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Healthwatch Dorset

@hwatchdorset

Healthwatch Dorset. Your consumer champion for health and social care services in Dorset, Christchurch, Poole & Bournemouth. Your Voice. Your Health. Your Care.

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If you're aged 56-64 and registered with a GP in England, the NHS will send you a #bowelcancer testing kit. Catching bowel cancer early reduces your chances of getting seriously ill or dying. So put it by the loo. Don't put it off. Find out more: nhs.uk/bowel

If you're aged 56-64 and registered with a GP in England, the NHS will send you a #bowelcancer testing kit. Catching bowel cancer early reduces your chances of getting seriously ill or dying. So put it by the loo. Don't put it off. Find out more: nhs.uk/bowel
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For the first time, anyone in a mental health crisis can now call 111 and receive support from trained mental health professionals. The 24/7 service is available for all ages, including children, providing vital help through a single phone line. england.nhs.uk/2024/08/nhs-11…

For the first time, anyone in a mental health crisis can now call 111 and receive support from trained mental health professionals. 
 
The 24/7 service is available for all ages, including children, providing vital help through a single phone line. 
england.nhs.uk/2024/08/nhs-11…
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Learning the lessons from Community Diagnostic Centres. Our latest research report unpacks the positive and negative experiences of these testing centres and what lessons the hold for the future. bit.ly/3Me8NMa

Learning the lessons from Community Diagnostic Centres. Our latest research report unpacks the positive and negative experiences of these testing centres and what lessons the hold for the future.
bit.ly/3Me8NMa
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You can now take a virtual tour around our Special Care Baby Unit. Having a baby is an emotional time, and even more so if your baby needs neonatal care. This resource will allow you to ‘visit’ the unit while providing valuable information. TV&W Neonatal ODN bit.ly/4dUnUHb

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Did you know you can choose which service you're sent to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Our article outlines what a patient choice is, how you can make choices and where you can find information and support to help you choose. bit.ly/4ci0SZ6 #NHS

Did you know you can choose which service you're sent to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Our article outlines what a patient choice is, how you can make choices and where you can find information and support to help you choose. bit.ly/4ci0SZ6 

#NHS
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One of our amazing volunteers, Sî, helps us by researching health and social care calendar events so we can schedule them in social media posts. Thanks Sî😊sigiles.wixsite.com/life-with-a-pop. If you want to find out more about volunteering with us, please get in touch #Healthwatch #Dorset

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You don't need to wait for a GP appointment to get your blood pressure checked - your local pharmacist can check your blood pressure for you today #KnowYourNumbersWeek

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1 in 3 adults in the UK have high blood pressure. The only way to find out if you do is to have your blood pressure checked. The good news is that high blood pressure can be prevented and treated. That’s why it’s important to get yours tested! Visit: staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/bpmonit…

1 in 3 adults in the UK have high blood pressure. The only way to find out if you do is to have your blood pressure checked. The good news is that high blood pressure can be prevented and treated. That’s why it’s important to get yours tested! Visit: staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/bpmonit…
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Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery? healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf… You can call the Volunteer Responder self-referral phone line to make a referral on 0808 196 3646. #nhsvolunteerresponders

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Did you know vaccinations protect people of all ages? Find out which vaccinations you need and why they’re important at staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations/

Did you know vaccinations protect people of all ages?

Find out which vaccinations you need and why they’re important at staywelldorset.nhs.uk/vaccinations/
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Today is #InternationalDayOfCharity a day to move people all over the world towards helping other's through volunteering. Why not do your part by volunteering to help those in need through local charities and even those in your own life who may be struggling? #VolunteerDorset

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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, focusing on reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations. By breaking the stigma, we can offer understanding and support for those in crisis. The NHS offers lots for support: bit.ly/47vKELf #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day 2024, focusing on reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations. By breaking the stigma, we can offer understanding and support for those in crisis. The NHS offers lots for support:  bit.ly/47vKELf #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
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You can find us at Kingston Maurward Kingston Maurwood College freshers fair today, sharing information about local health & care services and our volunteering opportunities. It's great to meet all the new students #freshers #Healthwatch #Dorset #Students

You can find us at <a href="/tweet_kmc/">Kingston Maurward</a> Kingston Maurwood College freshers fair today, sharing information about local health &amp; care services and our volunteering opportunities. It's great to meet all the new students #freshers #Healthwatch #Dorset #Students
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Did you know that there were 6069 suicides registered in 2023 across England and Wales alone? Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay let's come together to create a world where fewer people die from suicide samaritans.org/support-us/cam…

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This winter, check if you are eligible for flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), whooping cough or COVID-19 vaccinations. Staying up to date with your vaccinations can help you better defend yourself against viruses this winter. nhs.uk/vaccinations/

This winter, check if you are eligible for flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), whooping cough or COVID-19 vaccinations. Staying up to date with your vaccinations can help you better defend yourself against viruses this winter. nhs.uk/vaccinations/
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Could you advocate for and empower the voluntary sector in Dorset? Can you develop great relationships and connections built on trust? If so, this could be for you dorsetvcsa.co.uk/news/29/Job+Va…

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September is #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth, a global event to help raise awareness of one of the most dangerous cancers. Raising awareness of the signs and symptoms will make early diagnosis easier. bloodcancermonth.org

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Friday the 13th 😱... But this year it is also Positive Thinking Day! Yesssss! 💪🎉 Here at LiveWell we truly believe in the power of positivity when it comes to health and wellbeing. Banish those negative thoughts and superstitions and believe in YOU.

Friday the 13th 😱...

But this year it is also Positive Thinking Day! Yesssss! 💪🎉

Here at LiveWell we truly believe in the power of positivity when it comes to health and wellbeing. Banish those negative thoughts and superstitions and believe in YOU.
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Our latest report highlights the urgent need for improved health & social care for people experiencing homelessness in #Bournemouth healthwatchdorset.co.uk/urgent-need-fo… #shareforbettercare #Healthwatch Care Quality Commission NHS Dorset BCP Council Homewards Shelter Bournemouth HealthBus Big Issue