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COVID-19 Indian variant of concern identified in Northamptonshire
In common with many areas of the UK Northamptonshire now has confirmed cases of a variant of concern.
13 May 2021
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Mental health advice and information
Local and national organisations that can help you with your mental health.
29 April 2021
Advice and Information
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Local services for young people and their mental health
We understand that during these difficult times, young people particularly might struggle with their mental health. There are local services available to help you or someone you know.
29 April 2021
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2nd Dose Once Not Enough
Second dose of the life-saving COVID-19 vaccination is vital for maximum protection
If you have had the first part of your life-saving COVID-19 vaccination, it’s absolutely vital that you take up the offer of the second part.
29 April 2021
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Northampton Prostate Cancer Support Group
Supporting men with prostate cancer and their families in the Northampton Area
21 April 2021
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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.
14 April 2021
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Update on Coronavirus testing
Since testing for COVID-19 first became available in Northamptonshire in May last year, the range and volume of testing sites has increased significantly.
30 March 2021
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Update on access to NHS Dental Services in the Midlands - March 2021
We are aware that people in Northamptonshire are finding it difficult to access NHS dental treatment and we are discussing the issues with NHS England. The NHS England Midlands Dental Commissioning Team have sent us the following new update.
18 March 2021
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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.
17 March 2021
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What can your NHS dentist do for you? - Guidance from NHS England
NHS England and NHS Improvement has produced this national guidance leaflet to help explain how NHS dental services work
9 March 2021
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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.
4 March 2021
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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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