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Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ say there are few health and care services in Wiltshire to support them, and a lack of understanding from healthcare professionals has left them feeling unheard and disrespected. -
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All the latest from us and how you can get involved. -
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Highlights of our work from January to March 2022. -
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Championing What Matters to You showcases how we've been making a difference during a challenging year. -
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It’s been another challenging year dominated by the consequences of Covid-19, but we've continued to be your champion for health and social care services and make sure your voice is heard by those who plan and run services. -
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Catch up on our news from July. -
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Highlights of our work and insights into what we heard from you during October-December 2022. -
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Our June/July 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved. -
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Healthwatch England's new report looking at health and social care from the patients' perspective has warned that we risk "a two-tier health and care system" unless the NHS takes faster action to tackle access issues. -
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A round-up of our work from the first few months of 2024. -
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Find out more about how we decide on our projects for the year ahead. -
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Read the latest advice and information from the Government and the NHS. -
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The three clinical commissioning groups of BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire are merging as a single organisation, in a move that aims to maintain and enhance the health and wellbeing of local people, particularly in light of the Covid-19 outbreak. -
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Swindon and Wiltshire's Chief Officer of Community Pharmacy answers your frequently asked questions. -
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Businesses are being asked to help support the NHS and council care systems across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire in response to the ongoing coronavirus emergency. -
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Parents, carers and others looking after children are being advised not to let worries about coronavirus delay them from seeking medical help this Easter. -
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If you need medical help, here are the services available over Easter. -
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Carers of all ages are being reminded support and advice is still available if they need a helping hand during the current COVID-19 situation. -
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A network of 15 centres has been created across the South West for people who need help for urgent and emergency dental conditions, including severe pain and infection. -
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While visiting is suspended during this challenging time, hospitals across Wiltshire have set up a dedicated service enabling family and friends to send a message to their loved ones. -
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Our job at Healthwatch is simple. We're here to help make health and social care work better for you.
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The current Covid-19 pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing. -
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What we're hearing from you during the outbreak. -
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Drive-thru GP appointments are just one of a number of initiatives helping practices in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire to continue providing much-needed care to local communities throughout the coronavirus pandemic. -
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Our new magazine showcases our latest projects - and how you can get involved. -
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We have launched an online survey to gather people's experiences of health and care in Wiltshire during the Covid-19 pandemic. -
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Our latest round-up of news and information from April 2020. -
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Not seeking medical help for symptoms that could be the early warning signs of serious conditions such as cancer could be putting lives at risk. -
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Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning Group has agreed a set of recommendations that will maintain the health and wellbeing of mums-to-be during the current coronavirus outbreak. -
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If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about Covid-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the pandemic. -
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What we're hearing from you during the outbreak. -
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Highlights of our work from January to March 2020. -
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Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning Group is marking Mental Health Awareness Week by encouraging people to be kind to themselves during lockdown and to always seek help when it's needed. -
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What we're hearing from you during the Covid-19 outbreak. -
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People across Bath, North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire can now access free NHS treatment for urgent eye care from their local optician. -
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What we're hearing from you during the Covid-19 outbreak. -
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Our latest round-up of news and information from June 2020. -
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Routine dental care has had to change because of Covid-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist now restrictions are eased. -
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Our commitment to ensure people from BAME communities have a voice in health and social care. -
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Shielding advice has changed following the introduction of the three Covid-19 alert levels. Find out what this means for you.
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An update on the new law about wearing face masks when on public transport, and who is exempt. -
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Guided by You showcases how we've made a difference to your community and how we've helped you find the answers you need. -
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Gathering thousands of your health and social care stories and championing what matters to you have been at the heart of Healthwatch Wiltshire’s work over the past year. -
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What we're hearing from you during the Covid-19 outbreak. -
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Residents in Wiltshire and Swindon are being urged to get tested for coronavirus as soon as they experience symptoms.