1. Falls Prevention

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    In 2020 Healthwatch spoke to 172 people about their experience of falls and their understanding of measures to prevent them. We also gathered views about their feelings on social isolation.

  2. Our Annual Report 2019-2020

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    We published 4 reports about health and care services, provided 89 people with reliable advice and information and had a reach of 311,389 across social media channels.

  3. Our Annual Report 2018-2019

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    We published 8 reports, provided 143 residents with reliable advice and information and listened to the experiences of 35 people through our Feedback Centre.

  4. Our Annual Report 2021-2022

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    We published 4 reports about the improvements people would like to see to health and social care services, set up the Herefordshire Community Partnership, gained a reach of 252,900 across social media channels, and provided 188 people with information and advice.

  5. Our Annual Report is Published!

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    Healthwatch Herefordshire's Annual Report details what the team has been up to over the past year and the challenges that it's faced.

  6. Herefordshire Community Partnership Thrives

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    Healthwatch Herefordshire held another successful Herefordshire Community Partnership event on March 24th at The Kindle Centre.

  7. Ageing Well and Frailty

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    In partnership with a local primary care network and GP’s, we listened to people's experiences of growing older in Herefordshire.

  8. Annual Report 2022-23

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    In 2022-23, we engaged with 1,695 people providing information, advice or gathering views on accessing health and care services.

  9. What is menopause and what are the signs?

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    With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available.

  10. Quarterly Report - Oct - Dec '23

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    Our quarter 3 Quarterly Report spans Oct - Dec'23.

  11. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.

  12. Drop into the Talk Wellbeing Maylord Orchards Centre

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    The new Talk Wellbeing Maylord Orchards Centre is offering booked and drop-in health checks in the centre of Hereford. Throughout the week, there will also be an array of local services offering advice and support to residents.

  13. Managing Long Term Health Conditions

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    Living with a long term health condition can be difficult to manage in the community. If this is you, Healthwatch Herefordshire wants to hear from you. Share your experiences with us, what helps you the most and which services you would like to see available in your community.

  14. Responding to the NHS Constitution Consultation

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    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.

  15. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

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    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  16. What to expect when waiting for care

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    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.

  17. What is Long Covid and what help is available?

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    Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and how to get support.

  18. Covid-19 Survey Report

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    In response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Healthwatch Herefordshire developed a survey (based on a Healthwatch England template) to gather views and experiences of Herefordshire residents on health and social care services during this challenging period.

  19. Health checks and Covid vaccinations for those with a learning disability

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    Healthwatch Herefordshire wants to listen to the views of people with a learning disability. We particularly want to understand their views on annual health checks and Covid vaccinations.

  20. Learning disability annual health checks and Covid -19 vaccine experiences

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    Healthwatch Herefordshire carried out this project in partnership with Taurus Healthcare and WBC (Wargrave, Cantilupe and Belmont) and gathered the views and experiences of 40 people with that have experienced annual learning disability health checks and covid vaccines in Herefordshire.