1. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  2. Maternity support during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

  3. 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.

  4. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  5. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

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    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  6. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  7. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  8. Enter & view, Springwell House & Harraton Surgery - 2018

    Report -

    This report highlights the feedback gained from patients of Dr Singh's surgeries at Spingwell House and Harraton.

  9. Enter & view, Deerness Park, GP Practice

    Report -

    Having received positive feedback from a number of service users of Deerness Park GP Practice we decided to carry out an enter and view visit to discover what they thought made it a good service.

  10. Development of Patient Participation Groups (PPGs)

    Report -

    Read our Patient Participation Groups guide.

  11. GP Alliance Medical Practice telephone system 2018

    Report -

    Read our report on the Sunderland GP Alliance Medical Practice telephone system.

  12. Dr Bhate & Partners patient feedback - October 2018

    Report -

    Read our report on Dr Bhate & Partners GP Practice

  13. New Washington Medical Group - how are things going since the merger? - November 2018

    Report -

    Read our report on the New Washington Medical Group merger

  14. Sunderland GP Extended Access service evaluation - March 2020

    Report -

    Read our report on the feedback we received on the Sunderland GP Extended Access service.

  15. Wound Care Hubs

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    Wound care hubs across the city of Sunderland

  16. Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  17. Sunderland Extended Access Service - out of hours GP appointments

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    If you need to see a GP in the evening, at weekends or on bank holidays, Sunderland's Extended Access Service can help.

  18. Six golden rules for stronger bones

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    Six golden rules video to help patients have follow up conversations with their GP after being recommended to take medication by mouth for osteoporosis

  19. 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.

  20. GP access report

    Report -

    This report covers people's experiences of accessing their GP practice

  21. Opening hours Sunderland enhanced access service

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    Access to the Sunderland GP enhanced service over Christmas and New Year

  22. August Bank Holiday Pharmacy opening hours

    News -

    Find your nearest open pharmacy during the August Bank Holiday. These are opening times for bank holidays only.

  23. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.