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Diabetes care during booster roll out and winter pressures
Support for people in the North of England
21 December 2021
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Sunderland Extended Access Service - out of hours GP appointments
If you need to see a GP in the evening, at weekends or on bank holidays, Sunderland's Extended Access Service can help.
9 December 2021
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Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment
Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.
27 October 2021
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What is adult social care?
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.
27 October 2021
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What to expect when waiting for care
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.
6 September 2021
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How can your pharmacy help you?
Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Take a look at how they can help you.
18 August 2021
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What should happen when you're diagnosed with dementia
Being diagnosed with dementia can be a big shock, and it can be hard to know what to do next. Take a look at our guide to find out what support you should receive.
12 August 2021
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Maternity support during COVID-19
Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.
18 June 2021
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Do you need help finding a care home
Choosing a care home can be difficult.
25 May 2021
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COVID-19: What you need to know when visiting a care home
Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.
17 May 2021
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What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?
The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.
20 April 2021
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COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.
13 January 2021