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Finding out more about Continuing Health Care
Continuing Health Care is social care arranged and funded by the NHS for people who have been assessed as needing care to manage a health problem.
9 March 2020
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What can I expect from young people’s mental health services?
Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need.
18 February 2020
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Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?
​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.
20 January 2020
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Carers' Voice Northamptonshire
Carers' Voice Northamptonshire is a county-wide organisation, working with Healthwatch Northamptonshire, aiming to improve the services available to Carers' by seeking Carers’ views and opinions and making sure they get heard.
9 January 2020
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Where can I go for help when I’m ill in winter?
Feeling unwell? Read on for advice about where you can go for help with your health during the winter months.
18 December 2019
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NHS warning as winter vomiting bug closes 1,000 hospital beds
Find out more about how you can prevent the spread of winter norovirus
9 December 2019
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Fighting flu – winter vaccination is everybody’s business
Last year nearly 2,400 people had to be admitted to hospital with flu or flu-related complications. Find out how you can prevent the spread of flu.
20 November 2019
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Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
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.
17 October 2019
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Do you need help travelling to NHS services?
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.
26 September 2019
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What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?
It’s vital that when it’s time for you to leave hospital, you have all the medication, information and support in place to help you keep getting better.
2 September 2019
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Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries
Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.
29 July 2019
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What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?
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.
24 July 2019