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Choosing the right NHS service

Your quick guide to making the right health and care choices in Sunderland
17 June 2022
Advice and Information
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Carers and the impact of COVID-19

This report covers the views of those individuals who responded to our survey which looked at Carers and the Impact of COVID-19.
7 June 2022
Report
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Support and treatment for Long Covid

It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need.
23 May 2022
Advice and Information
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What is Long Covid?

Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support.
23 May 2022
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Making social care services more culturally inclusive

Our partnership work has helped local social care service providers adapt services to better meet the needs of its customers.
20 May 2022
Response
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Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?
19 May 2022
Advice and Information
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Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
8 April 2022
Advice and Information
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What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.
25 March 2022
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NHS jargon and acronyms explained

The NHS sometimes uses jargon and acronyms that can be difficult to make sense of. We've found a selection of reliable resources that explain, in plain English, many of the terms that you may see used in NHS correspondence, online, or in the media.
16 February 2022
Advice and Information
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Improving access to baby formula for those families in need

Thanks to feedback from a local charity who supports those families most in need we were able to support services to introduce emergency provisions plan to address the issue.
15 February 2022
Response

Could you be an Ageing Well Ambassador?

Find out more information on becoming a Sunderland Ageing Well Ambassador
27 January 2022
News
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New Colonoscopy Confidence campaign

Colonoscopy confidence – your common sense bowel check
20 January 2022
News

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