1. Age UK Milton Keynes

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    Age UK Milton Keynes works with and for older people to make a real and positive difference that contributes to their wellbeing and quality of life.

  2. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

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    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  3. Healthwatch Milton Keynes Annual Report 2019-20

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    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.

  4. Healthwatch Milton Keynes Annual Report 2019-20

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    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.

  5. 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?

  6. 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)

  7. New patient info leaflets for NHS services in Milton Keynes

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    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.

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

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

  9. Your self-care toolkit this Autumn/Winter

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    As the nights begin to draw in and seasonal colds and flu increase, the NHS are providing information on how treat certain illness and ailments from the comfort of your own home.

  10. Practical advice if you're caring for a loved one with dementia

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    We often hear from people who are trying to access the right care and support for their loved one who is living with dementia.

  11. Changes to social care: what does it mean for me?

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    Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and what it means for future care.

  12. Adult care home restrictions ease from 31 January

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    Government eases social care restrictions after success of booster jab roll out.

  13. More than half of people with chronic and long-term conditions not asked to feed back about their care

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    Latest findings from Healthwatch England show that people with chronic and long-term health conditions often miss out on giving their feedback about care.

  14. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

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    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  15. Group A strep: what you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Group A streptococcus (GAS) has been in the news recently. But what is it - and should we be worried?

  16. Looking after your health during the Cost of Living crisis.

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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.

  17. Accessing health and care services when you live alone

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    We explore the three main challenges people face accessing health and care services when they live alone with limited or no support.

  18. What is Social Prescribing?

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    Around one in five GP visits are for non-medical problems. Many things that affect our health can’t be treated by doctors or medicine alone. This includes loneliness, money problems, housing, education or employment status. NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

  19. Safer medication records for at-home patients

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    We’re collaborating with local partners to reduce the risk of medication errors for patients receiving at-home care from family or official carers.

  20. What is an NHS and Care Volunteer Responder, and how can I access this service?

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    Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery?

  21. Report on Brook Milton Keynes

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    This report contains feedback from young people about services provided by Brook Milton Keynes.

  22. Talkback

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    Talkback work for and with young people with a disability.

  23. LGBTQ+ Health Inequalities and Access to Treatment

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    This report highlights the health inequalities experienced by people when health professionals are unsure how to provide treatment or clinical advice to people with  specific needs,  which may be outside the experience of that professional.

  24. Our response to CQC's State of Care report for 2018/19

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    Care Quality Commission's report today shows 'perfect storm' brewing for people using mental health and learning disability services.

  25. Pardon? A short film about hearing impairment

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    ‘Pardon?’ is a 12 minute film that pulls ideas from students across a dozen mainstream secondary schools in Milton Keynes.

  26. Listen to us: Young people’s experiences of Health and Social care

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    Between September 2019 and January 2020, Healthwatch Milton Keynes engaged with a total of 604 young people between the ages of 10 and 21.

  27. 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.

  28. 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.

  29. 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

  30. 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.

  31. 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.

  32. 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.

  33. 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.

  34. Non-UK nationals are entitled to free COVID vaccines at walk in clinics

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    We have heard reports that some overseas people have been refused the vaccination at walk in centres in Milton Keynes.

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

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    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.

  36. 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.

  37. What should happen when you're diagnosed with dementia

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    Being diagnosed with dementia can be a big shock, and it can be hard to know what to do next. Take a look at our guide to find out what support you should receive.

  38. People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment

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    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.

  39. Have your say on IVF options and gluten-free prescribing in Milton Keynes

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    Our local clinical commissioning group (CCG) have merged with those in Luton and Bedfordshire. This will mean changes to some services.

  40. Accessible information from NHS services: what you should expect

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    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  41. Vaginal HRT could be available without prescription

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    Millions of women in the UK go through the menopause each year, with the majority experiencing 'symptoms that can be severe and have a negative impact on everyday life'.

  42. 'I am different, not less.' Experiences of CAMHS and mental health support for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in Milton Keynes

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    We joined forces with Parents and Carers Alliance MK (PACA MK) to investigate the experiences of families using CAMHS and Mental Health support for children and young people with autism and special educational needs.

  43. Mental health difficulties in children and young people: a toolkit for parents

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    No parent wants to see their child suffer. Like their physical health, our children’s mental health can change over time, and any child or young person can experience mental health difficulties.

  44. Your Care, Your Way: healthcare information that works for you

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    Everyone should be given healthcare information in the way they need it. Clear, understandable information is important to help you make decisions about your health and care and get the most out of services.

  45. Your Care, Your Way: get involved in our campaign

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    So you can take part in our campaign Your Care, Your Way, we have created our survey in several alternative formats, including Easy Read.