1. Five ways to give feedback to help shape local health and care services in Wiltshire

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    Share your experiences of local health and care services and make it better for everyone.

  2. Helping each other to stay well this winter

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    To mark Self Care Week, we're encouraging people to be well-prepared ahead of winter by taking simple steps to look after themselves and helping their families, friends and neighbours to do the same.

  3. Campervan Tour reveals highs and lows of county’s health and care services

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    The findings of a tour which collected more than 2,000 comments from the public have been published in a new Healthwatch Wiltshire report.

  4. New non-emergency patient transport service across BANES, Swindon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire

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    From 1 June 2019, the non-emergency patient transport service in BANES, Swindon, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire will be provided by E-zec Medical Transport Services.

  5. Healthwatch Wiltshire launches grants scheme for health and wellbeing projects

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    We've launched a small grants scheme to invest in projects that aim to improve the health and wellbeing of local people.

  6. What would you do to improve NHS services in Wiltshire?

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    Student Zoe urges people to have their say about changes to the NHS.

  7. New diabetes wellbeing website for people in Wiltshire

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    Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning has developed a new website specifically aimed at providing support and advice for 23,500 people currently living with Type 2 diabetes in Wiltshire.

  8. Health officials encourage patients to join a free Type 2 diabetes prevention course

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    People in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire most at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes are being encouraged to accept an invitation to a free course that could help prevent the condition.

  9. Your views sought on how health system shares your information

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    We’re asking for your views on how the NHS could use information collected from your records for research into improving healthcare.

  10. Catch up on our news

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    Our July 2019 e-bulletin has all the latest on what we've been working on and what you can get involved in.

  11. Your wish lists for health and care services in Wiltshire revealed

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    Hundreds of people in Bath & North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire have shared their views on how to improve NHS health services where they live.

  12. Catch up on our news

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    Our latest round-up of news and information for November 2019.

  13. Tell us what you think of adult social care advice team

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    We're asking for the views and experiences of people who have been in touch with Wiltshire Council to get help and support with social care.

  14. Think NORO and help stop the spread of norovirus this winter

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    People living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being asked to help stop the spread of norovirus this winter by following some simple steps.

  15. Still time to give your views in Wiltshire Council's Your Voice survey

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    Wiltshire Council are asking for the views of children and young people about services they have used this year.

  16. Getting medical help during the holiday season

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    With Christmas just around the corner, people living in Wiltshire are being asked to prepare by making sure they know how to access medical care during the coming holiday period.

  17. Report reveals what you told us about evening and weekend appointments

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    Being able to see a GP in the evening or at the weekend is greatly valued by patients, but getting an appointment is not always easy. 

  18. How do you think your health data should be shared and used?

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    University of Cambridge researchers are inviting the public to take part in a national survey.

  19. Changes in response to coronavirus

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    In line with the latest government advice on the coronavirus outbreak, we are scaling back on our face-to-face activities until further notice.

  20. Coronavirus and community pharmacies: Your questions answered

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    Swindon and Wiltshire's Chief Officer of Community Pharmacy answers your frequently asked questions

  21. Minor Injury Units in Paulton, Chippenham and Trowbridge to temporarily close as part of COVID-19 response

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    Minor Injury Units at Paulton, Chippenham and Trowbridge Community Hospitals will close temporarily from 5pm on Wednesday 8 April 2020 so staff can be redeployed elsewhere in the local area.

  22. Young volunteers wanted for mystery shop

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    We are looking for young volunteers to help review online mental health services in Wiltshire.

  23. Make a difference to health and care services by joining our Board

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    Healthwatch Wiltshire is looking for people with a passion for health and social care services to join its Local Leadership Board. 

  24. NHS Covid-19 app launches today

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    Wiltshire Council is encouraging residents to download a new NHS app that is designed to enhance and support the test and trace service and help protect their loved ones.

  25. Protect yourself and your loved ones against flu

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    The NHS is offering more people than ever a free vaccine this winter - find out if you're eligible.

  26. Catch up on our news

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    Our latest round-up of news and information.

  27. Think 111 First to help reduce waiting times

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    A new national initiative is encouraging people to contact NHS 111 before travelling to hospital or minor injuries treatment unit when seeking urgent and emergency care.

  28. People with Autism Spectrum Conditions asked for their views on services

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    Healthwatch Wiltshire would like to find out what people with Autism Spectrum Conditions and their relatives and carers think about health, care and support services.

  29. Everyone will benefit from Census 2021

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    Help inform decisions on services that shape your community.

  30. Shielding advice for the clinically extremely vulnerable to stop from April

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    Advice to the clinically extremely vulnerable to shield will end on 1 April.

  31. Changes to Covid community testing in Wiltshire

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    Wiltshire Council announces changes to testing sites from 31 March.

  32. GPs must now offer face-to-face appointments, according to new NHS guidance

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    In-person appointments to be offered routinely as Covid restrictions ease.

  33. Your care, your way – join Healthwatch’s new campaign

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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.

  34. Play your part as local Covid-19 cases increase

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    With the summer holidays fast approaching please continue to take the appropriate measures to protect yourself and those around you from illness.

  35. Stay hydrated during hot weather spell

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    With high temperatures forecast this week, staying hydrated can reduce the risk of heat-related illness.

  36. Libraries to provide a warm and friendly welcome this winter

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    Wiltshire Council libraries have officially become warm spaces for people this winter, providing a warm and friendly welcome to support anyone who needs help through the cost of living crisis.

  37. Vaccinations for flu and Covid-19 start for those most at risk

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    Vaccinations against flu and Covid-19 are now under way for those in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire most at risk of falling seriously ill.

  38. New community diagnostic centres to offer X-rays, blood tests, MRIs and more

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    Diagnostic services used to identify serious conditions such as cancer and heart disease will soon be available closer to home for people living across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire.

  39. Appeal for public support as consultants, junior doctors and radiographers take part in further industrial action

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    Health leaders in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are once again calling for the public to support local health services during a forthcoming period of industrial action which will see junior doctors, consultants and radiographers all take part in strikes at the same time.