1. Annual Report 2020-21

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    We have launched our latest annual report covering 2020-21.

  2. Healthwatch Bury has joined the C-Card scheme

    Advice and Information -

    The C-Card scheme is a free and confidential service offering free condom and sexual health information and support to all young people aged 16–25 years.

  3. Board Minutes - 22nd March 2022

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    The Board met virtually on Tuesday 22nd March 2022

  4. Board Minutes - 26th April 2022

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    The Board met virtually on Tuesday 26th April 2022.

  5. Healthwatch Bury Annual Report 2021-22

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    Our annual report, covering our activity and impact over the last year, as well as our vision for the coming year.

  6. Queen Elizabeth II has died

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    Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.

  7. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Strategy 2022-25

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    A look at our 3-year joint strategy in Greater Manchester.

  8. You’re invited to Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    Our Annual General Meeting is taking place on Tuesday 6th December.

  9. Board Minutes - 28th June 2022

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    The Board met virtually on Tuesday 28th June 2022.

  10. Board Minutes - 27th September 2022

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    The Board met virtually on 27th September 2022.

  11. Healthwatch Bury Park Bench Surgeries

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    Join us for a chat about all things health and care related at one of our park bench surgeries.

  12. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

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    We mark the difference the public has made in improving NHS and social care services.

  13. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish their Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish its first Annual Report which highlights their activities over the past year and the impact the independent network has achieved.

  14. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester Annual Report 2022-23

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish its first Annual Report which highlights their activities over the past year and the impact the independent network has achieved.

  15. Healthwatch Bury Annual Report 2022-23

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    Our annual report for 2022-2023. Giving a background to what we have been doing, how we have helped people in the borough and contributed to the system.

  16. Could you be the Healthwatch Bury board member we have been looking for?

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    We are currently on the lookout for people that could add their valuable skills and experience to our board of directors as we look to build on the work we have been doing and strive for bigger goals.

  17. Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    Save the date for the Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting 2023.

  18. Healthwatch Bury Annual General Meeting

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    We would like to invite you to the Healthwatch Bury's Annual General Meeting 2023.

  19. Our Christmas opening hours

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    Our phone line Christmas and New Year opening hours.

  20. Have you read our latest e-bulletin?

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    The Healthwatch Bury e-bulletin for April 2024.

  21. NHS Long-term plan report for Bury

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    In this report, we gather, analyse and present a comprehensive set of responses from the people of Bury on some of the key the topics raised in the NHS Long Term plan.

  22. 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.

  23. 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.

  24. COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

  25. Information on Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  26. COVID-19 Lockdown Experiences in Bury Survey Report

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    In June and July 2020, Healthwatch Bury gathered feedback from 47 respondents, gathering people’s general experiences of lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  27. COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

  28. Pharmacy Collect: Local Pharmacies Now Stocking COVID Tests Through New Advanced Service

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    Community pharmacy teams in Greater Manchester are this month starting to offer free coronavirus (COVID-19) test kits as they help to support the lifting of national restrictions and the pandemic recovery.

  29. Book or manage your coronavirus vaccination – age 45+

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    Use this NHS service to book a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination or manage your appointments.

  30. Order coronavirus (COVID-19) rapid lateral flow tests

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    Use this NHS service to order free packs of rapid lateral flow tests to be sent to your home in England.

    A pack of tests contains 7 tests. You can order one pack per household each day

  31. Tell us about your dentist experience during COVID in Bury

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    Get in touch with Healthwatch Bury and tell us your experience of dentistry during the Covid-19 pandemic.

  32. Let us know what you think about the COVID-19 vaccine

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    Please spare a few moments to tell us what you think about the COVID-19 vaccine. The NHS is doing everything it can to deliver COVID-19 vaccines in the Bury area.

  33. Book or manage your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination - age 40+

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    Use this NHS service to book a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination or manage your appointments.

  34. Become a Covid-19 community champions

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    COVID-19 and the various measures taken to manage the virus and protect us, continue to impact everyone in Bury.

  35. BBC Asian Network is helping people in the South Asian community to spot potential vaccine scams

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    As coronavirus vaccines are being rolled out across the UK, fraudsters are using this as an opportunity to scam people. The NHS is warning everyone to be vigilant about fake vaccination invitations.

  36. COVID-19 guide for carers and family supporting adults and children with learning disabilities or autistic adults and children

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    A Social Care Institute for Excellence guide to help family members and carers living with and supporting adults and children with learning disabilities.

  37. NCA celebrates its nurses on Nurses Day

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    THE Northern Care Alliance NHS Group (NCA) is shining a light on its nurses and all they have achieved during the pandemic for International Nurses Day, which takes place on 12 May.

  38. Information to help you keep safe and well during the cold weather

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    Public Health England (PHE) are encouraging people to look out for those who are vulnerable during low temperatures.

  39. NHS Guide to self-isolating at home with suspected Coronavirus

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    Important information to keep you safe while isolating at home.

  40. Gypsies, Roma, Travellers and Showmen unite to Give COVID the Jab

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    A powerful new film from Romany journalist and film maker Jake Bowers, backed by the NHS in Surrey, is encouraging Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showmen to give COVID the jab and get vaccinated.

  41. Health, care and wellbeing services during the Coronavirus pandemic

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    We want to here how coronavirus / COVID-19 has affected you or your family members.

  42. ‘IT’S BEST TO TEST’

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    Many people with Covid-19 have mild, or even no symptoms, but can still spread the virus. With regular self-testing we can slow the spread, help protect the most vulnerable in our families and communities and start to get back on our feet.

  43. New research exploring vaccination confidence provides vital lessons for public health campaigns.

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    Healthwatch England has joined forces with Traverse to explore vaccination confidence among people from African, Bangladeshi, Caribbean and Pakistani backgrounds living in the UK.

  44. Support for residents affected by Coronavirus

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    Financial support for Bury residents affected by Coronavirus.

  45. Latest measures to drive down Covid in Bury

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    Extra support to carry out Covid vaccinations and testing is coming to Bury to drive down the increasing rate of coronavirus infection.

  46. Bury Community Hubs - support for vulnerable people

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    Bury Council has set up five community hubs throughout Bury to target help and support for those residents most vulnerable to coronavirus (COVID-19).

  47. Second COVID Management Service to go live in Radcliffe

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    To help the local fight against coronavirus (COVID-19), additional sites are being identified to be COVID Management Services to supplement the service already up and running in Prestwich.