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Reminder that domestic abuse help is available

People living with domestic abuse can still access support services, despite the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

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Million milestone as vital equipment protects frontline staff

Over a million items of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) have been distributed across the borough of Rochdale to support frontline care staff during the coronavirus pandemic.

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What to do if you have a dental problem during COVID-19 pandemic

If you have a dental issue during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that you know how to access help when you need it.

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Accessible coronavirus testing centre in Rochdale town centre

A new pilot ‘walk through’ coronavirus testing site is opening at the Town Hall car park off Packer Street in Rochdale town centre. The facility is for people displaying coronavirus symptoms who do not have access to a vehicle.

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COVID-19: How has your health and care been affected?

We are all, as a community in the borough of Rochdale in a very difficult time at present.

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Coronavirus outbreak FAQs: what you can and can't do

The government has set out its plan to return life to as near normal as we can, for as many people as we can, as quickly and fairly as possible in order to safeguard livelihoods, but in a way that is safe and continues to protect our NHS.

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Healthwatch Rochdale are recruiting Board Members to join the organisation

Do you have a strategic background? Care about the future of the NHS? Have a passion for social care support services? If the answer is YES, then you could make a difference at Healthwatch Rochdale by becoming a board member.

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Rochdale Infirmary Surgical Site Remodelling Goes from Strength to Strength

Over the course of the past two months, developments have happened at pace at Rochdale Infirmary to ensure patients across the region requiring urgent cancer-related procedures are still able to safely receive that treatment during the pandemic.

COVID-19: How has your health and care been affected?

We are all, as a community in the borough of Rochdale in a very difficult time at present.

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The Carers Hub Rochdale are still providing support for carers during Covid -19

The Carers Hub Rochdale are still operating a full service and are welcoming new referrals.

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Healthwatch Rochdale join with voluntary and community organisations to ensure the public get the information and advice they need in Covid - 19.

Healthwatch Rochdale is leading the way in ensuring local residents get the help, advice and information they need during Covid- 19 thorough their #TogetherRochdale bulletin and campaign.

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Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

Patients most vulnerable to COVID-19 have been asked to ‘shield’. Here's some more information to help you understand what shielding means in practice.