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Have your say on the Care you or someone you know receives
February 7th 2020 saw the launch of a piece of work by Healthwatch Thurrock.
20 February 2020
News
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Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?
​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.
4 January 2020
Advice and Information
MAGNIFYING GLASS
Long Term Conditions Report
People with long-term conditions now account for over 50% of all GP appointments, 64% of all outpatient appointments and over 70% of all all inpatient bed days.
30 November 2019
Report
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Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
17 October 2019
Advice and Information
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Do you need help travelling to NHS services?
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.
26 September 2019
Advice and Information
MAGNIFYING GLASS
Brighter Futures 2019
Healthwatch Thurrock was asked as an independent organisation to gather the views of children and young people, carers and parents about their experiences of using the Brighter Futures services.
20 September 2019
Report
MAGNIFYING GLASS
Looked After Children 2019
A project collecting the views of Looked After Children, Foster Carers and Professionals in Thurrock
1 September 2019
Report
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Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries
Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.
29 July 2019
Advice and Information
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What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?
Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.
24 July 2019
Advice and Information
MAGNIFYING GLASS
Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2018-19
We have had another year of successes for the residents of Thurrock, where real face to face engagement and listening to what people have told us about the services they use has resulted in some real changes.
1 July 2019
Report
MAGNIFYING GLASS
NHS Long Term Plan Report
What do residents need or want from the NHS and how does this fit with the NHS Long Term Plan.
15 June 2019
Report
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Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia
Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.
12 June 2019
Advice and Information