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NHS dentist shortages to be tackled with cash incentive
Dentists who set up practice in areas of England with poor access to NHS care will be offered a £20,000 bonus.
The government has also announced higher payments for dentists who take on new patients and teeth-cleaning in schools as part of…
The government has also announced higher payments for dentists who take on new patients and teeth-cleaning in schools as part of…
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Be ready for winter by stocking up your cabinets with a winter first aid kit to help you look after your child 🩹❄️
Include items like a bottle of infant or children’s paracetamol (Calpol) or Ibuprofen, thermometer and plasters so you’re ready to come to their rescue at short notice.
Check out our handy 3-step guide to keep your family healthy, safe and well…
Check out our handy 3-step guide to keep your family healthy, safe and well…
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Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this Winter
Winter Wise. A guide to keeping well this winter
Winter may make it more challenging for us to stay well. The winter might feel especially challenging because of the cost of living.
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THRIVE Directory - Children and Young People's Mental Health Services
The THRIVE Framework is an integrated, person centred and needs led approach delivering mental health services for children, young people and their families.
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Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine
Both the Pfizer/BioNTech and Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Both vaccines have been shown to be safe and offer high levels of protection. Here are some answers to your frequently asked questions regarding the vaccine:
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Coronavirus - Debra’s Story
What can we learn from those forced to self-isolate because of a long term health condition or disability? Debra Baxter, a volunteer at Healthwatch shares her experience of this during the Coronavirus pandemic.
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Volunteering with us
Volunteers have a key part to play in helping us speak to as many people as possible within the Wigan Borough. Our volunteers are a vital part of…
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Exploring the experiences of Care Home staff in accessing Health and Adult Social Care services for their residents post Covid pandemic.
This report contains the findings of a project undertaken to explore the current situation in care homes in accessing health and adult social care…
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Six-week postnatal checks are failing many new mothers
Deep-dive analysis of experiences of 2,693 new mothers and birthing parents shows that six-week postnatal checks – required of GPs in England - are…
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Latest reports and publication
Autumn Report 2023
“Over the last quarter HWWL has ensured representation on an increasing
number of committees and groups. The Chair and Chief Officer have a
place on the ICS and ICB forums where we can ensure engagement
and inclusion of public opinion is embedded into service design.
number of committees and groups. The Chair and Chief Officer have a
place on the ICS and ICB forums where we can ensure engagement
and inclusion of public opinion is embedded into service design.
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Board Meeting - 15th May 2023
Our board meets every month to discuss local health and social care issues, and use what people are telling us to make decisions for our Healthwatch. Download minutes from our meeting from 15th May 2023
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