1. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

    Advice and Information -

    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  2. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

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    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  3. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  4. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  5. Thurrock Cancer Conversations Report 2020

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock were commissioned to conduct conversations with individuals to identify the quantity, source and consistency of information received by patients following diagnosis of cancer.

  6. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2018-19

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    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.

  7. Mental Health Report 2018

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    Through anecdotal discussion from service users and residents, a need to better understand services supporting Mental Health Services in Thurrock were identified in early 2018.

  8. Healthwatch Thurrock Annual Report 2017-18

    Report -

    As we look forward to 2018/19 our operational plans will be to increase our ambassadors in more areas building on the successes of the past year and become even more integrated in the community that we represent.

  9. Blood Testing Report 2017

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock undertook a piece of work and carried out a survey on the blood testing services at Orsett and Basildon Hospitals.

  10. More local GPs begin offering COVID Vaccine as part of biggest NHS Immunisation Programme

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    More local vaccination services run by family doctors and their teams will open across mid and south Essex today (Friday 15 January 2021), as the roll out of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history continues.

  11. NHS Long Term Plan Report

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    What do residents need or want from the NHS and how does this fit with the NHS Long Term Plan.

  12. Local Health services in Thurrock

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    Here you can find helpful links and organisations for local advice and services in Thurrock.

  13. Health and Wellbeing 2016 Goal B

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    Goal B Health and Wellbeing Healthier Environment Report

  14. Health Hubs April 2016

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    Raising awareness of Thurrock Health Hubs

  15. Join our live Facebook event!

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    Join us on the 1st September at 6:00pm!

  16. GP Experiences Report

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    The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that a lot of services are delivered, with a move away from face to face interactions and more occurring over the phone and via virtual means.

  17. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  18. Long Term Conditions Report

    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.

  19. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  20. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

    Advice and Information -

    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  21. Covid-19 Vaccination Programme

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    The NHS has rolled out the biggest vaccination programme that has ever undertaken with three quarters of a million people already receiving the jab.

  22. Symptoms of Coronavirus

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    Learn what symptoms are associated with Coronavirus, how to recognise them and what to do if you are displaying symptoms.

  23. Essex-wide COVID-19 vaccination website launches

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    The NHS in Essex recently launched a new website, giving residents the latest information and advice on the local COVID-19 vaccination programme.

  24. Are you over 70? Have you been invited for your COVID-19 Vaccine?

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    The NHS is calling for all people aged over 70 to come forward and contact the NHS to make an appointment for their COVID-19 Vaccination.

  25. COVID-19 information in different languages and accessible formats

    News -

    The NHS in Essex is making sure everyone has access to useful information about COVID-19 and the vaccination programme.

  26. COVID-19 vaccination programme reaches out to local groups to ensure nobody is left behind

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    The NHS in Essex is working with its partners to reach out to its vulnerable and at-risk residents, to encourage them to accept the invitation for COVID-19 vaccination to make sure nobody gets left behind.

  27. COVID-19 Vaccine roll out for over 50s

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    NHS England invites everyone aged 50 and over to be jabbed as NHS vaccination programme marks 100th day.

  28. Coronavirus Survey

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey around services and quality of information received during the Covid-19 pandemic 2020.

  29. Mental Health & Covid Report 2020/21

    Report -

    Healthwatch Thurrock conducted a survey to reflect the experiences of residents during the Covid-19 lockdown periods and the effects this has had on their Health and Mental Wellbeing.

  30. New reports published by Healthwatch Thurrock

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    Healthwatch Thurrock have recently released new reports, please see below to find out more and view.

  31. Ford And NHS ‘Vaccine Van’ Delivers COVID-19 Protection To Low-Uptake Communities

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    The NHS in Essex has teamed up with Ford and local community health leaders to roll out a vital initiative across Mid and South Essex

  32. Healthwatch Thurrock release Annual Report 2020-21

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    Since COVID-19 struck, the work of the Healthwatch Thurrock to support and listen to local people became more crucial than ever. Find out about our resources and how we have engaged and supported people in 2020-21.

  33. Do you have a weakened immune system?

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    All immunosuppressed people over the age of five can have an extra Covid-19 vaccination this spring. View full image here - https://thurrockcvs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-15-110720.jpg

  34. Autumn/Winter Flu and COVID-19 vaccination

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    With new variants of COVID-19 in circulation, people at higher risk from the virus will be relieved to hear that this year's vaccine campaign will start sooner. Any questions please contact 01375 389883.

  35. Annual Report 2022-23

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    Read our Annual report to find out how Healthwatch Thurrock has been making a difference in the community during this last year.