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Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide. -
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To enable more people to have their voices heard we have launched a new project called ‘The Network’ which will enable existing community health support and social groups to have a direct link with us at Healthwatch Salford. -
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Salford’s health and care system is launching a ‘big reset’ and people living and working in the city are being asked to join in the conversation and share their views. -
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Dental practices across Salford are to sign up to become more family friendly, as part of a new scheme to improve children’s oral health. -
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Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic. -
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Dr Shan Ellahi, Project Lead (Office of Chief Dental Officer), is managing a national project on the commissioning standard for Unscheduled Dental Care which will form the basis for Primary Care dental services to be in line with the national plans. -
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In Healthwatch England's latest briefing, they share what over 1,300 people have told them across the Healthwatch network about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020. -
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The ‘Big Check-Up’ is our new project looking into dental matters following daily feedback from Salford residents as well one of the outcomes from our Priorities Survey 2021. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services. -
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The Big Check Up evaluated 447 patients’ experiences of Salford’s dentistry services. The report found that people in Salford have struggled to find a dentist taking on NHS patient and that, for many, private treatment was too expensive. -
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For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP. -
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We know it’s a difficult time for lots of Salford residents with increases in food prices and energy bills. Organisations across the city are working together in the Spirit of Salford to help support you.
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Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems. -
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Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need. -
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If you live in Salford, we have a simple question for you about your dental services. Don’t worry, you won’t need to share any personal information. -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment. -
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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. -
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Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments. -
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End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions. -
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Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough. -
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Greater Manchester unveils plans to transform care in early years, dementia and frailty through innovative digital technology. -
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Safer Salford is looking to set up and support the development of a panel of volunteers who have experience of living with, or caring for someone with health and social care needs in Salford. -
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Healthwatch Salford has got together with the Northern Care Alliance to produce this toolkit aimed at helping health and wellbeing support groups in Salford, Bury, Rochdale and Oldham to mobilise their meetings in the virtual world online. -
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COVID-19 hasn't gone away.
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Kickstart your health with the help of the NHS website - Better Health!
Healthy changes start with little changes. Whether you want to lose weight, get active or quit smoking, Better Health is here with lots of free tools and support.
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. -
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Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions. -
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its findings following the first inspection of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA) NHS Foundation Trust. -
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Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why these screenings are important. -
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March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, and it is vital to raise awareness by ensuring that people know the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and how they can get help. -
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We want to hear from the people of Salford, on how the cost of living crisis may have affected them. -
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Are you looking for advice on where to go for sexual health support and information? We've collated together information on services available to Salford residents. -
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Luso Connection UK are organising family day to celebrate and showcase the contribution of Black African in building and strengthening local communities. They aim to learn from & honour the incredible contributions of our Black sisters to local Salford.
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From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it. -
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Healthwatch England reports that the continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest. -
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An insight report looking at how the cost of living may have affected the health and wellbeing of people living in Salford.
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Today is Rare Disease Day, the official international awareness-raising campaign for rare diseases, observed annually on the last day of February. -
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World Parkinson’s Day takes place on 11 April every year to raise awareness of Parkinson's. -
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The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication. -
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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.