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Lived experiences of NHS services a collection of your stories of using services
Our new report shows what Coventry people told us about using NHS services between June and December 2020.
19 March 2021
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Lived experiences of using NHS services in Coventry
This report pulls together people’s stories and feedback shared with Healthwatch Coventry since after the first lockdown ended. 
19 March 2021
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Do not resuscitate decisions inconsistent and concerning finds CQC
The national care regulator has published findings and actions about Do Not Resuscitate decisions made during the pandemic...
18 March 2021
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Access to rapid COVID-19 testing updated information
Guidance on Coronavirus testing has been updated to aid the return of pupils to schools...
15 March 2021
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NHS 111 First: is it making a difference for people
Healthwatch England finds how well NHS 111 First is working by asking people for their experiences...
15 March 2021
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What are the barriers to Black communities getting COVID-19 vaccination?
Healthwatch England recently carried out a poll to find out what was stopping people from having the vaccination.
25 February 2021
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All children 2 and over now eligible for rapid COVID-19 tests
From 18 February parents can take children aged two and over for a COVID-19 rapid tests at Coventry community testing centres. Opening hours at the centres are Monday - Friday: 8am to 6.30pm; and Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 3pm.
18 February 2021
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1.7 Million people added to COVID-19 shielding in England
Previously people received a letter advising them to shield that only took into account certain health conditions. As more becomes known about COVID-19 the experts have developed a calculation that takes into account additional risk factors.
17 February 2021
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Update on Coventry and Warwickshire's vaccination programme
Local leaders confirm high level of vaccination so far and set out what will happen next for vaccination of Coventry people.
13 February 2021
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Local children’s mental health service wants your views
Rise, the mental health service for children and young people in Coventry and Warwickshire, is asking people who have used the service, and their parents or carers, to tell them about their experiences.
11 February 2021
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Coronavirus vaccinations - beware of scams
People are reporting receiving fake invitations to attend vaccinations centres or clinics by text or email. The invitations look convincing but ask for information the NHS would not ask for.
3 February 2021
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Are you disabled? Make your views heard
You can help the government to understand the barriers that disabled people face and what it should focus on to improve the lives of disabled people. They need to hear your views and know more about your experiences.
2 February 2021
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