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Five GP surgeries in Bath have joined forces to share their clinical expertise for the benefit of their patients. -
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We held a workshop in June 2018 about the implementation of the Accessible Information Standard. The workshop was aimed at professionals working in health and social care organisations across B&NES, South Gloucestershire and Bristol. -
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You have the power to help make change happen. It Starts With You. -
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Rainbow Resource has been a popular and well-used resource for young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities and their families for several years. -
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Each quarter we meet with our Executive Board to decide which areas in health and social care we should focus on in Bath and North East Somerset. -
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Sir Robert Francis QC has been appointed today as the new Chair of Healthwatch England, the independent champion for people who use health and social care. -
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If you can't find the right support, Healthwatch is here for you. In times of worry or stress, we can be there to find you the best place to go for help, whether it's finding an NHS dentist, how to make a complaint or where to go for extra support. Find out more in our video below. -
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Bath and North East Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group adopt new guidelines which will reduce the prescribing of over-the-counter medicines for minor conditions. -
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We're here to find out matters to you and to help make sure your views shape the support you need. -
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We're delighted to launch our small grants programme for 2018-19 aimed at VCSE organisations in B&NES. -
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A proposal to transform maternity services across Bath and North East Somerset (BANES), Swindon and Wiltshire has been shared with the general public for their consideration. -
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Each quarter we meet with our Executive Board to decide which areas in health and social care we should focus on in Bath and North East Somerset. -
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People living in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES), Swindon and Wiltshire are being urged to do their bit to help the NHS cope with an increase in demand for services this winter. -
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From 1 June 2019, the non-emergency patient transport service in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire will be provided by E-zec Medical Transport Services -
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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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Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe. -
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Our February Newsletter is now available.
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‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England. -
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The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know. -
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We asked people how they ordered prescriptions in BaNES, how effective they found this process and any challenges they faced. We also asked what would help improve the service. -
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As we head into Spring we share news of upcoming engagements and projects both from Healthwatch BANES and partner organisations.
In this issue:
Prostate cancer awareness and joint BEMSCA and Healthwatch session
Digital access to health - project update
The closure of POD prescription service
Lullaby Trust Safe Sleep Week
Where to find help and support - including the new Hope Guide
Have your say - date for the Integrated Care Board meeting
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March was filled with engagements, from college events to joining the Livewell team in Keynsham.
In this issue:
Bowel cancer Awareness Month
Where to find help and support including: We Get It, Headway, The Maggie Oliver Foundation
Have your say, including: Health and Wellbeing Board 2nd May, new vaping and dentistry surveys for young people
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Two of our volunteers have developed surveys to go alongside engagement work about the impact of Vaping and Dentistry on Young People across Bath and North East Somerset and Swindon. -
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Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need. -
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My Voice Matters is ensuring the voice of people with diverse lived experiences and backgrounds are heard.
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Welcome to Healthwatch in BANES news update. In this month's issue we cover:
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Thank you to everyone who helped contribute towards a busy few months.
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Each year Healthwatch Bath and North East Somerset sets its priorities for the year ahead based on the experiences that we hear from local people.
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From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it. -
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To champion the public's views, we act on clear, informed evidence of their health and social care experiences. Find out what evidence we use and how.