NHS 111 now offers mental health crisis support 24/7
Millions of patients experiencing a mental health crisis can now benefit from support through 111 , the NHS has announced today. The...
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- Jul 19
NHS affected by global internet outage
An NHS spokesperson said : “The NHS is aware of a global IT outage and an issue with EMIS, an appointment and patient record system,...
- Jul 1
July 2024: Help, I need an NHS dentist!
Residents across Wokingham Borough and communities across England have made it clear that NHS dentistry needs to be fixed – so it’s...
- May 21
Pharmacy opening hours and NHS support this bank holiday weekend
Another May bank holiday is nearly upon us which means some GP surgeries and pharmacies will be closed, and the opening hours of other...
- May 3
Pharmacy opening hours: 6th May Bank Holiday
There is just one pharmacy open across the borough this coming Bank Holiday Monday. The details are correct at the time of publishing but...
- May 1
NHS prescriptions rise to nearly £10
Today the cost of an NHS prescription will increase to nearly £10, rising from £9.65 to £9.90 per item in England. A 12-month...
- Apr 15
Spring 2024 Covid vaccination programme launches
For some, particularly older people and those with a weakened immune system, COVID-19 can still be very dangerous and even...
- Apr 4
Learn more about the measles as cases rise across the UK
Measles cases have risen across the UK. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe. What is...
- Apr 2
What is Pharmacy First and how can it help me?
The new Pharmacy First scheme enables local pharmacies across Wokingham Borough to treat some common conditions with prescription-only...
- Mar 13
ADHD and autism: Tackling the long wait for support
Long wait times for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) support can have a severe impact on individuals. Our...
- Feb 19
Catch up on our February Advisory Group meeting; recording now available
If you missed our Advisory Group meeting in public at the start of February, you can now listen to the replay and view the presentation,...
- Feb 14
Healthwatch Connect - advice and support coffee morning launches
We’re delighted to be hosting our very first coffee morning for all residents across the borough next Tuesday. It’s your chance to pop by...
- Jan 31
Today pharmacies begin to treat people for 7 common conditions
From today patients across Wokingham Borough will be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at high street pharmacies across...
- Jan 15
Local healthcare information available in different languages
Here at Healthwatch Wokingham Borough we want everyone living and working in the borough to get the health services they need. Most...
- Jan 9
What to expect from your cervical screening/smear test
Cervical cancer screenings save at least 2,000 lives every year in the UK. Here's what you should expect from your smear test and why...
- Dec 19, 2023
How can I access my GP records?
From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in...
- Dec 11, 2023
Local pharmacy Christmas opening hours
The Christmas holiday is nearly upon us, and we'd like to remind everyone to make sure their medicine cabinets are stocked up, and repeat...
- Dec 1, 2023
Online bookings for winter jabs close in two weeks
With just two weeks until online bookings for COVID and flu vaccines close, the NHS is urging anyone still eligible for these vaccines to...
- Nov 23, 2023
What support can I get as a carer?
Many people who provide unpaid care across Wokingham Borough and beyond are unaware of their rights so we've put together information...
- Nov 17, 2023
Get the contraceptive pill free at your local pharmacy from December!
Women across Wokingham Borough will be able to get a first prescription of the contraceptive pill and repeat orders without having to see...
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