1. British Sign Language Service

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    British Sign Language (BSL) users are now able to get in touch with NHS England’s Customer Contact Centre using a video call supported by a BSL interpreter.

  2. Have your say

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    On Thursday 27th August between 1.00-2.00pm the @NHSEngland twitter channel will dedicate this hour to Learning Disabilities, exploring the latest service model, discussing learning disability services and welcoming feedback via #TransformingCare.

  3. When to call 111

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    A helpful video describing when to call 111 for advice compared to when to call 999 for an ambulance

  4. Women's only support group

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    A women's only support group has been launched for people who need help with addiction and their friends and family.

  5. New review says BAME groups at higher risk of dying from Covid-19

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    A new review has shown the risk of dying from Covid-19 is higher among Black and Asian Minority Ethnic Groups compared to white groups. Healthwatch awaits recommendations from these findings which will really benefit BAME staff and patients.

  6. Action needed after review shows BAME adversely affected by pandemic

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    Large scale research and data collection is needed to tackle “humbling inequalities" in Covid-19 death rates, according to the new Public Health England report. We want our feedback to build an understanding of health experiences of BAME groups.

  7. NHS Race and Health Observatory

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    A new NHS centre to investigate the effects of race and ethnicity on people’s health has got the go ahead after Covid 19 helped to focus minds on the continuing problem of racism in medicine.

  8. Sir Michael Marmot says Healthwatch can energise and give power to communities

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    Sir Michael Marmot author of the landmark report Marmot Review: Fair Society, Healthy Lives spoke to Healthwatch about how the Covid-19 pandemic has “amplified” health inequalities even further.

  9. Historic turning point - Covid vaccines rolled out to first patients at Southmead Hospital

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    The new Covid-19 vaccine has been rolled out in Bristol today (December 8) – with the over 80s and care home staff first on the list to receive it.