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LGBT+ inclusion activity Survey. you do not have to be LGBT+ to respond. All responses are anonymous which means we do not take any identifying information in this survey - https://tinyurl.com/3dd62y8m -
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Find out more in our guide to local health services for the August Bank Holiday - https://www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/bank-holiday-service-guide/ -
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Communities can apply for funding to help make sure that everyone has an opportunity to lead a healthy life.
For more info & to apply: https://thurrockcvs.org/current-funding-opportunities/
Deadline for applications is 19th September 2023 -
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Help Healthwatch Thurrock ensure that it listens, and learns from the voice and experience of children and young people.
If you are interested in the role please contact admin@healthwatchthurrock.org or call us on 01375389883 -
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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. -
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We all know sepsis can be hard to spot, but did you know that carers and family members can be the first to spot the soft signs of sepsis?
#WorldSepsisDay
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Celebrating Know Your Numbers Week 2023. Monitoring blood pressure is more than just numbers; it's about understanding and prioritising our health. -
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We would like to hear your experiences of receiving outpatient appointment letters. What you tell us in this survey will help more people get to the right place for treatment at the right time. Go to: https://tinyurl.com/46upstd2 -
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Take a look at this charity that's helping Ukrainians sustainably rebuild their lives in the UK: https://opora.uk/ -
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Industrial Action from 7am Monday 2nd October until 7am on Thursday 5th October. For more info, go to: www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/ -
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Follow the link to learn what the Youth Innovation Essay Prize is, what you can win and when to enter by. Go to:https://thurrockcvs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/YIEP-2023-UCL-Partners-PDF.pdf -
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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. -
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Healthwatch Thurrock are interested in your experiences of local maternity services -
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Inviting all children up to 13 years old for some Young healthwatch Christmas Magic!
We want to hear your views on health and social care services -
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We received a number of complaints & concerns regarding accessibility for Blue Badge users regarding supermarket parking. We decided to explore this further & gather lived experience of badge users within Thurrock who use local supermarket parking. -
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The Patients Association and Roche Diagnostics UK are working together to understand patients’ experiences of diagnostic services in the NHS. If you've used the diagnostic service in the last 6 months, please complete the survey by 7/1/24 -
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Our phone line will close at 2pm on Friday 22nd December 2023, reopening at 9am on Tuesday 2nd January 2024. -
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Take a look at the Thurrock Recovery College timetable for courses starting in January to March 2024. -
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Christmas and new year can be a difficult time, so if you are struggling with your mental health, there is always help available. -
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Thurrock Stroke Project is a support service for Thurrock residents who have suffered a stroke. It provides the opportunity for stroke survivors and their carers to meet together and chat over a cup of tea.
They currently meet every Monday between 2-4pm at the United Reform Church, 31 Bradleigh Avenue. There is a £5 fee for yearly membership and a £3 a week cost to attend. They are an affiliated member of the Stroke Association. -
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MSE ICS are undertaking a number of projects to improve women’s services and want to get the views of women. This survey covers everything from contraception to the menopause and everything in-between. -
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They're looking for volunteers aged 11 and over to help them to create and watch virtual reality videos. Participants must also be autistic or have mild/moderate learning disabilities.
The study will involve participants attending co-production sessions to tell them what scenarios they would like to see, followed by a period of time spent watching the videos with virtual reality headsets, and then a feedback session at the end of the project as well. The project will be taking place over the entirety of 2024. -
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To mark Children’s Mental Health Week (5th – 11th February) Healthwatch Thurrock ran a drawing challenge asking children of Thurrock to draw something that makes them happy. We promised to share the entries throughout #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. -
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Norovirus cases are currently higher than normal across mid and south Essex, particularly affecting those over the age of 65.
Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting. If you catch norovirus, it’s important to rest and have plenty of fluids. You should stay at home until two days after your symptoms stop and wash your hands to prevent the spread of infection.
For more information please visit nhs.uk/norovirus -
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There are a range of NHS services available to local people over the Easter bank holiday weekend including:
● Pharmacy advice
● NHS 111 on the telephone and online
● Mental health support
Visit nhs.uk for more info including local pharmacy opening times. -
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A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect. -
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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. -
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The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services? -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment. -
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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. -
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Annual Report 2019-20 - Guided by You
Our annual report holds the work that we have carried out this year including the Targeted Lung Check support, Sexual Violence and Abuse Services as well as highlights of the year. -
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