1. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  2. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  3. Mental Health Services Report

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    Our report explores views about mental health services in County Durham.

  4. Managing your mental health as lockdown eases

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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.

  5. Children and Young Person's Mental Health Report

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    Our Children and Young Person's Mental Health Report captures the views of children and young people in County Durham.

  6. Healthwatch County Durham Annual Report 2021-22

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    See our latest annual report for 2021-22 and discover our areas of priority for 2022-23.

  7. Help us shape the future of Health & Care Services

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    Healthwatch is working with the NHS to improve the wellbeing of people in our area and across the region.

  8. "So here's the thing" - Videos Diaries on Young People and Mental Health

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    Lights, camera, action! Check out Healthwatch County Durham's new video diaries, showcasing young people's experiences of mental health, services and support in County Durham.

  9. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  10. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  11. Using pharmacies or dispensing doctors in County Durham

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    Our report looks into the experiences of people accessing pharmacy services in County Durham.

  12. Flu Vaccination Report

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    Our report looks at County Durham residents’ views of the flu vaccine, the barriers to, and perceptions of, getting vaccinated.

  13. Young Person’s Pharmacy Services

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    Our report explores the views and experiences of under 25’s use of pharmacy services in County Durham.

  14. Pharmacies Services or Dispensing Doctors in County Durham

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    Our report looks into the experiences of people accessing pharmacy services in County Durham.

  15. Enter and View Report: ‘Intrahealth’ Chilton Pharmacy

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    Our report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited ‘Intrahealth’ Pharmacy in Chilton as part of the positive Pilot ‘Enter and View’.

  16. Enter and View Report: John Low Ltd. Pharmacy

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    Our report looks at the findings from when our authorised representatives visited John Low Ltd. Pharmacy in Consett.