1. MPs report warns of challenge of addressing NHS backlog

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    Omicron and emergency care crisis could derail plans to tackle the NHS backlog, warn MPs

  2. Over 22 million COVID vaccines delivered by community pharmacies

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    More than 22 million jabs have been delivered by community pharmacy-led COVID vaccination sites in the past 12 months.

  3. NHS expands COVID vaccinations to the most vulnerable 5 to 11 year olds

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    The NHS vaccination programme will begin to roll out to children aged between 5 and 11 who are most at risk of COVID-19 this week.

  4. Healthwatch Coventry Steering Group meeting - 8 February 2022

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    Find out more about what will be discussed at our Steering Group meeting.

  5. Healthwatch England's Annual Report is out now

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    Healthwatch England's annual report to parliament, called "Championing what matters to you", is available to read now.

  6. Healthwatch Coventry Steering Group minutes December 2021

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    Our Steering Group met on 7 December 2021.

  7. New planned care platform

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    Government sets out plans for 'My Planned Care' a new online route for information for patients waiting for planned surgery.

  8. Coventry Hospital invites local people to give views on plans

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    University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire has come out with draft priorities for the future for local people to comment on

  9. Tackling heart attack myths

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    Do you know the early signs of a heart attack - new NHS lifesaving campaign to encourage people to know the signs and act

  10. Your care, your way – Join Healthwatch’s new campaign

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    Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change.

  11. The Accessible Information Standard – what you can expect from services

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    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS services or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  12. New 1,600 space car opens at Coventry hospital

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    A new 1,600 space staff car park is set to open at University Hospital, Coventry as part of a major infrastructure project that will also further improve the experience of patients and visitors.

  13. Healthwatch Coventry Steering Group meeting agenda - 5 April 2022

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    Find out more about what will be discussed at our Steering Group meeting.

  14. Ockenden review into maternity service reports

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    Findings of Shropshire maternity review finds major issues and makes recommendations for all maternity services

  15. Joint Healthwatch Coventry and Healthwatch Warwickshire statement on collaboration

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    Healthwatch Coventry and Healthwatch Warwickshire set out principles for working together

  16. Maternity Scandal – The Unforgivable Silence

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    Stuart Linnell, Chair of Healthwatch Coventry, reflects on the Ockenden review and the importance of listening to families, and people.

  17. New calorie labelling rules come into force

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    New legislation applying to large businesses such as takeaways, restaurants and cafes comes into force on today.

  18. Fit note changes

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    From 6 April the way GPs sign fit notes is changing.

  19. Report of discussion workshop on good involvement of local people

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    Read a summary of findings for a workshop we ran to discuss good patient public involvement with local engagement leads .

  20. Someone I love has died - where can I find support?

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    Here are some organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  21. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

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    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs.

  22. Further action taken to improve supply of HRT

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    Urgent actions announced about the supply of HRT products to address shortages

  23. Healthwatch Coventry Steering Group meeting agenda - 7 June 2022

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    Find out more about what will be discussed at our Steering Group meeting.

  24. New joint approach to suicide prevention

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    People are invited to take part in a survey to share their views and to help prevent suicide across Coventry and Warwickshire

  25. Clear information report - GP practice team

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    The Healthwatch Coventry Clear Information Group reviewed a new booklet about GP services