1. Healthwatch policy - Annual leave

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    This policy says what annual leave allowance we give to staff. It was approved at our Board's meeting in July 2021.

  2. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 16 January 2014

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    Board Meeting of Healthwatch Cambridgeshire

  3. Healthwatch Policy - Alcohol and Drugs

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    This policy says what our approach to drugs and alcohol in our offices and at our events is. It was approved at our Board's meeting in September 2021.

  4. Healthwatch Policy - Absence

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    This policy says how we manage staff absence from work due to sickness. It was approved at our Board's meeting in Nov 2020.

  5. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 19 March 2014

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Board meeting in public.

  6. Healthwatch Board Meeting in public - 15 May 2014

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Board meeting

  7. Our first year

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    In our first Annual Report we show you how we've helped make a difference to local services based on what you've told us.

  8. Register of Interests

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    This document says what other health, care or political organisations that our Directors may be involved in that could potentially provide a conflict of interests in their role with our Healthwatch. It was last updated in July 2023.

  9. Healthwatch Board meeting in public and AGM - 16 July 2014

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Board meeting and first AGM

  10. Healthwatch wants equal access to shaping maternity services for all new and potential parents

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire has found that local people don’t all have the same chance to feedback on their experience of maternity care due to inequalities in funding local Maternity Service Liaison Committees (MSLCs).

  11. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 18 September 2014

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Board meeting in public

  12. Healthwatch Cambridgeshire launches Using People's Stories Guidance

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    We have launched our own good practice guidance to collecting and using people's stories to help improve health and care services.

  13. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 12 November 2014

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Board meeting

  14. Call out to South Asian community for diabetes care experiences

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    South Asian people living in Cambridgeshire are being asked to share their diabetes experiences.

  15. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 13 January 2021

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    Join us online for our next Board meeting in public when we will be formally appointing three new Directors. We'll also be discussing our work with children and young people including involving them in developing mental health services.

  16. Stay patient for the vaccine urges CEO Sandie

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    The Covid-19 vaccines are here and rolling out across our area. But please stay patient, our Healthwatch CEO Sandie Smith told BBC Radio Cambridgeshire listeners this week.

  17. Workshop for autistic adults and their family carers

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  18. Huntingdonshire Health and Care Forum - online

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  19. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 12 May 2021

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  20. Welcome to our new Directors

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    Three new members have been appointed to our Healthwatch Board.

  21. Temporary closure for Wisbech MIU

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    Wisbech Minor Injury Unit is to close temporarily on Monday - 18 January 2021 - so that staff can take on new vital roles in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

  22. Workshop for young people moving to adult mental health services

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  23. Remembering the HIV and AIDS crisis

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    February is the month where the UK celebrates the history of LGBT people and their achievements.
    So, for those who don’t know me, I’m Graham, the Partnership Development Manager here at Healthwatch. I’m also Gay.

  24. Have your say on proposed A&E standards

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  25. Have your say on proposed A&E standards

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  26. Making sure you count - the national census is coming

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    The census is coming. By taking part, you can help inform decisions on services that shape your community, such as healthcare, education and transport.

  27. NHS under pressure

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    Many NHS staff are about to start their second year on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic. And lots of local people have told us how hard they are finding the current lockdown.

  28. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  29. Following my dreams - and becoming a mum

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    In this personal blog for LGBTQ+ History Month, our Healthwatch CEO, Sandie Smith, reflects on the road to parenthood – and the joy of being a mum.

  30. The 'road map' out of lockdown - what to expect

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    On Tuesday 22 February, the Prime Minister set the ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown. And from 8 March people will see restrictions start to lift as part of a four step plan.

  31. HIV in 2021 - tackling the stigma

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    As part of LGBTQ+ History Month, Sharron Spindler, Chief Executive of local sexual health charity Dhiverse, tells us that modern treatments make HIV a manageable long-term condition. But outdated attitudes and stigma remain a barrier to diagnosis.

  32. Sensory Impairment Partnership Board - Terms of Reference

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    Terms of Reference for the Sensory Impairment Partnership Board

  33. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 10 March 2021

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    Join us online for our next Board meeting in public when Directors are being asked to approve our work programme and budget for 2021-22. They are also being asked to green light five new policies - including confidentiality and data protection.

  34. Celebrating NHS staff achievements with HUC

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    Healthwatch Chair Val was delighted to be one of this year's judges at the recent HUC staff awards - celebrating the achievements of staff and teams within our local NHS 111 and out of hours' GP service provider.

  35. Vaccinations for people with learning disabilities

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    People with learning disabilities in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are now getting their Covid-19 vaccinations.

  36. Do you know anyone who could benefit from a GP Access card?

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    Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.

  37. Report calls for national review of GP services

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    The way we use our GP practices has fundamentally shifted as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  38. Fenland Health and Care Forum - online

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  39. Greater Cambridge Health and Care Forum - online

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  40. Huntingdonshire Health and Care Forum - online

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  41. Wheelchair Users’ Forum - online

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  42. Helping to tackle vaccine hesitancy

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    Our Engagement Officer Rebwar has been helping to get Covid-19 vaccination, testing and self-isolation information out to communities in Peterborough and Fenland.

  43. Eight ... and counting

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    Our Healthwatch is eight years old this month. Here, CEO Sandie Smith reflects on a unique 12 months. And thanks everyone who has supported us and shared their experiences to help us learn from the pandemic.

  44. Sensory Impairment Partnership Board Minutes April 2021 to March 2022

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    Read more about the issues discussed by the Sensory Impairment Partnership Board this year.