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Eight ... and counting
Our Healthwatch is eight years old this month. Here, CEO Sandie Smith reflects on a unique 12 months. And thanks everyone who has supported us and shared their experiences to help us learn from the pandemic.
13 April 2021
Blog
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Helping to tackle vaccine hesitancy
Our Engagement Officer Rebwar has been helping to get Covid-19 vaccination, testing and self-isolation information out to different communities in Peterborough and Fenland.
7 April 2021
News
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Using NHS 111 to book into A & E
Many people know to contact NHS 111 if they need urgent health care or advice. But did you know the service can now book time slots for you at A & E or at a minor injury unit, GP or pharmacy if more appropriate?
31 March 2021
Advice and Information
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Report calls for national review of GP services
The way we use our GP practices has fundamentally shifted as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
25 March 2021
News
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Supporting our young people through coronavirus pandemic
The pandemic has had an impact on all of us. But young people have been hit very hard – with a rise in those troubled by anxiety, loneliness and social isolation.
16 March 2021
Advice and Information
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Vaccinations for people with learning disabilities
People with learning disabilities in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are now getting their Covid-19 vaccinations.
11 March 2021
News
The road out of lockdown for Peterborough
The 'road map' out of lockdown - what to expect
On Tuesday 22 February, the Prime Minister set the ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown. And from 8 March people will see restrictions start to lift as part of a four step plan.
23 February 2021
News
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NHS under pressure
Many NHS staff are about to start their second year on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic. And lots of local people have told us how hard they are finding the current lockdown.
15 February 2021
News
Roll out of Covid-19 vaccination in Cambridgeshire
Your questions about the Covid-19 vaccine
The NHS is working hard to roll out the Covid-19 vaccination programme - the biggest it has ever undertaken - at the same time as continuing to be there for everyone who needs care.
11 January 2021
Advice and Information
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Stay patient for the vaccine urges CEO Sandie
The Covid-19 vaccines are here and rolling out across our area. But please stay patient, our Healthwatch CEO Sandie Smith told BBC Radio Cambridgeshire listeners this week.
8 January 2021
News
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Information on Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus
6 January 2021
Advice and Information
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Season's greetings from our Chair, Val
Val Moore, Chair of our Healthwatch, wishes everyone a safe and happy Christmas time.
22 December 2020
News