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Spreading the word at summer festivals: Mela and Pride 2024
This summer Healthwatch Newcastle and Healthwatch Gateshead attended Newcastle Mela, Pride in the City and…
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Share your views on the North East Ambulance Service
While people think about the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) as ambulances responding to 999 calls,…
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July 2024 Committee Meeting - Healthwatch Newcastle
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May 2024 Committee Meeting - Healthwatch Newcastle
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Advice and information
5 Million People living with Diabetes in the UK
In a groundbreaking revelation, the latest report from Diabetes UK has sent shockwaves through the nation's healthcare landscape. The number of…
How to get the most out of your GP appointment
Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP…
What is menopause and what are the signs?
With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out…
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