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October is Black History Month
We like to share health information and health and social care-related awareness events, so why is Black History Month so relevant to Healthwatch Newcastle and Gateshead?
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Healthwatch Newcastle and Gateshead October Newsletter
October is going to be a busy month in the Healthwatch Newcastle and Gateshead office, as we’re planning more outreach, engagement, and activities than ever before… we’re out and about at a few events this month so come and meet the team!
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It's National Inclusion Week!
It's National Inclusion Week... but what does inclusion mean? It means making a deliberate effort to create bridges, not barriers, to opportunities for all different kinds of people. It means demonstrating that people of all backgrounds are valued and valuable.
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Organ Donation Week 26 September – 2 October
It’s Organ Donation Week, and NHS Blood and Transplant services want to get people talking about organ donation.
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National Eye Health Week - child health
National Eye Health Week: it’s time to improve the nation’s eyesight.
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International Week of Deaf People
Did you know that there are more than 200 different sign languages in use around the globe? With more than 70 million deaf people worldwide, it’s important to be aware of this accessible, expressive form of communication.
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Recovering from COVID-19
Your COVID Recovery is an NHS website that helps you to understand the illnesses and what you might expect as part of your recovery.
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Let's talk about Parkway Medical Centre
Are you a patient at Parkway Medical Group in Chapel House, Newcastle?
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Calling all carers! Complete our survey
We’ve teamed up with Newcastle Carers to hear your experiences of caring for someone during the COVID19 pandemic and understand what services you would like in the future.
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Welcome to our new Young Volunteers!
Healthwatch Newcastle welcomes our newest recruits and volunteers
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GP referrals – what is a referral?
When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.
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