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If you have a learning disability you need to be on your GP's learning disability register to have the vaccine
Find out more about how to get on your GPs learning disability register to ensure you have the Covid-19 vaccine. Being on the register also means you should be invited to have an important health check-up to pick up any symptoms of illness.
26 February 2021
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Carers' forum - we care about how your needs are met in the future
Are you an unpaid parent carer in North Somerset? Take part in our Forum on Thursday (February 25th) morning or next Thursday (March 4th) evening over Zoom. We need your views so we know about the support and help you might need in the future.
23 February 2021
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How to get support if you need a little extra help to have the Covid-19 vaccine
People who have learning disabilities or a mental health condition can have their vaccination experience made easier for them. Healthwatch and the local clinical commissioning group put on a webinar to explain extra support or help that's available.
19 February 2021
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Zoom in for our next Prioritisation Panel meeting on February 23
At our Prioritisation Panel you can hear first hand how Healthwatch uses your feedback to understand the city's key health issues and works to bring about resolutions to help everyone have better health and care.
19 February 2021
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Disabled people made up 6 in 10 of all COVID-19 deaths last year, according to official data
59.5% of all the coronavirus deaths between the 24th January and the 20th November 2020 were disabled people, the latest data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed.
16 February 2021
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Healthwatch helps end Joe's "excruciating wait" for mental health support
Joe has been "languishing on waiting lists and waiting for phonecalls" for over a year trying to get mental health support. We put him in touch with the Patient Advice and Liaison Service and he has now been able to see a psychiatrist.
15 February 2021
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Are you an unpaid carer? Register with a GP so you don't miss your COVID-19 vaccine
It's always important to be registered with a GP - but it's particularly important if you're caring for someone vulnerable. If you're not registered, you may not get your COVID-19 vaccination at the right time.
9 February 2021
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Call for dual diagnosis: Steve tells his story
Steve Thornton, whose experiences helped us form a survey about the support available for recovery from both addiction and mental health, said he was “pushed around the system for many years” before someone finally was able to help him.
3 February 2021
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Do you need help getting to your COVID-19 vaccination?
Do you need help with arranging transport for your COVID-19 injection? Have you been contacted about your vaccination but don't have a way of getting to your surgery? Our latest pamphlet contains all the information you need to get there safely.
29 January 2021
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Allergy advice and the Covid-19 vaccine
If you have certain allergies you may be concerned about whether you should get the Covid vaccine. In most cases the vaccine is safe, even for people with a history of reactions to certain drugs and food. Here's the latest allergy information.
22 January 2021
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People with substance misuse problems face 'lack of mental health support'
Our new report found people with substance misuse problems are stuck in a vicious circle, as many can't access mental health support. Healthwatch has been advised a Local Authority task group will now look at addressing our concerns.
19 January 2021
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COVID-19 cases in North Somerset up by 10%, as council pledges to increase rapid testing in the community
While cases in Bristol and South Gloucestershire have fallen, COVID-19 cases in North Somerset are up by 10%, with a total of 880 cases recorded.
19 January 2021
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