1. Visit to Park Vista Care Home

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    Read about our visit to Park Vista Care Home on 20 October 2016 using our legal power to enter and view.

  2. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 18 January 2017

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    You are welcome to attend this meeting which will be held in public 7pm - 9pm, Wednesday 18 January at The Meadows Community Centre, 1 St Catharine’s Road, Cambridge, CB4 3XJ

  3. Report on accessibility of information at Peterborough City Hospital

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    Report following our visit to Peterborough City Hospital on 3 October 2016 to see how they are providing accessible information for disabled people.

  4. Join your local NHS Trust

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    NHS Foundation Trusts are accountable to patients and members of the public who have the right to become members. Find out how to get involved and have a say on what happens in our local NHS Trusts.

  5. Report following our visit to Clayburn Court Care Home

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    Read about our visit to Clayburn Court Care Home on 14 November 2016 using our legal power to enter and view.

  6. Healthwatch Board meeting in public -15 March 2017

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    You are welcome to attend this meeting which will be held in public 7pm - 9pm, Wednesday 15 March at The Maple Centre, 6 Oak Drive, Huntingdon, PE29 7HN

  7. Cardiology services at Peterborough City Hospital

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    Our report into the treatment choices and preferences of heart patients at Peterborough City Hospital.

  8. Enzo speaks up about better information for people with learning disabilities

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    Enzo Petruziello works to ensure people with disabilities can access the services they want and need. He provides disability awareness training and encourages friends with disabilities to speak up about their needs.

  9. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 3 May 2017

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    Come to our first Board Meeting as a combined Healthwatch for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

  10. Being Happy, Being Me - new report into young people's mental health

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    New report looks at young people’s attitude towards and understanding of mental health in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

  11. A successful Annual Conference

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    It was wonderful to see lots of people at the Healthwatch Peterborough Annual Conference today (Thursday 8 June), giving us a chance to let people know how we have been serving them over them over the past year.

  12. Healthwatch Board meeting in public and AGM - Wednesday 7 July 2017

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    Annual General Meeting for Healthwatch Cambridgeshire.

  13. Healthwatch Peterborough Annual Report 2016 - 2017

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    Healthwatch Peterborough is here to understand the lived experiences of people who use health and social care services in the city and to make sure their voices are heard and responded to. This report demonstrates how we have worked to achieve that.

  14. Improving wheelchair services for people in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

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    We are helping to get wheelchair users and carers involved in making wheelchair services work better for them.

  15. Healthwatch raises concerns about proposed fertility service cuts

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    The proposed IVF funding cuts are against national guidance, will affect poor people the most and may not save the planned £700,000 per annum from local NHS budgets.

  16. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - 13 September 2017

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    You are welcome to attend this meeting which is held in public 7pm - 9pm, Wednesday, 13 September, The Fleet, Fleet Way, High Street, Fletton, PETERBOROUGH, PE2 8DL

  17. New autism service for young people to be introduced locally

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    A new autism service for young people is due to start in the autumn thanks to the lobbying of Pinpoint, our Healthwatch and the National Autistic Society.

  18. Making mental health support better for young people more at risk of mental illness

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    Young people need more flexible, creative solutions to give them the information and support they need to stay mentally well.

  19. New Healthwatch report calls for better information for disabled people

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    Health and care services are not always offering people with sensory and learning disabilities information in a format they can understand. The law says that they must do this.

  20. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 15 November 2017

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    At this meeting we will be talking about our Accessible Information as Standard report, published 8 November 2017.

  21. Peter helps Healthwatch campaign for better information for disabled people

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    Peterborough resident Peter Skivington has lent his support to Healthwatch’s campaign to help improve information given to disabled people.

  22. Packed room for launch of new Healthwatch Accessible Information report

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    A successful launch event shows there is still much to do to achieve Accessible Information as Standard

  23. Report following our visit to Boroughbury Medical Centre

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    Read about our visit to Boroughbury Medical Centre on 11 July 2017 using our legal power to enter and view.

