1. Healthwatch Rochdale publish their findings on PPGS

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    Healthwatch Rochdale have published their findings on Patient Participation Groups (PPG) in Heywood, Middleton, Rochdale & the Pennines.

  2. Menopause Matters - Phase Two Report

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    Healthwatch Rochdale has today published their second report on what local people told us about their experience of going through the menopause in the Rochdale borough.

  3. Annual Report 2023/2024

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    We have published our 2023/24 Annual Report showing how we have helped to shape and make a difference to local health and social care services.

  4. Healthwatch Rochdale publishes findings and recommendations after Enter and View visit at Rochdale Infirmary outpatients.

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    Healthwatch Rochdale, has today, 26th July 2024 published a report with their findings and recommendations after carrying out an Enter and View revisit at Rochdale Infirmary Outpatients department.

  5. Enter and View Report - Royal Oldham Hospital - Maternity: Postnatal Ward - Revisit June 2024

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    The Enter and View at Royal Oldham Hospital Postnatal Ward was a revisit from our previous Enter and View in August 2023. The revisit was a planned joint revisit with the provider being notified in advance and given a two-week timeframe for the revisit.

  6. Women in England want at home cervical screening tests on the NHS

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    Healthwatch England's new research calls for a more personalised approach to cervical screening to help the NHS meet its ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

  7. What's it like getting help with health costs?

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    The NHS offers support for people on low incomes to help with care costs. We look at how easy it is to access this help and how it can be improved.

  8. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester - Annual Report 2023/24

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    The Healthwatch in Greater Manchester network publishes its Annual Report for 2023-2024.

  9. Primary care - Get To Know Where To Go - booklet

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    This booklet will tell you all you need to know about primary care services to help you and your family get the care you need from the right people, in the right place, at the right time.
    Helping you get to know where to go.

  10. Enter and View at The Mews Care Home

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    The Mews is a residential home that provides accommodation, personal care, and support to people with disabilities. The home comprises three units situated over four floors. It is built on the side of a hill and terraced with direct access to the outside area at each of the levels. The nursing care is provided by qualified nurses, who are supported by care assistants.

  11. Pharmacy closures in England

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    Healthwatch England's new briefing provides the first geographical breakdown of pharmacy closures in England.

  12. Disabled Bay Parking in Rochdale Town Centre

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    Please see below a list of car parks (CP) in the Rochdale Town Centre that have disabled bays:

  13. NHS travel troubles: Five barriers patients face getting to appointments

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    Each year, people travel to millions of NHS appointments. But with growing pressure on local health services and the high cost of living, travelling to care is another expense many people struggle to afford. Read what they've told us.

  14. Older persons information event to be held on Tuesday 10th of December

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    Healthwatch Rochdale, in partnership with HMR Circle are hosting an event on Tuesday 10th December 2024 from 11:00am until 3:00pm at The Strand Community Hub, Kirkholt, Rochdale.

  15. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester – Pathway to CAMHS Report

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester explore the realities of child and adolescent mental health services in the city region.

  16. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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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.

  17. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  18. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  19. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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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.

  20. Diabetes Week

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  21. Carers Week

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  22. Men's Health Week

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  23. World Blood Donor Day

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  24. World Suicide Prevention day

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  25. World Mental Health Day

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  26. World Homelessness Day

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  27. Carers Rights Day

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  28. International Volunteer Day

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  29. Young Carers Awareness Day 2018

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  30. Dignity Action Day 2018

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  31. Children Mental Health Week

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  32. Student Volunteering Week 2018

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  33. Eating Disorder Awareness Week

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  34. World Autism Awareness Week 2018

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  35. World Health Day 2018

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  36. Stroke Awareness Month 2018

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  37. Mental Health Awareness Week 2018

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  38. Deaf Awareness Week 2018

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  39. Dying Matters Week 2018

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  40. Young Carers Awareness Day

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  41. Children’s mental health week

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  42. Time to talk day

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  43. Student Volunteering Week

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  44. Care Day 2019

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  45. Volunteers Week

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  46. Carers Week

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  47. Diabetes Week

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  48. Care Homes Open Day 2019

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