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The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.Advice and Information -
Citizens Advice are a local charity that helps over 8000 people in Milton Keynes every year. If you need to get in touch, or if you need to speak to someone, things have changed slightly.News -
Residents in Milton Keynes are set to benefit from quicker access to tests, checks and scans as two new CDCs are set to open in our area later this year.News -
A new system is in place for when your GP refers you to see any sort of specialist in a community or hospital-based service.News -
You may have heard of Kooth, or know someone who is currently using their digital wellbeing support services.News -
The Maple Centre has opened at Milton Keynes University Hospital. This new facility has been designed to deliver an integrated approach to same-day emergency care.News -
This anniversary marks 10 years of Healthwatch. To mark this milestone, we're celebrating the contribution that you have made in improving health and care services in Milton Keynes.Report -
We helped Milton Keynes City Council look into the problems that our residents are having getting to see a doctor and dentist.News -
There's a new prescription service in place for residents of Milton Keynes who currently have a stoma.Advice and Information -
There's a new health and wellbeing website for children and young people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.Advice and Information -
A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.News -
As soon as you find out you're pregnant, you can now start your antenatal care easily without booking a doctor's appointment.Report -
Hundreds of residents across Milton Keynes took part in our research exploring the problems people are having with GP access and support.News -
We're working with the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership on a project to improve how patients experience moving through different health and care services.News -
We're supporting the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership with a project to develop services in local neighbourhoods across Milton Keynes that help us to live a longer, healthier life.Advice and Information -
The cost-of-living crisis is putting many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some people can afford to pay. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.News -
Millions of eligible people will now be offered a COVID vaccine from 11 September, in line with the latest expert guidance on the new COVID variant.News -
The rule would act as an extra safeguard for patients or their loved ones who want a second opinion about treatment options, particularly in the event of a suspected deterioration or serious concern on the part of a patient on a hospital ward, or their family or carer.Advice and Information -
Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.News -
NHS patients who have been waiting the longest for treatment will be offered the opportunity to travel to a different hospital, if it means they could be seen sooner.Advice and Information -
With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.News -
From next month, women in England will be able to get their first prescription of the contraceptive pill at their local pharmacy.News -
New HWE research shows that in the past year, access to primary care is the main concern for patients across England.News -
As a direct result of your feedback, Milton Keynes City Council’s Housing Team have made changes to their policy on Social Housing Allocation.Advice and Information -
Many of us will need out-of-hours medical assistance, especially over the winter. Using NHS guidelines, we've put together some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
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Healthwatch England have set out recommendations for NHS decision makers across ten key areas, in their report, 'The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care'.News -
Our team will be taking a well-earned break over Christmas.News -
A new team at Milton Keynes University Hospital that combines professionals across health and social care, will now give residents increased support after a stay in hospital.Advice and Information -
We may be more connected than ever through our smartphones and digital tech, but loneliness and feelings of isolation are affecting children and young people.Advice and Information -
Here's how to get the care you need over Christmas and New Year.