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November 2024 Committee Meeting - Healthwatch Newcastle
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September 2024 Committee Meeting - Healthwatch Newcastle
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Advice and information

Getting a second opinion about your care
A second opinion is when you choose to request the expertise of another healthcare professional after you've been given a diagnosis or treatment…

What should I do if my GP removes me from their list?
GP practices very rarely remove patients from their list. If you are removed from a GP practice, you may need to register with a new one.

Where can I get help for health out of hours?
People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go…
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