1. IRU - Thursday 4th May 2023

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

  2. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  3. IRU - Thursday 11th May 2023

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

  4. What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis

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    Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.

  5. Primary care recovery plan – what does it mean for you and your loved ones?

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    NHS England has recently published its "Delivery plan for recovering access to primary care". We outline what the planned changes will mean for you.

  6. IRU - Thursday 25th May 2023

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

  7. Professor David Croisdale-Appleby confirmed as new Chair of Healthwatch England

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    Professor David Croisdale-Appleby has been appointed as the new Chair of Healthwatch England, the independent champion for people who use health and social care.

  8. IRU - Thursday 15th June 2023

    News -

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

  9. Annual Report 2022 - 2023

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    Today we published our 2022-23 annual report which showcases some of the work we have undertaken last year.

  10. IRU - Thursday 26th July 2023

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

  11. Dementia Carers Annual Survey

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    Please find below the Dementia Carers Count survey for carers.
    What you tell us will help us better understand the pressures on family carers and shape our services and priorities.
     

  12. IRU - Friday, 4th August 2023

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

  13. August Bank Holiday: Pharmacy opening hours

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    Pharmacy opening hours for the August Bank Holiday 2023 have now been published.

  14. IRU- Friday 25th August 2023

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

  15. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost-of-living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  16. Network Event - Social care

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  17. IRU- Friday 1st September 2023

    News -

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

  18. IRU-Friday 8th September 2023

    News -

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

  19. IRU- Friday 15th September

    News -

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

  20. Cervical screening: What to expect from your smear test.

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    Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important.

  21. IRU- Friday 22nd September 2023

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

  22. IRU-Friday 29th September

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

  23. How do I get a fit note?

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    Find out what a ‘fit note’ is, when you might need one and how to go about getting one.

  24. How to stay well this winter

    Advice and Information -

    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  25. Looking after your health during the cost of living crisis.

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    The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  26. The impact of waiting: the stories behind the numbers

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    With the NHS under immense pressure, we look at the impact that waiting for a diagnosis, test, or treatment can have on individuals and some of the potential solutions that might help.

  27. The COVID-19 vaccine and how do I get it

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    Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including where to go and why it's important.

  28. IRU- Friday 6th October 2023

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

  29. What is SAD, and how can you manage it?

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    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.

  30. Pressures in mental health: How are people being affected?

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    This World Mental Health Day, we're looking at people's recent experiences of mental health services. With GPs often acting as the front door for mental health support, we've analysed our evidence about GP referrals for mental health

  31. Inform Newsletter - Issue 3

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    Read the latest newsletter from Healthwatch Stockport. Available online or for you to order a copy.

  32. IRU- Friday 13th October 2023

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

  33. What is menopause and what are the signs?

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    With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available.

  34. IRU- Friday 20th October 2023

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

  35. CQC's State of Care report - our response

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    Care Quality Commission has today published its annual State of Care report, highlighting that a combination of cost-of-living crisis and workforce pressures risks ‘unfair care’ for many people. Read our response.

  36. The challenges ethnic minority groups face, and the changes we must see

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    We share the key trends in what people from different ethnic minority groups are telling us, and propose steps the NHS can take towards equity in care.

  37. What is social prescribing?

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    Around one in five GP visits are for non-medical problems. Many things that affect our health can’t be treated by doctors or medicine alone. This includes loneliness, money problems, housing, education or employment status.

  38. IRU- Friday 27th October 2023

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

  39. Thousands of patients to be offered the chance to travel for treatment

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    Our response to NHS England's announcement on travel options for people facing long waits for care.

  40. IRU- Friday 3rd November

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

  41. IRU Thursday 9th November 2023

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

  42. Shaun’s battle: from active duty to the waiting list

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    As Remembrance Day approaches, we hear from army veteran Shaun about how long waiting times affected his ability to access NHS care.

  43. Get ready to join the mental health conversation Stockport!

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    Are you passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing in Stockport? Do you have lived experience of mental health issues? If it’s yes to both, please read on to discover a new and exciting opportunity!

  44. How can you provide better care to diabetes patients?

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    Four areas where you can improve support for people diagnosed with diabetes