News and reports | Healthwatch Milton Keynes

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People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment

The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatment.

30 September 2021

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Children and young people: what to expect from your healthcare

When babies, children and young people access healthcare, it is important that their experience is as positive as possible.

27 September 2021

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COVID vaccines for 12-15 year olds: how it works

This autumn all children aged 12 to 15 years are being offered the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccination.

23 September 2021

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COVID booster programme begins

The COVID vaccine booster programme roll out has begun in MK and across the UK, so if you're eligible you'll be hearing from the NHS soon.

22 September 2021

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Have you taken part in MK's More Life weight management programme?

If you have, then More-Life and the Open University would like to hear your feedback.

16 September 2021

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Blood test equipment: how the shortage may affect you

There is currently a global shortage of vials used for blood tests - and the NHS in England and Wales is advising of disruption to blood testing.

13 September 2021

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New patient info leaflets for NHS services in Milton Keynes

Want to understand more about the NHS services available to you in Milton Keynes? These two patient information leaflets are a great place to start.

7 September 2021

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Are you or your loved one waiting for hospital care? Tell us your story.

Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

6 September 2021

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Vaccine boosters for people with severely weakened immune system

New COVID vaccination guidance has been outlined for anyone who has a severely weakened immune system.

2 September 2021

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Your views helped improve non-emergency patient transport services

NHS England has published a new report outlining changes to non-emergency patient transport services (NEPTS) and broader NHS transport support. Take a look at what the changes mean for you and your loved ones.

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Bronchiolitis – keeping your baby well this Autumn/Winter

Milton Keynes University Hospital is launching a campaign to help parents to keep their babies well by minimising the risks of bronchiolitis and helping them to give the most appropriate care to their little ones.

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16 - 17 year olds will be offered the Pfizer vaccine

The Government announced yesterday that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will be offered to all 16 and 17 year olds.

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