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Midland Met Hospital changes to services - Punjabi
The Midland Metropolitan University Hospital opened on 6 October. On the same day Sandwell Hospital's accident and emergency department closed.
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Are you Punjabi speaking and need information and advice on this?
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Cervical Screening My Way - Women in England ask for at home screening kits
A self-testing kit, which detects human papillomavirus (HPV), a group of viruses that can lead to cervical cancer, helps women carry out cervical screening in the privacy and convenience of their own homes. HPV home kits are currently available to buy at…
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New five-year Healthwatch Sandwell contract awarded to ECS
SANDWELL Metropolitan Borough Council has awarded the new Healthwatch Sandwell contract to existing provider Engaging Communities Solutions Community Interest Company.
This means ECS (Engaging Communities Solutions) will continue to deliver the…
This means ECS (Engaging Communities Solutions) will continue to deliver the…
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Are you getting the eye care you need
People of South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean backgrounds are at a higher risk of developing certain eye conditions, and almost half of those with sight loss are from households with low incomes.
We are trying to gather as many experiences…
We are trying to gather as many experiences…
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Come and see us!
Come along and talk to Melissa at one of the locations shown below! We want to listen to your patient experiences. We can also offer information, advice and support.
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Community Chats
Come and say hello to Leanne and Melissa who are offering advice, information and signposting the second Thursday of every month! Leanne and Melissa are also hear to listen to your Health and Social Care experiences.
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What's New Near You - November 24
What's New Near You. Take a look at local activities, groups and events.
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What's New Near You - November 24
What's New Near You - November. Here is an update of local events, activities and groups in Sandwell, Oldbury, Smethwick and surrounding areas!
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Bereavement Support in the Black Country
Edward’s Trust is a specialist bereavement charity based in Birmingham, providing counselling and holistic support to families in the West Midlands.…
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Latest reports and publication
Spotlight on NHS Youth Worker pilot project
Healthwatch Sandwell collaborated with the NHS Youth Worker Team Manager in Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust to create a report to spotlight a youth worker pilot project for young people with long term conditions. The short funding timelines for the pilot project were highlighted alongside the impacts. The spotlight report called for consideration of extension and time and funding for the pilot project work.
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September Independent Strategic Advisory Board Meeting
Join us at our next Independent Strategic Advisory Board meeting. All meeting details can be found below.
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