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‘Take 2’ steps away from others when you are out and about say health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). -
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We reviewed the recommendations in the 2013 maternity services review and developed some key issues to discuss with staff and patients at each of the four units, Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Oswestry and Shrewsbury -
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A new home-visiting service in response to the coronavirus pandemic is being launched this week by health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). -
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Residents are urged to seek medical help should they need it this Spring Bank Holiday (Monday, 25 May) say health leaders at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups. -
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In a time of social distancing small acts of kindness can help us all to connect with others emotionally during the pandemic. -
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Who can get tested? Testing for coronavirus (Covid-19) has been expanded to everyone over the age of five with symptoms. -
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The way patients use and access General Practices and Pharmacies is changing and we wanted to know how the patient experience has been affected. -
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As a result of the pandemic many services across health and social care have changed how they are delivered. In order to offer services as safely as possible people have been offered appointments over the phone online by video or using an online form -
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The Annual report sets out how we have listened to people and worked with partners through the year to make a difference. -
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During Lockdown we wanted to give people the chance to share their experiences to help the health and social care system understand the impact locally and identify any gaps in information and services they might be able to fill. -
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In 2016 we funded research that evaluated the impacts of energy efficiency improvements on health and well-being across Shropshire. This told us that improvements could significantly impact health and well-being. -
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We engaged with people aged 16-25 via an on-line survey and focus groups to find out what they thought about Social Prescribing and to understand activities they are currently involved with and what the benefits and potential barriers there are. -
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Inpatients at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital are to be allowed a “named visitor” under new rules giving them greater contact with their loved ones. -
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You told us that is was really difficult to book a blood test and were left waiting in a call line queue for a long time while paying to call an 01 number. We contacted the service and explained the problems. -
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Ensuring services are advertised to patients and ease of access are two of the core requirements for improving access to general practice. The purpose of this visit was to see if the Practice was meeting the requirements as set out by NHS England -
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A new service has been launched to support people who are experiencing and suffering from bereavement and loss. The offer is open to any Shropshire resident who has been bereaved by either a recent death or previous loss. -
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Working with National Voices and Traverse we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals. -
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A big congratulations to Shamara who won a £30 voucher after completing our Social Prescribing survey for 16 – 25 year olds. -
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Togetherall, a new online mental health support service for young people and adults across Shropshire, has been launched this week. The 24/7 online support service is a collaboration between Shropshire Council’s Public Health Team and Togetherall -
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Triggered by Covid-19, since March 2020 hospitals have been working closely with community health and social care partners (including local councils) to improve the discharge process. Tell us about your experiences. -
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We wanted to give people receiving domiciliary or home care a chance to give their views. We were also looking to build up a picture of the sector in Shropshire, what works well and what are the challenges. -
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New NHS-endorsed guidance launched to support the mental well-being of children and young people -
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Have you had your say in the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on front of pack nutrition labelling -
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The app will help the NHS and Public Health understand where and how quickly the virus is spreading, so they can respond quickly and effectively. -
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No-one will be left without access to a GP when Dodington Surgery in Whitchurch closes next year, say health bosses at NHS Shropshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). -
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We asked the public to share their views and experiences of phone, video and online appointments during the pandemic. This is what they told us. -
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Visiting has been suspended to all wards at Shropshire’s two acute hospitals to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. -
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Agenda and associated papers for the Board Meeting in public -
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Shropshire Council is encouraging all pupils in KS2/KS3/KS4 to complete a short survey to provide an overview of their nutritional intake and emotional health & well-being during the lockdown period. -
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Please let us know how you have been helped to keep in touch with friends and family in hospital or care homes through the pandemic, what has worked well and what has not worked so well. -
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A new audiology patient survey has been launched this week by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). This will be used to gather patients’ views on the current service and how it may be improved. -
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Healthwatch Shropshire and Healthwatch Telford & Wrekin are concerned that patients, families and staff, past and present, will receive the support they need during and after the review of Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust Maternity Services -
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The following questions were asked of our Board and our visiting speakers. -
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Find out what was discussed at our September board meeting -
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Dental practices will continue to provide services over the Christmas and New Year period, although opening hours for individual practices may vary. -
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The NHS vaccination programme is underway in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin as part of the national rollout. -
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The NHS has announced the opening of seven large vaccination centres throughout England. The centres are capable of delivering thousands of the life-saving jabs each week and provide an additional option to the local sites across Shropshire. -
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Living a life that's free from harm and abuse is everyone’s human right. We all need to act as good neighbours and citizens in looking out for one another and preventing abusive situations that put adults and children at risk of harm -
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NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) want to improve blood taking (phlebotomy) services for all patients and would like to gather the views of local people in the area. -
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We worked with Healthwatch Telford & Wrekin to try and understand about the experiences of those who have received 'out of hours' palliative care since the beginning of March 2020. -
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The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones. -
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Shropshire residents who are without access to transport are now able to get FREE transport to their COVID-19 vaccination appointments. -
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The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital in Telford are both dealing with high numbers of patients right now - anyone in need of urgent medical care in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin should contact NHS 111 first online or by phone -
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Shropshire Council’s new Carers Support Team will offer support to thousands of unpaid carers across the county, a new service for unpaid and family carers will launch from Monday 1 February 2021. -
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Agenda and associated papers for the Board Meeting in public -
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As of 23 February, unpaid carers aged 18-64 can book a vaccination appointment via the national booking system without receiving a letter. To be eligible, they need to be in receipt of carer’s allowance. -
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From December 2020, NHS England launched a new system called NHS 111 First. If you have an urgent, but not life-threatening health problem you can now contact NHS 111 First to find out if you need to go to A&E. -
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We are calling for organisations and individuals to share their insights and experiences of food insecurity in south west Shropshire.