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Check out the views of Healthwatch Manchester's volunteers -
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We have updated our healthcare service guide, to reflect some recent changes. Please read on for more information. -
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This report examines patient experience of the relocation of dialysis treatment from Wythenshawe Hospital to Altrincham Hospital. -
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The price of an NHS prescription will be increasing as of April 1st 2023. Here is the what you need to know about the change. -
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Both Junior and Consultant doctors will be participating in planned industrial action in August 2023.
•Junior doctors will be striking from 7am on Friday 11 August until 7am on Tuesday 15 August.
•Consultant doctors will be striking from 7am on Thursday 24 August until 7am on Saturday 26 August. -
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Services in GP practices and the community are being changed to make it easier for patients to access a wider range of help and support services from general practices. -
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Healthwatch Manchester are delighted to be launching an information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services for residents throughout Manchester. -
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Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice. -
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Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed. -
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Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments. -
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End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions. -
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Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough. -
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Healthwatch Manchester recently conducted an investigation through a ‘mystery shopper’ exercise, into the barriers faced registering with a GP practice in Manchester. -
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To coincide with the International Day of Sign Languages on the 23rd September we are showcasing these answers from a focus group we held last October with people from Manchester Deaf Centre. -
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Healthwatch Manchester conducted an investigation into older Manchester residents; their experiences and approach in using online services to access health and care and towards online use in general. -
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This report aims to provide a review of access to Manchester’s Sexual Health Services. -
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Manchester parents took part in a survey around healthy growth in children between 0 and 5 years of age. It examined their access to and uptake of healthy growth services for children and tested their understanding of healthy diet and exercise. -
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A review was carried out of the 111 telephone operator service using the ‘mystery shopper’ model. Over a period of six months calls were made to the 111 number and a variety of scenarios presented to the operators. -
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What is wellbeing?
Many people have different views on the exact meaning of wellbeing because it is a personal experience. The Oxford dictionary defines wellbeing as ‘the state of being comfortable, healthy or happy’. -
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We have spent a little time recently discussing the topics we think need some attention. -
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Regular eye tests are important because your eyes don’t usually hurt when something is wrong. A sight test is a vital health check for your eyes that can pick up early signs of eye conditions before you’re aware of any symptoms. -
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Choose and Book is a service that lets you choose your hospital or clinic and book your first appointment. You are allowed to choose any NHS hospital in England or area of residence, however in some circumstances your rights may be restricted. -
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We spoke to Obada Obada Al-Hariri about his contribution to local community groups through volunteering and assisting with translation for fellow refugees and asylum seekers. Find out more about in this blog. -
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Providing you with the latest information about COVID-19. Please note: this is an evolving issue and advice is changing regularly. We will endeavour to update our website to correspond with the updated guidance. -
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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 during the pandemic. -
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We spoke to Jacqui King about her work at Manchester’s safeguarding provision. Find out more about safeguarding in this blog. -
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What to expect when donating blood, including registering, preparing for your appointment and what happens on the day. -
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Diabetes is one of the most common diseases affecting all age groups. It is a condition that occurs when your body has trouble managing, storing and using the sugar in your blood. -
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Mental health, emotional wellbeing and resilience is all about how we cope with what life throws at us. It concerns the way we feel about ourselves, conduct relationships, handle stress or deal with loss. -
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Using a walkthrough, this report aims to share the experiences of people with learning disabilities as they navigate through three outpatient services in Manchester's hospitals. -
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Everyone has the right to information and education about how to take care of themselves and what they are entitled to within the health and social care. -
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An information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services for residents throughout Manchester. -
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We are making it part of our mission to speak to local health and care providers about the services they run. We want to make it easier to understand what’s available to young people,, what these services do, and what it’s like to use them. -
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Healthwatch Manchester are delighted to be launching an information video aimed at improving awareness of the Patient Access Portal, a free online tool which allows remote access to a range of GP services. -
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The World Health Organisation have recently released a new video outlining how we can break the COVID-19 chains of transmission. -
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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently issued updated guidance for the use of masks for the general public during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
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Are you self-isolating and in need of support? -
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Healthwatch Manchester recently conducted an investigation into the barriers faced when registering with a GP practice -
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The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.
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My first go at a blog & I hope you find it useful to read about my experiences of COVID infection. It's also a call to action as I want to hear about yours, especially around your experience of NHS Track & Trace support.
Neil Walbran, Chief Officer -
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Student video series! Each video shines a light on student services, available in Manchester! -
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Find out how the NHS Community Pharmacist Consultation Service can help you with your healthcare needs -
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Men's health outcomes are not where they should be. With your help, we can ensure that men in Manchester live longer, healthier lives. Read on to learn more.