1. Staying connected: not everyone’s online

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    The Covid-19 outbreak and social distancing rules have affected the way organisations and support groups meet.

  2. Healthwatch policy - Media

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    This policy says how we will work positively with media partners to help us achieve better health and care services for local people. It was approved at the Board's meeting in September 2020.

  3. Tackling disability hate crime

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    It’s Hate Crime Awareness Week 2023. Our Partnership Development Manager Graham Lewis talks about how our Healthwatch and the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Partnership Boards are highlighting disability hate crime.

  4. Anne shares her advice in podcast about grief

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    Our Information and Signposting Officer Anne Aldred features in the new Hunts Post We Need to Talk podcast about grief.

  5. Looking after your mental health

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    This article focuses on tackling anxiety and highlighting the importance of taking care of your mental health.

  6. Report shines light on Covid health and care struggles

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    The final report from our three-month Covid survey is published today.

  7. Covid survey report highlights health and care struggles during pandemic

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    The final report from our Covid-19 survey - published today - highlights the health and care struggles of some of the most disadvantaged in our communities across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

  8. Staying well this winter

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    People across Cambridgeshire are being urged not to delay getting help for their health this winter. And our local NHS services say they are here to help you stay well, safely.

  9. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Weds 11 November 2020

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    Join us online for our next Board meeting in public. Our Directors will be hearing about our engagement work over the last 12 months.

  10. New vaccine hopeful but stick to lockdown rules

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    Prime Minister Boris Johnson is urging people to continue with the lockdown rules and basic hygiene advice and not get distracted by news of the Pfizer/BioNtech vaccine progress.

  11. Update on dental services

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    The Covid shutdown of dental services across our area aggravated existing problems around access to high street NHS dental care.

  12. Help and advice for family carers

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    Many people looking after family members or friends are reaching breaking point due to not getting the support or recognition they need. Our advice article signposts you to local and national support to help you in your caring role.

  13. Carers Helen and Annie share their top tips

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    It’s Carers’ Rights Day. Here, family carers Helen and Annie from Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Carers’ Partnership Board – which works to improve local services for carers – share their tips and advice.

  14. Healthwatch volunteer Eunice helps launch new campaign

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    As NHS and care staff work hard to keep us safe, join our 'Because We All Care' campaign and help them protect people.

  15. Making GP websites clearer for patients

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    A new information checklist has been developed by our Healthwatch volunteers to help GP surgeries make their websites clear and accessible for patients.

  16. Tier 2 restrictions to start next week

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    Local people face new public health restrictions when lockdown ends next week.

  17. Have your say on plans to redevelop the Princess of Wales Hospital

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    The NHS is submitting plans to improve facilities at the hospital so it can continue to meet the needs of a growing and ageing population. And they want to hear your views about the proposed changes.

  18. Leaving hospital during Covid-19 - our new report

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    The way people are discharged from hospital across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough should work better for patients says our new report published today.

  19. Leaving hospital during Covid 19

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    Hospital discharge is a complicated process. And the way people leave hospital across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough should work better for patients says our new report out today.

  20. 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.

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. Welcome to our new Directors

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    Three new members have been appointed to our Healthwatch Board.

  24. 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.

  25. 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.

  26. 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.

  27. 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.

  28. 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.

  29. Health and care for the LGBTQ+ community

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    This article highlights some of the health issues – and inequalities – facing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) community.

  30. 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.

  31. 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.

  32. 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.

  33. 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.

  34. 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.

  35. Healthwatch policy - Risk Management

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    This policy says how we will identify and manage all potential risks. It was approved at our Board's meeting in December 2022.

  36. 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.

  37. 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.

  38. 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.

  39. 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.

  40. Autistic Voices report will help shape new autism strategy for our area

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    Our new report highlighting the health and care experiences of autistic people from Cambridgeshire and Peterborough is published today.