  24. Plans being developed to provide for patients after West Cambs Federation ceases trading

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    Efforts are underway to support patients who have been affected by West Cambs Federation ceasing trading.

  25. Board meeting in public

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  26. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 24 January 2024

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    Our January meeting will include a report on our activity during the last quarter and an overview of our communications strategy.

  27. Peterborough has been ranked as the least healthy place in Britain

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    Peterborough has been ranked as the least healthy place in Britain, coming in at 307th in health statistics for its population. Stewart Francis, our Chair of Healthwatch Peterborough, is calling for increased investment in the city's healthcare system in response to the survey.

  28. Local Healthwatch shortlisted for national award for outstanding work to improve care using your feedback

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    The team at Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough have been shortlisted for a national Impact Award for our work in delivering a Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller cultural awareness programme. This was provided to more than 400 colleagues working in the local Integrated Care System (ICS), along with the rollout of an extensive community engagement plan, to tackle the health inequalities experienced by these communities.

  29. Single use vapes to be banned in the UK as youth vaping rises

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    In a bid to address the concerning surge in youth vaping and safeguard children's health, the UK government has declared a ban on disposable vapes. This move was announced by the Prime Minister during a school visit on 29th January, marking a significant step in the government's response to the rising trend of smoking and vaping among young people.

  30. Sorting out a problem with healthcare

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    NHS care is usually very good and most people don’t have any problems. But occasionally things can go wrong. Find out how to complain about healthcare services.

  31. Joy Marketplace – helping to connect our communities

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    Joy Marketplace provides local health professionals, community and voluntary organisations access to an online directory of local non-clinical services and support available to help improve the health and wellbeing of local people across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

  32. Local Health and Care Forum welcomes Chair of Healthwatch England

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    Our Fenland & East Cambridgeshire Health and Care Forum welcomed a special guest on 8th February, as the Chair of Healthwatch England, Professor David Croisdale-Appleby, attended.

  33. Peterborough Health and Care Forum

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  34. What is social prescribing?

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    NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

  35. What the new dental recovery plan means for you

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    Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

  36. Enhancing community voice: The vital role of Patient Participation Groups at Healthwatch Health and Care Forums

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    Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) play a crucial role in connecting communities with healthcare providers, ensuring that the patient's voice is heard and valued. One impactful way for PPGs to boost their impact is by actively participating in local Healthwatch Health and Care Forums. In this blog post, we explore the significance of PPG involvement in these Forums and how it contributes to fostering a more patient-centred healthcare system.

  37. What’s been happening at our Young People's Wheelchair User Forum?

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    Before we answer that question, you might be wondering what the Wheelchair User Forum is. Well, it brings together people who use wheelchairs, their carers, representatives from AJM Healthcare who are commissioned to provide the local wheelchair service, and commissioners from the Integrated Care System who deliver the NHS in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

  38. Top 10 ways to get the most out of your next dental appointment

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    How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.

  39. Have your say on creating Healthy Places

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    Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council’s joint public health team is inviting residents to have their say on how new and existing communities can be healthy, supportive and inclusive.

  40. Jess Slater announced as new CEO of Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough are delighted to announce the appointment of Jess Slater as our new CEO. Jess will officially take up her new role on Monday 13th May.

  41. Board meeting in public

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  42. Say goodbye to smoking: Tips for quitting on No Smoking Day

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    No Smoking Day is a reminder for individuals to kick the habit and embrace a healthier lifestyle. Whether you're a long-time smoker or just starting out, it's never too late to quit and it’s one of the best decisions you can make for your health and well-being. In this article, we'll discuss why quitting is important and provide some simple tips to help you on your journey to becoming smoke-free.

  43. Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough project receives national award for improving care

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    Healthwatch Cambridgeshire and Peterborough were recognised at the National Healthwatch Impact Awards this week for helping to improve care for local people.

  44. Healthwatch Board meeting in public - Wednesday 27 March 2024

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    Our March Board meeting will include an update on our activity during the last quarter and a report provided by our Business Development Manager.

  45. Can I access my GP records online?

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    From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

  46. Peterborough Health and Care Forum

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