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To mark Cervical Screening Awareness Week (20-26 June), Healthwatch Halton is joining Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust to raise awareness of the test and encourage sharing of tips and experiences to help more women and people with a cervix to attend. -
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The North West’s chief pharmacist is reminding people not to leave it too late to order repeat prescriptions ahead of the four-day Jubilee bank holiday next week. -
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In 2020 the law around organ donation in England changed to an opt-out system, to enable more people to save more lives. This means that unless you choose to opt out, or are in an excluded group, you will be considered to have agreed to be an organ donor when you die. -
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We join together as NHS and charity leaders to encourage people with a weakened immune system to continue to book in or visit a walk-in centre for their COVID-19 vaccines. All individuals aged 12 years and over who are immunosuppressed are advised to receive a Spring booster dose of the vaccine, typically six months after their last dose. -
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Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change. -
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It is estimated that at least 1,788 people live with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) across Liverpool, Halton, Knowsley and South Sefton. -
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It’s National Breastfeeding Week from the 27th of June to the 3rd of July 2022, and everyone has a part to play in helping mums to breastfeed. The theme for the week is ‘Everyone has a part to play in helping mums to breastfeed’. The key focus will be the difference that can be made if everyone supports breastfeeding e.g. partners, the wider family, community, health and education services and workplaces. -
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Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need. -
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Although most restrictions have been lifted, in relation to Covid -19, the virus is still very much with us and cases are on the rise across England. -
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Do you need to make a complaint about health and care services? Find out who to contact in Halton. -
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Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support. -
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It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need. -
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Healthwatch England warns that health and care services are failing in their legal duty to provide accessible information for people with physical and learning disabilities. -
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The COVID-19 Autumn booster should be offered to the following groups: -
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Cheshire and Merseyside Gynaecology Network Menopause Special Interest Group have launched the Cheshire and Merseyside Menopause Survey. -
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Record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. -
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The North West has one of the highest numbers of registered lung cancer cases in England*. -
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Are you one of the 1800 + people with MS in Liverpool Halton, Knowsley and South Sefton?
Would you like to find out more about the support and information that is available to you locally and also share your ideas and suggestions about new services that could be developed? -
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When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect. -
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Around 21,000 people in Halton have been diagnosed with high blood pressure. -
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Download our latest e-bulletin here filled with local content concerning what support is available, awareness and information of national and local issues. -
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Do you have good listening and communication skills?
Do you have an interest in and empathy with asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants?
Can you provide non-judgemental support and encouragement to people?
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Here's a list of useful information on various independent support organisations to help you find support that's right for you. -
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Trinity Safe Space are looking for dedicated volunteers who can give up to 2 hours a week, for 6 months to support asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants in the Borough of Halton. -
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The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones. -
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It is National Eye Health Week. Vision really matters. Sight is the sense people fear losing the most, yet many of us don’t know how to look after our eyes – National Eye Health Week aims to change all that. -
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“Babies cry, you can cope!” that’s the key message from NHS, local authorities and healthcare organisations from across the country who are coming together this September to promote lifesaving messages to parents. -
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As September draws to a close it is very important to remember the signs and symptoms of gynaecological cancer. There are five gynaecological cancers: womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal. Each year in the UK, over 22,000 women are diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer. Sadly 21 women die each day from their gynaecological cancer. -
Easy read breast screening recall letters now available for all patients who require them nationally
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Breast screening patients across England are set to benefit from more accessible communications thanks to patient feedback to a local Healthwatch. Easy read follow up letters, for breast screening appointments, are now available to patients nationwide. -
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This year marks the 20th year of Baby Loss Awareness Week in the UK – a week for everyone in the baby loss community and beyond to come together to remember and commemorate our much-loved and missed babies. -
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People living and working in Cheshire are invited by North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) to share their views and experiences of our 999 emergency ambulance service and NHS 111 as part of a conversation with the community. -
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From 10 October 2022, patients who use the Musculoskeletal Clinical Assessment and Triage Service (MSKCATS) will be referred by contacting their GP practice rather than self-referring. -
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year Breast Cancer UK are talking about the causes of breast cancer and how we can act to prevent it.
Sadly not all breast cancer cases are preventable. But studies show that at least 30% of breast cancer cases are preventable. By making changes to your lifestyle you can reduce your risk of getting breast cancer. -
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When affected by cancer, having the right kind of support and information, at the right time, is essential. The Macmillan Delamere Support and Information Centre provides a confidential, drop-in service for anyone affected by cancer. -
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November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Pancreatic Cancer UK are calling on everyone to put a spotlight on a disease that deserves more attention because right now people are diagnosed too late: too late for treatment, too late to survive. By 2026, it will become the fourth-biggest cancer killer.
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Getting to healthcare appointments can be impossible for some people – especially those who cannot travel or afford it. Find out what Healthwatch have recommended decision-makers do to improve the situation. -
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Safeguarding Adults Week 2022 will focus on the theme ‘Responding to Contemporary Safeguarding Challenges’.
Safeguarding Adults Week is a time for organisations to come together to raise awareness of important safeguarding issues. The week aims to enable more organisations and individuals to feel confident in recognising signs of abuse and neglect and recording and reporting safeguarding concerns.
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The latest statistics released by the NHS indicate that people are waiting longer for cancer support, posing a risk to people’s safety.
The latest data from September 2022 indicates that more people are unfortunately waiting longer than they should for their first cancer appointment. The percentage of patients receiving their first treatment within a month of diagnosis has also fallen.
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Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions. -
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Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.
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The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) is now recruiting a new honorary Women Voices Lead (WVL) -
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Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need. -
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World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day. -
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We’ve called on NHS England to support people during any industrial action by staff.
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Halton residents will have the opportunity to shape how technology will be used to improve access to care across the borough.
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Recent reports of serious Group A Strep infections (GAS) can be worrying. Whilst the more serious Invasive GAS infections are still uncommon, there has been an increase in cases this year, particularly in children under 10 and sadly, a small number of deaths. -
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Halton Health Hub opened to patients at the end of November 2022. The new Halton Health Hub is located within Runcorn Shopping City and provides three community based, outpatient services from Warrington and Halton Hospitals Foundation Trust:
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In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is beginning to hit home for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary. -
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As daylight gets shorter, nights get longer, the weather this week is certainly on the change to becoming chillier sitting at -0 and more. -
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Figures from NHS England show 7.2 million people were waiting to start routine treatment at the end of October, up from 7.1 million in September. Read our response.
Around 1,907 people in England were waiting for planned treatment, such as hip or knee replacements more than two years at the end of October, which is down slightly from 2,239 at the end of September.
