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Have your say on GP services
Residents across Cheshire and Merseyside are being urged to make their voices heard and help shape the future of local GP and health services by taking part in a new survey launched by local Healthwatch.
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Councils across Cheshire & Merseyside are seeking your views about your local pharmacy.
Please help us to make sure that your local pharmacy is providing the right services and support for you and your family by completing a short survey.
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Women in England want DIY cervical screening tests on the NHS
A poll of 2,444 women hesitant about cervical screening unveils that three- quarters, 73%, would use a home testing kit if it was available free on the NHS.
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Healthwatch report calls for improvements in Hospital discharge.
A joint report by Healthwatch Halton and Healthwatch Warrington has called for improvements when patients are discharged from hospital.
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Deaf and hard of hearing people's healthcare experiences
It's important that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can get information in an accessible way. But feedback suggests not all services are complying with key legislation.
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Share your feedback to improve care in your community
‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.
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Supporting your children’s ‘super bodies’ this winter
As children return to schools and nurseries after the autumn half term, the NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside are sharing guidance for parents and…
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Mouth Cancer Action Month 2024
Taking place throughout November, Mouth Cancer Action Month is the UK's biggest charity campaign for mouth cancer awareness.
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Help reduce medication waste and support the NHS across Cheshire and Merseyside
Pharmacists and GPs across Cheshire and Merseyside are urging people to only order the medication they need from their repeat prescriptions.
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Latest reports and publication
Pharmacy First - a view from Halton October 2024
During August and September 2024 we visited pharmacies across Halton to speak with patients and gather their views about the Pharmacy First service.
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Pharmacy First The Hidden Healthcare Resource - 2024
Engaging Communities Solutions are pleased to publish our report on public awareness and experience of Pharmacy First. we carried out a survey across our seven local Healthwatch areas.
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