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Have you heard of or used 'NHS 111 First'? We would like to hear your feedback!
Have you used the new NHS 111 service? Please tell us about your views and experiences.
21 January 2021
News
Tell us your experiences of caring during the coronavirus pandemic
During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic there have been many changes to health, care and support services, which will have affected those who provide informal (unpaid) care to family and friends. We would like to know...
22 December 2020
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Sheila and Wendy win prestigious national award for Healthwatch Northamptonshire
Two of our dedicated volunteers who made an amazing 43 trips to inspect 36 wards and departments in a year at Kettering General Hospital have won Healthwatch Northamptonshire a national award.
17 November 2020
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Annual Report 2019-20 - Guided by you
During 2019-20 we undertook some exciting projects and continued to ensure that the views and needs of the people of Northamptonshire are considered, particularly as services and organisations are restructured.
30 June 2020
Report
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The ‘Big Ideas’ people in Northamptonshire think would improve local health and care services
Healthwatch Northamptonshire and NHCP NHS Long Term Plan community engagement report now published!
26 September 2019
Report
Everyone is welcome in general practice. "I have the right to register and receive treatment from a GP practice. I do not need a fixed address. I do not need identification. Anyone in Engalnd can see a GP." Find out more www.nhs.uk/register
Do you know anyone who could benefit from a GP Access card?
Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.
24 February 2021
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Public Health officials praise Northamptonshire’s residents for staying at home, protecting the NHS and saving lives
Public Health officials praise Northamptonshire’s residents for staying at home, protecting the NHS and saving lives as COVID-19 cases continue to display a steady drop during national lockdown.
22 February 2021
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Lateral Flow Device Testing Launches in Northamptonshire
Two new community COVID-19 Lateral Flow Device Testing Centres have opened in Northamptonshire this week. Lateral Flow Device testing is otherwise known as rapid testing, and is used in people who do not have symptoms of COVID-19.
4 February 2021
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Being Myself Report - A look at the Emotional Wellbeing of young people in Daventry Town
21 December 2020
In the summer of 2019 Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire was...
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Community Healthcare for Young People Focus Groups Report
10 December 2020
Find out what young people told us about their views and experiences...
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15 Steps Visits to Kettering General Hospital: Summary and Impact Report
27 October 2020
Two of our volunteers visited wards and departments at Kettering...
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15 Steps Maternity 'Virtual Visit' report
24 August 2020
Volunteers from Northamptonshire’s Maternity Voice Partnership and...
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