Healthwatch Cambridgeshire Chair Val Moore
Celebrating NHS staff achievements with HUC
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.
5 March 2021
News
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Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 10 March 2021
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.
3 March 2021
Report
Sharon Spindler - Chief Executive of Dhiverse
HIV in 2021 - tackling the stigma
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 But outdated attitudes and stigma remain a barrier to diagnosis.
25 February 2021
Blog
The road out of lockdown for Cambridgeshire people
The 'road map' out of lockdown - what to expect
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.
23 February 2021
News
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Health and care for the LGBTQ+ community
It’s February: LGBTQ+ History Month. And an opportunity to highlight some of the health issues – and inequalities – facing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning plus (LGBTQ+) community.
22 February 2021
Advice and Information
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Following my dreams - and becoming a mum
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.
18 February 2021
Blog
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Registering with your GP: understanding your rights
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.
17 February 2021
Advice and Information
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NHS under pressure
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.
15 February 2021
News
The census is coming
Making sure you count - the national census is coming
The census is coming. By taking part, you can help inform decisions on services that shape your community, such as healthcare, education and transport.
12 February 2021
News
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Remembering the HIV and AIDS crisis
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.
3 February 2021
Blog
North Cambs Hospital
Temporary closure for Wisbech MIU
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.
15 January 2021
News
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Welcome to our new Directors
Three new members have been appointed to our Healthwatch Board.
14 January 2021
News