is it for all patients to access the hospital, to find relevant information, and get to their destination. -
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Health and care services across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are under extreme pressure. Local health and care leaders are urging people to ‘think which service’ and choose the right service for their needs to help reduce the pressure and make sure everyone can get the care they need as quickly as possible. -
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Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin will be attending the Diabetes Open Evening event in Woodside on Wednesday 4 October 2023. -
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Almost a quarter of a million people in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin can book their life-saving autumn Covid vaccine online from today (18 September) as the NHS steps up its winter vaccination programmes early in response to the risk of the new Covid variant. -
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A new Community Diagnostic Centre has opened its doors improving access to non-urgent scans and tests for patients across Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin. -
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With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out for and what support is available can help you. -
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October is World Menopause Month, and October 18th celebrated as World Menopause Awareness Day, with the focus this year on cardiovascular health. To show our support to colleagues experiencing menopause, Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin, delivered by Engaging Communities Solutions (ECS), is a signatory of the Workplace Menopause pledge. -
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The first phase of a multi-million pound investment at Princess Royal Hospital in Telford is close to completion. -
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The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that there will be more junior doctor strikes taking place in late December 2023 and early January 2024. -
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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has offered parents of children some tips for keeping the spread of infectious diseases down as children return to school. -
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Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe. -
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From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.