1. The Big 6

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    A set of easy-to-understand advice sheets on ‘The Big 6’ childhood illnesses have been created for parents and carers to give guidance on what action to take if a child is ill.

  2. Baby Buddy App celebration

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    The Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin local maternity system will be celebrating the successful introduction of the Baby Buddy mobile phone app, which supports new parents, at two special events in Telford and Shrewsbury on Wednesday, 23 October.

  3. Reminder for those eligible to take up their free flu jab

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    Health and social care teams across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, are reminding those eligible for a free flu vaccine to take up their flu jab.

  4. Help improve patient information

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    Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust (SaTH) are hoping to get as many people as possible involved in their Readers Group, to help inform them of anything that may need changing in their patient information leaflets.

  5. Stronger Together *NEW VENUE*

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    How health, social care and the voluntary and community sector are working together to support you.
    IMPORTANT UPDATE - Due to Flooding we have had to change the venue, DETAILS BELOW

  6. Low take up of NHS record sharing

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    Healthwatch Shropshire is trying to raise awareness of an NHS scheme which allows patients to share their GP records with NHS hospitals.

  7. Online isolation notes launched

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    People unable to work for more than seven days because of coronavirus (COVID-19) can obtain an isolation note through a new online service.

  8. Repeat prescriptions during Covid-19

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    Advice for patients requiring repeat prescriptions through the Shropshire Clinical Commisioning Group (SCCG) Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) service

  9. Help Is Available This May Bank Holiday

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    NHS 111 will be available to contact, and practices will be open across the county during normal opening times on Friday, 8 May - although you may be asked to attend a different practice if you need a face to face appointment.

  10. Free central heating now available for eligible households

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    In 2016 we funded research that evaluated the impacts of energy efficiency improvements on health and well-being across Shropshire. This told us that improvements could significantly impact health and well-being.

  11. Patients to be allowed a ‘named visitor’ at orthopaedic hospital

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    Inpatients at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital are to be allowed a “named visitor” under new rules giving them greater contact with their loved ones.

  12. Social Prescribing Prize Draw Winner!

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    A big congratulations to Shamara who won a £30 voucher after completing our Social Prescribing survey for 16 – 25 year olds.

  13. Have your say on front of pack food labelling

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    Have you had your say in the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on front of pack nutrition labelling

  14. Visiting to all wards suspended at Shropshire’s acute hospitals

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    Visiting has been suspended to all wards at Shropshire’s two acute hospitals to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

  15. Vaccine rollout: Please wait to be contacted

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    The NHS vaccination programme is underway in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin as part of the national rollout.

  16. Patients in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin urged to contact NHS 111 first

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    The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital in Telford are both dealing with high numbers of patients right now - anyone in need of urgent medical care in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin should contact NHS 111 first online or by phone

  17. Shaping Places for Healthier Lives: solving food insecurity in south west Shropshire

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    We are calling for organisations and individuals to share their insights and experiences of food insecurity in south west Shropshire.

  18. Learning Disability and Autism Programme

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    News from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).

  19. Women's Health Strategy: Call for Evidence

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    The government is seeking your views to help inform the development of the government’s Women’s Health Strategy.

  20. You said, we did - Shifnal & Priorslee Medical Practice

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    Between 25th May and 1st June 2021, 45 members of the public contacted us about Shifnal and Priorslee Medical Practice. The vast majority of these comments were expressing concern about aspects of the service provided by the practice.

  21. New adult social care support directory launched to help people stay well and independent

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    A new guide to help Shropshire residents access social care and health services has been launched.

  22. Support to talk about death and dying

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    This Dying Matters Awareness Week, 2-6 May 2022, local organisations are working together with Shropshire Libraries to provide a safe space for people to talk about death, dying, and bereavement.

  23. Keep on Moving Shropshire Festival

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    Are you over 55 and want to get moving again? Try something new…

  24. Your Care, Your Way

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    Shropshire residents who are blind, deaf or have a learning disability are not being given all the support they should be by local health services because of their communication needs, new research shows.

  25. Keeping Shropshire Local, Understanding our Communities

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    Shropshire Council and partners are working to understand the needs of every local area in Shropshire. They recognise that Shropshire is made up of diverse communities, and not all health, wellbeing, community and personal needs will be the same.

  26. People 50 and over urged to book for their COVID-19 Autumn Booster and Flu Vaccinations in ahead of winter

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    From Friday 14 October, people aged 50 and over can now book their COVID-19 Autumn Booster and flu vaccination in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin with appointments starting from Saturday, 15 October.

  27. Residents across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin encouraged to order prescriptions ahead of festive period

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    Get ready for Christmas by ordering your prescriptions early, is the message from health experts at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin.

  28. Residents urged to ‘Think Pharmacy First’ as new improved service launches across the county

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    Health chiefs at NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are urging residents to ‘Think Pharmacy First’ to access appropriate treatment and advice for common illnesses, as a brand-new pharmacy service launches across the county.

  29. Shropshire Health and wellbeing survey

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    Communities across the south of the county are being asked to take part in a survey to share their thoughts and experiences on what would make their community a healthier and better place to live.

  30. Shropshire Council supports new campaign to encourage take up of childhood immunisation programme

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    Shropshire Council’s public health team lead officers are urging parents and carers to ensure their child’s vaccinations are up to date.

  31. Trust to launch major Electronic Patient Record digital upgrade

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    Hospital leaders are preparing to launch the first phase of a major digital transformation programme that will improve care for patients long term, through more modern systems.