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Support and treatment for Long Covid
It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need.
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Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities, warns Healthwatch
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. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.
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Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?
Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?
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Healthy Start Scheme
The Healthy Start Scheme is a government-funded programme that aims to help parents give their young children the best start in life by subsidising food shopping.
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Healthwatch England chair to step down
Sir Robert Francis QC is stepping down as our Healthwatch chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board.
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Where can I go for support for my mental health as a new parent?
It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
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Someone I love has died - where can I find support
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
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What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?
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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British public satisfaction with the NHS lowest in 25 years – Healthwatch England response
More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust.
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Autism Acceptance Day - 2nd April
World Autism Acceptance Day on Saturday 2 April. This year marks the 15th annual World Autism Acceptance Day.
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Spring COVID boosters being offered to over 75s and clinically vulnerable
Over 75s and those who are clinically vulnerable will be invited to book an additional COVID booster this week, as the NHS launches its spring booster programme.
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