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Our report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited Ward 14 ('Gastro') at University Hospital North Durham. -
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Our report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited Ward 16 at University Hospital North Durham. -
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Our executive summary highlights some of the common themes from our conversations with patients and observations from our representatives during hospital Enter and View visits carried out by Healthwatch County Durham and Healthwatch Darlington. -
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Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year. -
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Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year. -
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Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year. -
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Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year. -
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Our May 2021 newsletter lets you know what we have been up to over the last month and highlights both local and national health and care updates. -
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 1st July 2020. -
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 9th September 2020. -
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 15th December 2020. -
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 9th March 2021. -
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See what we got up to this Volunteer's Week to celebrate their hard work. -
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The Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy has now been published online. Easy read and Plan On a Page (POP) versions are also available, which can be downloaded. -
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The Healthwatch County Durham Board is required to adopt suitable Governance Arrangements. -
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Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year. -
Advice and Information -
Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with many people struggling to access NHS services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist now COVID-19 restrictions are eased. -
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The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing.
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If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care. -
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Our report looks at the views of young people in County Durham towards the COVID-19 vaccine programme.
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 1st June 2021. -
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Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps. -
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See our latest annual report for 2021-22 and discover our areas of priority for 2022-23. -
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Derwentside and Easington have released a full calendar month of activities for all the family!
Thanks to Home Group & Durham Mental Health Wellbeing Alliance, you'll never be bored this summer holiday! -
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An update on accessing NHS dentistry. Our team know that many of you are experiencing problems accessing both routine and emergency NHS Dental care. -
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Healthwatch is working with the NHS to improve the wellbeing of people in our area and across the region. -
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This year when we asked the public about our work plan priorities, accessing GP services was still one of the priorities they identified. -
Advice and Information -
With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out for and what support is available can help you. -
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Read our latest news update on health and social care and find out what we are working on. -
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This report focuses on what it is like for people in the d/Deaf community to access GP-led services in County Durham and what support they have received and what further support would help them. We have also spoken to GP practices to find out what support they provide to the d/Deaf community. -
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To help you through the winter months find out the benefits of staying active and social. Also, find out what County Durham has on offer to help in terms of groups and support. -
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This report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited Bridge End Surgery as ‘Enter and View’ and asking for feedback from the patients. -
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In this report we have gathered feedback from patients to find out what people's experiences are of hospital discharge, what plans were in place for them and support received when they leave hospital. -
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Every month we will be getting to know a member of the team by asking them a range of questions. This month is Lynsey Kim, Engagement and Signposting Lead. -
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This report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited Malborough Surgery as ‘Enter and View’ and asking for feedback from the patients. -
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News Update on health and social care in County Durham, and what we have been working on in February 2024. -
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This report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited Sacriston Surgery as ‘Enter and View’ and asking for feedback from the patients. -
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News Update on health and social care in County Durham, and updates on Healthwatch County Durham News for March 2024. -
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‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England. -
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News Update on health and social care in County Durham, and updates on Healthwatch County Durham News for April 2024. -
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May 2024 news update on health and social care in County Durham, and updates on Healthwatch County Durham News. -
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A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect. -
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Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 6th May 2020.