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Step 2 on the government’s ‘roadmap’ back to freedom came into effect Monday

From Monday 12 April, residents of Northamptonshire and across England will take Step 2 on the four-step ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown.

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Gluten Free Food Supply in Northamptonshire

Your feedback is sought by NHS England and Improvement about the prescribing of gluten free food by pharmacies in Northamptonshire.

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COVID-19 vaccination information event supporting Black, Asian, African and African-Caribbean Communities in Northamptonshire

Northants Black Communities Together and Northamptonshire Health and Care Partnership are holding a joint online event to answer your questions on the COVID-19 vaccine.

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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Healthwatch Rutland is looking to hire a Community Engagement Officer based in Oakham

Healthwatch Rutland have an exciting opportunity for someone to join their team to lead on the development of their volunteer base and to facilitate engagement and involvement of local people in their work.

3 February 2021

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NHS 111 First - We would like to hear your views and feedback!

Have you heard of or used the new NHS 111 First service? Please tell us about your views and experiences.

21 January 2021

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Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire are seeking the views on COVID-19 and lockdown from young people in Northamptonshire

A survey designed by volunteers of Young Healthwatch Northamptonshire is looking to seek the views and experiences of young people aged between 11 and 19 during the Coronavirus pandemic.

18 January 2021

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Update on COVID-19 vaccination programme in Northamptonshire

Our vaccination capacity continues to grow in Northamptonshire with GP-led community vaccination services now up and running across all seven of our county's districts and boroughs, and more set to open by the end of this week.

11 January 2021

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Residents in Northamptonshire are officially told to ‘Stay at Home, Protect the NHS and Save Lives’

The national lockdown restrictions are now in place until further review.

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Residents are praised for their resilience and compliance this year as the Government reluctantly announces the escalation of Northamptonshire to Tier 3 of the COVID-19 alert system - starting on Boxing day

Today’s decision is based on the latest available coronavirus data, the rapid rise in case rates of COVID-19 and is in line with the measures set out in the Government’s COVID-19 Winter Plan.

23 December 2020

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