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Learn what the NHS 111 service is for and how you can use it to get the care you need.

If you're not well and cannot work you may need a fit note for your employer. Find out what a fit note is, when you need one and how to get one.

You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about how to register with a GP, what your rights are and what to do if you're refused the right to register.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care services? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Patients often report positive experiences for cancer treatment services. In the most recent national cancer survey, respondents scored NHS cancer care services higher than the previous year, scoring them an average of 8.94 out of 10. Find out what people have told us about their experiences of cancer care.

Living with chronic pain can limit your ability to live and work, yet it is a reality for millions of people in England. Find out the problems people are facing and what services can do to better support people living with pain.

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or if you're struggling with NHS dentistry costs.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Healthwatch Stockport's Information Round-up is published every week. Read about the latest news, updates and events in Stockport.

Healthwatch Stockport have been working on a series of screening programme fact sheets and we are excited to share the final one of six - for the Prostate Cancer Risk Programme. This follows the launch of our Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Breast Cancer, Bowel Cancer, Cervical Cancer and Diabetic Eye screening fact sheets.

Healthwatch Stockport have been working on a series of screening programme fact sheets and we are excited to share the fifth of six - this time, for Diabetic Eye screening. This follows the launch of our Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Breast Cancer, Bowel Cancer and Cervical Cancer screening fact sheets.