1. Our Programme Board Meeting Minutes January 2017

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    We make available the minutes of our Programme Board meetings so you can find out what was discussed.

  2. Autistic spectrum conditions: what we've heard from the public so far

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    The public told us about their experiences of Autistic Spectrum Conditions, which we explored further.

  3. Local Healthwatch stroke engagement

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    In partnership with other local Healthwatch services, we have had conversations with the public and staff on how stroke services across West Yorkshire and Harrogate could be further improved

  4. Our Programme Board Meeting Minutes April 2017

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    We make available the minutes of our Programme Board meetings so you can find out what was discussed.

  5. Our 2016/2017 annual report

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    Our 2016/2017 annual report highlights what we have been doing throughout the year and how your views have made a difference.

  6. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  7. Our Programme Board Meeting Minutes September 2017

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    We make available the minutes of our Programme Board meetings so you can find out what was discussed.

  8. Happy, Healthy, at Home: A plan for the future of health and care in Bradford District and Craven

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    In 2017 we led a project called The Big Conversation, to find out from local people what mattered most for the future of health and care. What people told us became the foundation of the plan for health and wellbeing in Bradford district and Craven.

  9. The Big Conversation

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    During July and August 2017 we spoke to over 900 people about the future of health and care services.

  10. Dentistry and the impact of COVID-19

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    In our latest briefing, we share what over 1,300 people have told us about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020.

  11. Bradford Teaching Hospitals seeking public governors

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    Would you like to make a difference by becoming a governor? Bradford Teaching Hospitals is seeking public governors to sit on the Foundation Trust’s
    Council.

  12. COVID-19 vaccines Q&A

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    A group of young people from Bradford District recently connected with some local medical and health experts to discuss some of their questions and concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine.

  13. Because We All Care

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    Join the campaign: #BecauseWeAllCare

  14. What matters to you in health and social care services?

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    We want to hear what matters to the people of Bradford when it comes to health and social care services for this year.

  15. NHS dentistry

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    Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for a radical rethink of NHS dentistry.

  16. 2020-21 Annual Report

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    Our Annual Report for 2020-21, a very different report to previous years, as with everybody we've had to adapt and find new ways to enagage with the Bradford & District Public.

    Please follow the link to download the report.

  17. Advice about Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about Coronavirus

  18. COVID-19 vaccine programme

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    Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including where to go and why it's important.

  19. Latest inspection reports on services in Bradford district

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England, publishes reports on services it has inspected in Bradford district.

  20. Digitally excluded people’s experiences of remote GP appointments

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    Digitally excluded people’s experiences of remote GP appointments

  21. 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.

  22. COVID-19 booster vaccination programme starts in Bradford district

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    Booster COVID-19 vaccines are now on offer to people in Bradford district for those most at risk.

  23. Young people in Bradford tell of impact of COVID-19 in emotional film

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    A new film gives a raw and emotional insight into the experiences of Bradford’s young people as they faced the turmoil wrought by COVID-19.

  24. People in Bradford district urged to get the flu jab if offered one

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    People offered the flu jab in the Bradford district are being encouraged to get it as soon as possible to boost their immunity levels this winter.

  25. Support to stop smoking in Bradford now available in some GP practices and pharmacies

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    A Bradford stop-smoking service has been expanded and is now also available in some GP practices and pharmacies in the district.

  26. Bradford hospitals could be combined on one site

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    Plans for a £1.7bn redevelopment of Bradford district's hospitals - including a purpose-built single site to replace Bradford Royal Infirmary and St Luke’s Hospital - have been submitted to the Government.

  27. Free online support with mental health at a time to suit you in Bradford district

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    Free online guided self-help is now available within a week of assessment in Bradford district.

  28. Well Together service helps older people and those with long-term conditions be more active in Bradford district

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    A volunteer-led service that offers activities and support groups for older people and those with long-term conditions across Bradford district has relaunched.

  29. One in five critically ill COVID patients is a pregnant woman

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    New data shows that nearly 20 per cent of the most critically ill COVID patients are pregnant women who have not been vaccinated.

  30. NHS dentistry: Healthwatch co-signs open letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer

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    Healthwatch has co-signed an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak calling for a recovery plan for NHS dentistry.

  31. COVID-19 booster vaccinations - NHS answers frequently asked questions

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    Latest COVID-19 booster vaccination FAQs from the NHS (October 2021)

  32. Young adult carers in Bradford district receive grants to help with their education, independence and future plans

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    Young adult carers from across Bradford district have received grants to help them with their education, employment and training.

  33. Patients and carers group highlights importance of acting FAST for World Stroke Day

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    World Stroke Day (October 29) is this year focusing on the need to act FAST in the aftermath of a stroke.

  34. Be aware of warning signs and risks in Mouth Cancer Action Month

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    People are this month being urged to be aware of the signs and symptoms of one of the few cancers predicted to increase in the coming years.

  35. Are you looking for an NHS dentist in Bradford district?

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    Many people contact Healthwatch Bradford and District because they are having difficulties finding an NHS dentist.

  36. Access to care in the spotlight for World Diabetes Day 2021

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    People in Bradford and district are encouraged to support World Diabetes Day (Sunday, November 14), which this year is based around access to diabetes care.

  37. Free events in Bradford and district to help you take control of your health

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    Free events are taking place across Bradford and district next week (November 15-21, 2021) to help people of all ages take greater control of their health.

  38. Free flu vaccines for carers in Bradford, Keighley and Shipley on Carers Rights Day 2021

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    Bradford and district residents who are caring for a friend or relative are being invited to get free flu and COVID-19 booster vaccines, and find out more about their rights, at a number of events on Carers Rights Day 2021.

  39. Patients asked to be kind after increase in abuse of GP practice staff

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    Patients across Bradford and district are being asked to "be kind" following an increase in abuse towards people working in GP practices.

  40. Ling House Medical Centre to take on running of North Street Surgery in Keighley

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    A well-known Keighley GP surgery is to take on the running of the town’s North Street Surgery on December 1, 2021.

  41. More than £900,000 to support rough sleepers in Bradford district with drug and alcohol problems

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    More than £900,000 has been awarded to support rough sleepers with drug and alcohol problems in Bradford district.

  42. Help keep infections out of Bradford hospitals

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    People with friends and relatives in hospital in Bradford have been asked to help keep staff and patients safe by staying away if they have any symptoms of illness.

  43. Bradford parents asked to make sure their children gets flu vaccination when offered

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    Parents in Bradford are being asked to make sure their children get the flu vaccination this year to protect their children and other family members.

  44. New support for young carers in Bradford district on Instagram

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    Young carers aged 13 and over across Bradford district are being invited to join a new Young Carer Hub on the social media platform Instagram, where they can find advice and support.