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. Fit note changes

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

  3. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  4. Clear information report - GP practice team

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

  5. Our annual report for 2021-22

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    Read our annual report to find out the work we did to improve health and social care in the past 12 months.

  6. How we helped improve health and care 2021-22

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    We have published our annual report setting out the work we did to improve health and social care in Coventry in the past 12 months

  7. New leaflet about local GP services

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    GP booklet explains the role of the different people in the GP practice team

  8. National GP survey is out with a fall in satisfaction with GP services

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    The GP Patient Survey has found that overall satisfaction with GP services is 72%, down nine per cent in one year.

  9. Let’s make sure Women’s health keeps moving up the agenda

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    Ruth our Chief Officer reflects on moves to better address women's health needs.

  10. What is a GP referral and how can you get one?

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    When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.

  11. New Government Plan for Patients

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    The government has announced plans for the NHS and social care in identifying priority areas

  12. Summary of issues and recommendations raised by Healthwatch Coventry

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    Read our briefing paper pulling together the issues raised by Coventry residents and recommendations we have made.

  13. The State of Health and Care

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    CQC says the health and care system is gridlocked and unable to operate effectively.

  14. The Patient's Voice

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    Our Chair, Stuart Linnell, talks about how we share the experiences and issues for local people