1. What should happen if you or someone you know experiences a fragility fracture?

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    A patient and carer resource for members of the public who have experienced a fragility fracture

  2. Steven Gambles, Together for Children Star Award

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  3. Claire Atherton, Speech & Language Therapist

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  4. Better access to NHS dental services under new reforms

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    Patients across the country will benefit from improved access to dental care under changes announced by NHS England today.

  5. Disabled people report being blocked from NHS care due to poor communications

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    New deep-dive analysis of people's experiences of healthcare communication is a stark reminder of why NHS England and the 42 new Integrated Care Systems need to ensure services abide by the Accessible Information Standard.

  6. Cost of living payment

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    Guidance on getting an extra payment to help with the cost of living if you’re entitled to certain benefits or tax credits.

  7. Thinking of a career in health or social care?

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    Here are some of the ways volunteering with Healthwatch Sunderland could help you.

  8. Our Youthwatch volunteers

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    Youthwatch Sunderland is open to anyone who wants to make a difference to their community and has an interest in the rights and wellbeing of young people.

  9. Young people’s health and wellbeing directory

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    If you are worried or concerned about anything, don't panic; there may be someone who can help you - it's just a question of knowing where to start. This section is an easy-to-use directory of support services providing contact details for just some of the helping organisations and resources available to you both nationally and in Sunderland.

  10. Your mental health

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  11. Your physical health

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  12. Drugs and alcohol

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  13. Your sexual health

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  14. Young parents

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  15. Young carers

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  16. Volunteering and Youth Groups

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  17. Youthwatch have your say

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  18. Your choices in the NHS

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    Here you will find information on what choices are available to NHS patients in the NHS Framework

  19. Jonathan Hindmarsh, Pharmacist, South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust

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  20. What is a GP referral and how can you get one?

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    When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.

  21. GP access

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  22. Domiciliary care

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  23. We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen

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    Healthwatch England Chair and National Director respond to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

  24. Think you need to go to A&E? Learn how NHS 111 can help you

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    The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  25. Introducing our new Chair

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    We are excited to have Debbie Burnicle as our new Chair.

  26. Healthwatch Sunderland organ donation event

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    Through our Organ Donation Campaign and event we aimed to get people talking to their loves ones about organ donation and having open conversations

  27. Your experiences of the COVID-19 vaccination programme

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    This report covers people’s experiences of receiving their COVID-19 vaccine

  28. Care in the home services

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  29. More than half of people with chronic and long-term conditions not asked to feed back about their care

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    Latest findings show that people with chronic and long-term health conditions often miss out on giving their feedback about care. As part of the Because We All Care campaign, Healthwatch are working with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  30. Getting social care right starts with good information and advice

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    Would you know where to turn for social care support? New polling finds over 40% of people don’t. This confusion can result in people not getting the care they need.

  31. Warm Spaces, Sunderland City Council

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    Sunderland City Council launches Warm Spaces

  32. Cost of living support guide

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    Support guide for Sunderland

  33. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

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    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  34. State of Care 2021/2022

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    Download this year's assessment of health care and social care in England.

  35. Director of Public Health’s Annual Report 2021 – 22

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    Read the Director of Public Health for Sunderland's first annual report.

  36. Outside organisations

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  37. Maternity Voices Partnership

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    Maternity Voices Partnership group is an opportunity for parents to volunteer to be involved in discussions for improvements to how maternity services are delivered in Sunderland.

  38. Tell us your story of maternal mental health care

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    Pregnancy is a major life event for any family. It can be joyful and fulfilling but also challenging. Healthwatch England are launching a national survey to understand if care works for new mothers and birthing parents. Share your story.

  39. Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) strategy

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    Share your views on the ICP's draft integrated care strategy

  40. Cancer care resource

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    Helpful online resource for anyone looking for information or support affected by cancer

  41. #ItsBoobEasy

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    Share breast ‘support’ and join our #ItsBoobEasy campaign

  42. NIHR Clinical Research Network North East and North Cumbria

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    The NIHR Clinical Research Network North East and North Cumbria supports high-quality health and care research across the region. Our vision is to improve health and care outcomes for the people of the North East and North Cumbria through research.

  43. Sunderland Wheelchair Services User Forum

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    The Sunderland Wheelchair Users' Forum gives people across our area an opportunity to share their experiences and have a say in shaping and improving wheelchair services for the future.

  44. Patient Participation Group (PPG)

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    A typical PPG brings together patients, GPs and staff from a GP practice (or group of practices) They meet regularly to discuss issues relating to their surgery and the services provided to patients.

  45. Findaway: Family, Friends, and Communities Project

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    62% of survivors told a friend or family member about the abuse before anyone else