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Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments. -
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COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively. -
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This week (7th - 13th September) is the NHS's Organ Donation Week - find out more about organ donation and new changes to laws in England. -
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You may have noticed someone wearing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, which is commonly displayed using a green lanyard patterned with sunflowers. This article will give you more information on the sunflowers and let you know who's entitled to one. -
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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. -
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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. -
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Falling as we get older is quite common, and although most falls don't cause serious injury they can leave us feeling quite distressed. The good news is there are lots of things you can do to stay steady on your feet. -
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If you need social care, whether that's home adaptations or a care home, a care needs assessment is the first step. -
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Patients may request to change gender on their patient record at any time and do not need to have undergone any form of gender reassignment treatment in order to do so. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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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. -
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Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps. -
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An engagement outcome report on people's experiences of using NHS 111 from the Wigan Borough CCG. -
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Monday 18th October 2021 marks World Menopause, a day that raises awareness of the menopause, and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. This year's theme is bone health. -
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The three biggest issues facing men are mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. This Movember is a time to know the facts about men's health and create services that work for men. -
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This edition of Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh's quarter 3 newsletter is now available to read and includes the following updates and features:
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Information and advice around health and social care -
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Together we’re making health and social care better -
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Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. if you are struggling, feeling alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support. -
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“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.
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Our friends at Ekhaya.UK are celebrating International Women's Month with an empowering day filled with inspiring talks, interactive workshops, and engaging activities.
We love their tagline: "Invest in women. Accelerate progress"! -
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The cost of living remains a barrier to health, particularly for people on low incomes, and those requiring dental care.
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A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect. -
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Policy & Procedure for the Appointment of Authorised Representatives at Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh -
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Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh hosted an Open Board Meeting which allowed members of the public to come and listen to upcoming projects and priorities which were discussed by Board Directors and staff. -
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Do you care about your local health and social care services? Do you have a strategic background and want to make a difference within your local community? If the answer is YES then you could be interested in joining our Board -
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Read Sheila's story about why she chooses to volunteer with the Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team -
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Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Leigh Family Practice to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit. -
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Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Dr. Khatri & Partners Surgery to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit. -
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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 our organisation, they bring valuable skills and knowledge to Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh. -
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This policy says how people can complain about our work if they need to - this policy sets out the formal process of making a complaint. -
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Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh team of authorised representatives visited Atherleigh Park to conduct an enter and view report. Within this report it sets outs; key findings, summary and results of the enter and view visit. -
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Throughout 2019-2020, we engaged with 1,295 people across the Wigan Borough regarding their experiences with health and social care. This report highlights our activities within 2019-2020. -
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Give feedback on health and social care services to support the NHS #BecauseWeAllCare -
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A quick update to let you know our holiday plans. -
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We want to know what YOU think Healthwatch should be focusing on over the next 12 months and why. -
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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. -
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Could you be a volunteer member of the Healthwatch Wigan & Leigh 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.
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Throughout 2020-2021, we engaged with 2,872 people across the Wigan Borough regarding their experiences with health and social care. This report highlights our activities within 2020-2021.