1. ‘Take 2’ Steps Away From Others

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    ‘Take 2’ steps away from others when you are out and about say health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  2. New Home-Visiting Service Announced for Patients across Shropshire

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    A new home-visiting service in response to the coronavirus pandemic is being launched this week by health bosses at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs).

  3. The NHS is Here for You this Spring Bank Holiday

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    Residents are urged to seek medical help should they need it this Spring Bank Holiday (Monday, 25 May) say health leaders at Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups.

  4. 25 ideas to be kind for Mental Health Awareness Week

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    In a time of social distancing small acts of kindness can help us all to connect with others emotionally during the pandemic.

  5. Coronavirus testing in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin: what you need to know

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    Who can get tested? Testing for coronavirus (Covid-19) has been expanded to everyone over the age of five with symptoms.

  6. Telephone and online appointments - Here to stay?

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    As a result of the pandemic many services across health and social care have changed how they are delivered. In order to offer services as safely as possible people have been offered appointments over the phone online by video or using an online form

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. Bereavement Support for Shropshire Residents

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    A new service has been launched to support people who are experiencing and suffering from bereavement and loss. The offer is open to any Shropshire resident who has been bereaved by either a recent death or previous loss.

  10. 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.

  11. Council launches new online community platform to support people’s mental health and emotional wellbeing

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    Togetherall, a new online mental health support service for young people and adults across Shropshire, has been launched this week. The 24/7 online support service is a collaboration between Shropshire Council’s Public Health Team and Togetherall

  12. Tell us about your experience of leaving hospital during COVID-19

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    Triggered by Covid-19, since March 2020 hospitals have been working closely with community health and social care partners (including local councils) to improve the discharge process. Tell us about your experiences.

  13. Every mind matters

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    New NHS-endorsed guidance launched to support the mental well-being of children and young people

  14. 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

  15. NHS Test and Trace app

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    The app will help the NHS and Public Health understand where and how quickly the virus is spreading, so they can respond quickly and effectively.

  16. Dodington Surgery Closure

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    No-one will be left without access to a GP when Dodington Surgery in Whitchurch closes next year, say health bosses at NHS Shropshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG).

  17. 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.

  18. Shropshire Schools Survey

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    Shropshire Council is encouraging all pupils in KS2/KS3/KS4 to complete a short survey to provide an overview of their nutritional intake and emotional health & well-being during the lockdown period.

  19. Visiting family and friends in care homes and hospital during Covid-19

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    Please let us know how you have been helped to keep in touch with friends and family in hospital or care homes through the pandemic, what has worked well and what has not worked so well.

  20. Audiology Survey

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    A new audiology patient survey has been launched this week by NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). This will be used to gather patients’ views on the current service and how it may be improved.

  21. Access to NHS Dental Services during the Christmas and New Year period

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    Dental practices will continue to provide services over the Christmas and New Year period, although opening hours for individual practices may vary.

  22. 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.

  23. Large NHS vaccination centres rolled out and more on their way

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    The NHS has announced the opening of seven large vaccination centres throughout England. The centres are capable of delivering thousands of the life-saving jabs each week and provide an additional option to the local sites across Shropshire.

  24. Share your Experiences of Using NHS Blood Taking Services

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    NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) want to improve blood taking (phlebotomy) services for all patients and would like to gather the views of local people in the area.

  25. Free transport to help Shropshire residents get vaccinations

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    Shropshire residents who are without access to transport are now able to get FREE transport to their COVID-19 vaccination appointments.

  26. 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

  27. New carers support service launches

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    Shropshire Council’s new Carers Support Team will offer support to thousands of unpaid carers across the county, a new service for unpaid and family carers will launch from Monday 1 February 2021.

  28. Unpaid carers to receive their vaccinations

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    As of 23 February, unpaid carers aged 18-64 can book a vaccination appointment via the national booking system without receiving a letter. To be eligible, they need to be in receipt of carer’s allowance.

  29. How well is Urgent Medical Care working in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin?

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    From December 2020, NHS England launched a new system called NHS 111 First. If you have an urgent, but not life-threatening health problem you can now contact NHS 111 First to find out if you need to go to A&E.

  30. 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.

  31. Shropshire residents' experiences included in national report about GP access

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    Healthwatch England research shows that tens of thousands of people struggled to contact or see their doctor during the first year of the pandemic.

  32. Where To Get Medical Help During Easter Bank Holiday

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    Although GP practices are closed over the Easter bank holiday (Friday 2, April to Monday 5, April), NHS services including GP appointments are available say health leaders at NHS Shropshire and NHS Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Groups

  33. Learning Disability and Autism Programme

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

  34. Covid-19 vaccine survey for young adults

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    If you are aged between 18 and 29, the NHS and Public Health teams in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin would like to understand if you have any particular concerns about the Covid-19 vaccine.

  35. Access to NHS dental services

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    We have been hearing from Shropshire residents about the problems they are having getting to see an NHS dentist. Are you having problems? Let us know.

  36. Carers Week 2021: Host of events to recognise and celebrate Shropshire’s carers

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    Over 40 events dedicated to carers will be taking place across Shropshire throughout Carers Week (Monday 7 June to Sunday 13 June 2021).

  37. 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.

  38. 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.

  39. Where to go if you’re feeling unwell this Bank Holiday

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    Information from the NHS about services over the holiday weekend

  40. Shrewsbury Health and Wellbeing Hub – Listening exercise

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    NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin CCG is calling on the local community to share their views on a proposal for a new health and wellbeing hub in Shrewsbury.

  41. Improving Health and Wellbeing in Shropshire – Please give your views!

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    Shropshire’s Health and Wellbeing Board (HWBB) has drafted a Joint 2022-2027 Health and Wellbeing Strategy and would like your views and thoughts.

  42. Covid-19 booster vaccinations to be rolled out to patients via appointment only in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin from this week

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    The NHS in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin will start delivering Covid-19 booster vaccinations to people in eligible groups as of this week via appointment only.

  43. Share experiences on young person Mental Health Crisis Services

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    Healthwatch Shropshire and Healthwatch Telford & Wrekin have launched a joint campaign to gather information on young people’s experiences of Mental Health Crisis Services since 2020.

  44. We want your feedback on NHS 111 and how you access urgent care services in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

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    The NHS in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin, Healthwatch Shropshire and Healthwatch Telford & Wrekin want to hear from local people about NHS 111 and how you access urgent medical care servces.

  45. Get involved in refreshing the Integrated Cancer Strategy

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    The Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group is currently refreshing its 5-year (2021 to 2026) cancer strategy and would welcome your views and suggestions.

  46. How to get your vaccines and boost your immunity in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

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    People in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are reminded to get their COVID and flu vaccinations to give themselves the best possible protection against these deadly illnesses this winter.

  47. Share your views about the High Intensity Users Service

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    The Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group (STW CCG) would like to know what you think about the High Intensity Users (HIU) services in the county to help shape the way the service is provided in future.