1. Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

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    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:

  2. Think NHS 111 First

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    A message from Dr. Tim Dalton, local GP and chair of the NHS Wigan Borough CCG, on the NHS First 111 service.

  3. Community Pharmacy: Keeping You Safe This Winter

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    Community pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can advise on a range of minor illnesses and provide further support to keep you and family safe and healthy.

  4. COVID-19 Vaccination Programme Update

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    From Saturday 6th March, patients aged 56 – 59 (in priority group 8) will receive a letter from NHS England inviting them to book an appointment at one of the local nationally run vaccine clinics.

  5. Get involved with our project on digital exclusion

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    If you’re a member of one of the groups at greater risk of digital exclusion, or know someone else who is, we want to hear your experiences.

  6. Our 2021-2022 work plan

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    Every year Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh (HWWL) puts in place a work plan that sets out what we are going to focus on to ensure our work reflects the issues that matter to local people.

  7. Join our Advisory Committee!

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    Could you be a volunteer member of the Healthwatch Wigan & Leigh Advisory Committee?

  8. Could you be a volunteer member of our Advisory Committee?

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    We are recruiting up to 16 volunteers to form an Advisory Committee who will review issues relating to Healthwatch in detail and make recommendations regarding its independence, transparency and openness.

  9. Have you used continence services in the Wigan Borough?

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh wants to hear about people’s experience of using continence services in the Wigan Borough and we want to hear from you.

  10. Easing of COVID-19 restrictions - Monday 19th July 2021

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    As of July 19th 2021, most legal restrictions preventing the spread of COVID-19 are being lifted in England.

  11. Accessing care through your GP Practice - share your views

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh would like to hear about your experience of accessing care through your GP Practice.

  12. Covid Oximetry @home

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    The NHS is expanding a self-monitoring service which is helping to support people at home who have been diagnosed with coronavirus and are most at risk of becoming seriously unwell.

  13. Urgent and Emergency Care for Mental Health Project

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    Have you or do know someone who has received urgent and emergency care treatment at a time of mental health crisis?

  14. Updated government guidance on self-isolation

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    Find out how government guidance has changed since August 16th.

  15. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share you views

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    Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

  16. Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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    September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Cancer in children and young people is rare, and cure rates are much higher on average than adult cancer - which is why it's important to recognize the signs and symptoms early.

  17. World Suicide Prevention Day

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    Friday 10th September 2021 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Here is some information about the event and resources for suicide.