Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are excited to be piloting a Youth Forum in partnership with Young Devon for young people who use services at the Trust

They want to hear what they can do to give the best possible care experience

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This year's Mental Health Awareness Week is taking place from 13th - 19th May and the theme is 'Movement: Moving more for our mental health'

Find out more about this year's mental health awareness week here: loom.ly/6gybyr8

The spring COVID-19 booster is now available to those who:

- Are aged 75 years and over
- Live in care homes
- Those aged six months and over with a weakened immune system

Find out more about the spring booster vaccine here: loom.ly/LD-6SaI

Have you been impacted by cancer?

This survey is aimed at any Torbay resident who has been impacted by cancer

This includes anyone who has:
-had a cancer diagnosis
- cared for someone with cancer
-had a close friend or relative affected by cancer

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Smartphones and wearables have huge potential to support cardiovascular research but what data should researchers collect?

The BHFDataScience set out to understand:
-What data people were happy to share
-What data is important for research

Find out more bit.ly/4arEdcx

Your voice matters!

Sharing feedback about your experience of NHS and social care can make a huge difference and help staff deliver the best care possible for you and your loved ones. #ShareForBetterCare

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Can you help decide the important questions that should be answered by research to improve the wellbeing of people and families impacted by type 1 diabetes?

Find out more and complete the survey here: loom.ly/zBSa8Lw

Have you been impacted by cancer?

This survey is aimed at any Torbay resident who has been impacted by cancer

This includes anyone who has:
-had a cancer diagnosis
- cared for someone with cancer
-had a close friend or relative affected by cancer

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Devon's ORCHA Health's app library offers a wide variety of apps which can help you with your health and wellbeing.

Simply visit devon.orcha.co.uk and search for the support you need to find a range of helpful apps that can help.

The HANDi App has been made to provide easy access to advice and support for the most common childhood healthcare conditions.

The app advises on the best course of action, whether that’s to treat at home, to make a GP appointment, or to head to A&E.

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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month!

The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be. In fact, more than 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer when it is diagnosed at the earliest stage.

Find out more about bowel cancer here: loom.ly/7I7cu_0

To help improve the accessibility of our website, we have a web feature called 'Recite Me'

This feature can support anyone who visits our website by providing different accessibility options so that they can tailor to individual needs

Use Recite Me here: ow.ly/Hk4C50KmHSi

With the Easter bank holidays approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.

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Our latest E-Bulletin is now available to read, giving you the latest news, events and information from us, including information on how you can share your views on local health & social care. Please take a look by clicking here: hhttps://loom.ly/Ro0SheY

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone, including viewing your medical records, booking appointments and ordering your prescriptions.

Find out more and download 👉 nhs.uk/nhsapp

Your voice matters!

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The minor injuries unit (MIU) at Dawlish Community Hospital will reopen next month.

The MIU will reopen on Tuesday 02 April 2024 with operating hours of Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.

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Women can now get a first prescription of the pill and repeat orders without having to see a GP

Pharmacies across the country are now offering the new service, increasing choice for women in the ways in which they can access contraception.

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International Women's Day 2024 campaign theme is 'Inspire Inclusion'

Everyone everywhere can inspire inclusion. Organizations, groups, and individuals worldwide can all play a part - in the community, at work, at home, and beyond.

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