1. Government: Stay-At-Home National Lockdown 2021

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    National lockdown: Stay at Home. Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly across the country. You must stay at home. The single most important action we can all take is to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

  2. COVID vaccine myth busting with Dr Raj

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    We hosted a Covid-19 vaccination myth buster presentation to sort the fact from the fiction.

  3. COVID-19 vaccines rolled out to people aged 70 years and over from today

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    People aged 70 and over and the clinically extremely vulnerable to begin receiving invitations for vaccinations from today.

  4. Why has the Government changed the covid vaccination schedule?

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    We have received a number of questions around the re-scheduling of the second dose of covid vaccination. Please read and share the important information below:

  5. Every Mind Matters

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    NHS launches a new campaign and website focused on mental health and wellbeing called "Every Mind Matters"

  6. Bletchley House care home: Enter and View report

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Bletchley House care home in Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations.

  7. NHS Covid Vaccination roll-out updates

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    NHS England has published local vaccination uptake data - Updated 29th January 2021

  8. Covid Vaccine information in community languages

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    NHS doctors, nurses and other frontline staff have come forward to help reassure communities that COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and have been independently tested to the highest standards.

  9. Call for people aged 70 and over to contact NHS for a COVID jab

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    People aged 70 and over who have not yet been vaccinated against COVID and who would like to be are today being asked to contact the NHS to arrange a jab.

  10. Ageing Well Talks

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    A series of talks to explore how important it is, over our lifespan, to maintain well-balanced nutrition and hydration as well as regular physical and social activity in the older age, also known as the 'Five Pillars of Ageing Well'.

  11. It’s been quite lonely

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    Rethink Service Users talk about their experiences of the Covid-19 Pandemic

  12. National Roadmap to gradually ease the country out of the covid pandemic

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    The Government sets out a National Roadmap to gradually ease the country out of the covid pandemic

  13. Keeping Well For Key Workers

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    The NHS in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes launch a free and confidential psychological support service for Key Workers

  14. NHS Prescription charge rises to £9.35 from 1st April 2021

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    In England, the NHS prescription charge will increase from £9.15 to £9.35 per prescription item from 1st April 2021.

  15. Journey across all of MK for £3.50 or less!

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    Want to book a ride straight from your phone, get picked up in minutes, and get dropped off steps from your destination?

  16. Children are being asked to share their hopes for a post-Covid.

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    Children are being asked to share their hopes for a post-Covid world in the Big Ask survey. 

  17. Vaccine advice for MK's Muslim communities

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    The British Islamic Medical Association is offering Muslim communities vaccine advice, including information on the Moderna vaccine.

  18. COVID-19 VACCINE ROLL-OUT: Government publishes updated guidance

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    The Government's Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation have published updated guidance for healthcare professionals on the UK's vaccine roll out programme.

  19. Pharmacy opening times for 31 May 2021

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    This weekend, 31 May 2021 is a bank holiday. Pharmacy opening times in Milton Keynes may be different than usual. Check what time your local pharmacy is open before you travel. (updated 26 May 2021)

  20. Women's Health and wellbeing: have your say on how services can be improved.

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    The Government want to hear views on how women's health and wellbeing in England can be improved. Your response will help to shape the Government's strategy on women's health.

  21. Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

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    This week, 3 - 9 May 2021 is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week.

  22. Mental health support hub

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    If you are struggling with your mental health, or someone you know is, please don't suffer in silence. Help is out there.

  23. Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

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    For so many of us, the last year has been tough on our mental health. We know that many people have struggled, and the impact of COVID has affected how people can access the support they need.

  24. Cancer Education UK launches petition to tackle inequalities in healthcare

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    Cancer Education UK have today launched their campaign to petition for other types of skin coloured prosthetics to be readily available to ethnic minorities

  25. Campaign for cancer prosthetics for ethnic minorities

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    Cancer Education UK today launch their campaign for the NHS to increase funding for breast and other prosthetics following cancer treatment, in a range of skin tones.

  26. COVID and care homes: what you need to know from 17 May 2021

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    From Monday 17 May, care home residents in England are able to have five named visitors for indoor visits.

  27. COVID 19 vaccinations: all you need to know.

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    Here's everything you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

  28. Increasing confidence in the COVID vaccine

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    If you have worries and concerns about the COVID vaccine, information is available.

  29. More GP appointments to be offered face-to-face to those who need it

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    NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

  30. Board of Trustees Minutes November 2020

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    Healthwatch Milton Keynes CIO Board of Trustees minutes are publicly available.

  31. Board of Trustees Minutes February 2021

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    Healthwatch Milton Keynes CIO Board of Trustees minutes are publicly available.

  32. New research exploring vaccination confidence provides vital lessons for public health campaigns

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    Healthwatch England has joined forces with Traverse to explore vaccination confidence among people from African, Bangladeshi, Caribbean and Pakistani backgrounds living in the UK.

  33. New GP data-sharing system delayed - Healthwatch England's response

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    Healthwatch England have joined forces with leading patient groups to respond to the Government's plans around GP data sharing.

  34. Read the latest e-alert from the Healthwatch Milton Keynes team

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    Check out HWMK's latest e-alert for fortnightly updates on health and care.

  35. NHS data collection - what you need to know

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    The Government has now indefinitely shelved their controversial GP data sharing scheme.

  36. COVID advice in 21 languages

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    Advice and guidance on COVID testing, vaccines, symptoms and restrictions, translated into 21 different languages.

  37. Focus on NHS Admin is needed to improve people’s experiences of care

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    In partnership with Healthwatch England and National Voices, new findings from The King's Fund highlight the critical role of administration in how people experience care.

  38. Locked out: Digitally excluded people’s experiences of remote GP appointments

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    The move to more digitally-led healthcare has worked well for some but excluded others over the past year. Our report explores how people have been excluded and what needs to happen to get the care they need.

  39. Annual Report 2020-21

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    Welcome to our 2020-21 Annual Report. The last year has been unlike any other.

  40. COVID-19 vaccine round-up: access, attitudes and experiences

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    Thousands of people shared their experiences of the COVID-19 vaccine. Find out what you told us and how we made sure your views were heard.

  41. YiS Feedback Forum Report

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    YiS wanted to make sure that the services being offered to young people were aligned with what young people need and delivered in the way young people want.

  42. How can we manage hospital waiting lists caused by the pandemic?

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    NHS services across the UK have faced unprecedented pressures due to COVID.

  43. Read the latest e-alert from the HWMK team

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    Our latest e-alert contains all the latest Healthwatch Milton Keynes news, and information about local and national health and social care related issues.

  44. Managing your mental health as lockdown eases

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    The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing.

  45. #SpeakOuttoHelpOut: getting a GP appointment

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  46. "I really need to see a dentist but none are taking on new patients!"

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    Getting to see a dentist, both for routine and emergency treatment, is a real problem in Milton Keynes right now.

  47. NHS patients, staff and visitors must continue to wear face coverings in healthcare settings

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    Restrictions are lifting today, but if you're accessing or visiting healthcare settings across MK, or the rest of the UK, you must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules.