1. Get repeat prescriptions in early before the Easter weekend

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    People are being reminded to get any repeat prescriptions in early to avoid running short over the long Easter weekend.

  2. Local NHS needs public support ahead of unprecedented Easter weekend

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    The long Easter weekend, coupled with four days of planned industrial action by junior doctors immediately afterwards, has prompted an urgent call to the public to support their NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire.

  3. Looking after your health during the cost of living crisis

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    Take a look at our tips to help you keep well.

  4. Hearing the views of patients, families and staff on pilot rehabilitation scheme

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    This report highlights the findings from a survey that aimed to gather the views of patients, staff, families and carers on a pilot scheme for hospital discharge and accelerated rehabilitation, known as the Pathway 2 pilot.

  5. You Said We Did: Make the application process for NHS Continuing Healthcare easier

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    How the findings of our survey, which focused on how people apply for the CHC package of care, has led to changes in the process and better support for applicants.

  6. People encouraged to spring into action and get boosted

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    People are being encouraged to take up the offer of getting a Covid-19 booster this spring, to help protect themselves and those around them.

  7. Autistic people asked for their views on mental health services

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    Healthwatch Wiltshire would like to find out what autistic people, and their families and carers, think about mental health services in the county.

  8. Quarterly Report January-March 2023

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    A round-up of our work from January-March 2023.

  9. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  10. All the latest from us

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    Our April/May 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved.

  11. New approach to hospital discharge helps 500 patients recover at home

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    A bold new initiative at Swindon’s Great Western Hospital has helped more than 500 people who no longer require care on a ward to safely continue their recovery at home.

  12. Professor David Croisdale-Appleby appointed as new Chair of Healthwatch England

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    He replaces Interim Chair Belinda Black, to lead the independent champion for people who use health and social care services.

  13. Community Cash Fund: Sing and Breathe Academy

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    Sounds Better CIC's pilot project in Salisbury for families living with childhood asthma. 

  14. Community Cash Fund: Wiltshire Hearing Voices Group

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    Rethink Mental Illness used our grant to fund this group for a year, providing a safe space for its members and an opportunity to gather feedback on services.

  15. How we set our priorities

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    Find out more about how we decide on our projects for the year ahead.

  16. How your feedback helps improve health and care for everyone

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    Healthwatch Wiltshire’s annual report showcases how we’ve been using your feedback to improve health and care across the county.

  17. Together We’re Making Health and Social Care Better - Annual Report 2022-23

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    Our annual report showcases how we’ve been using your feedback to improve health and care across the county.

  18. All the latest from us

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    Our June/July 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved.

  19. What support can I get as a carer?

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    Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

  20. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    If you need support for your health outside of the standard opening hours of your local GP, there are places that you can go for support.

  21. Local NHS seeks views of patients and families on process of leaving hospital

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    People in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who have recently been in hospital are being asked to share their views on how their journey from ward to home was managed.

  22. Have your say - Easy Read

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    Download an Easy Read version of our Have your say form.

  23. Quarterly Report April-June 2023

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    Highlights of our work and insights into what we heard from you during April-June 2023.

  24. All the latest from us

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    Our August 2023 ebulletin highlights our latest projects and how you can get involved.

  25. Flu and Covid autumn vaccine programmes brought forward

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    This year’s autumn flu and Covid-19 vaccine programmes will start earlier than planned in England as a precautionary measure following the identification of a new Covid-19 variant.

  26. Vaccinations for flu and Covid-19 start for those most at risk

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    Vaccinations against flu and Covid-19 are now under way for those in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire most at risk of falling seriously ill.

  27. Hearing from minority groups

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    Highlights of our projects supporting ethnic minority families.

  28. New community diagnostic centres to offer X-rays, blood tests, MRIs and more

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    Diagnostic services used to identify serious conditions such as cancer and heart disease will soon be available closer to home for people living across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire.

  29. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost-of-living crisis is putting many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some people can afford to pay. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  30. Appeal for public support as consultants, junior doctors and radiographers take part in further industrial action

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    Health leaders in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are once again calling for the public to support local health services during a forthcoming period of industrial action which will see junior doctors, consultants and radiographers all take part in strikes at the same time.

  31. Autistic people tell of their struggles to find mental health support

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    Autistic people, and their families and carers, have told us of their desperation and frustration at not being able to get the support they need for their mental health.

  32. Mental health and autism: Falling between the gaps

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    This report highlights the findings from two surveys, one for autistic people and one for their carers, which gathered their experiences of accessing mental health services in Wiltshire over the last three years.

  33. What is SAD and how can you manage it?

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    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in 20 people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.

  34. What is menopause and what are the signs?

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    With more than 30 recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out for and what support is available can help you.

  35. Quarterly Report July-September 2023

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    Highlights of our work and insights into what we heard from you during July to September 2023.

  36. Wider practice teams help patients to get right care and treatment quicker

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    GPs across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are shining a light on other practice-based clinicians whose specialist skills and expertise can help speed up a patient’s journey to receiving the most appropriate care and treatment.

  37. Digital appointment letters launched at the RUH

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    The Royal United Hospital in Bath has launched digital outpatient appointment letters to support patients to access information quickly and easily.

  38. What you told us about prescription ordering

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    This report highlights the findings from a survey that aimed to gather information from people about how they order their prescriptions, the method they use and their views on how well this works.

  39. Local NHS reaches out to offer helping hand to region’s military families

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    The NHS in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is offering military families in the region dedicated help and support to navigate any issues and queries they may have which relate to local health and care.

  40. All the latest from us

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    An round-up of news and highlights from this autumn.

  41. Pregnant women among those urged to get Covid-19 booster before Christmas

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    People in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who are eligible for the latest Covid-19 booster are being urged to come forward without delay, if they have yet to already do so.

  42. Your feedback on prescription ordering revealed in new report

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    How people order their prescriptions is the focus of a new report from Healthwatch Wiltshire.

  43. You Said We Did: Improving Salisbury District Hospital's Complaints Handling Process

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    How our volunteers helped develop a new patient leaflet, based on the findings of our report looking at the hospital's complaints process.

  44. Faster progress needed to tackle barriers to care

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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.

  45. Council continues to provide support during cost of living crisis

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    With colder weather on the horizon, Wiltshire Council continues to offer a range of information and advice.

  46. What is an NHS and Care Volunteer Responder, and how can I access this service?

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    Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery?