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Over 1500 people shared their views and experiences of cervical cancer screening. 200 cancer champions have been recruited and we have made recommendations on information, accessibilty, language and literature. The full report will be available soon! -
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Our volunteer Rosie Adamson-Clark talks about what shielding is really like - this is her story -
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Why not join our board of trustees to help shape the work of Healthwatch Bolton? -
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Join our Enter and View Team (Authorised Representative) -
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We ran a survey to find out how people were managing during lockdown. COVID-19 has affected everyone differently and we hoped to gain some insights into how people managed and what helped them cope. -
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We carried out a survey of the public to find out what has affected people most during lockdown. We highlight what has had the biggest impact but also what has helped you stay mentally and physically healthy. -
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Public Health, Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Bolton NHS have put together a booklet to support you with advice on looking after your mental health and accessing services during lockdown and has plenty of tips on beating anxiety. -
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Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our survey telling us how Covid 19 has been affecting your health and wellbeing. You also told us about some of the great things you have been doing that keeps you well. -
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We are looking to find out how the crisis is affecting people's day to day lives and how they are managing to cope through COVID-19. -
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Read our annual report for this year - detailing what we have been up to and how we have been making a difference in our community -
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Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) date has been announced as 19th August at 11am using Zoom video conferencing technology. -
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As a community engagement volunteer you will be involved in lots of interesting and varied work. Helping support our staff at outreach events, meetings, open days etc. You will also assist in publicity and promotion of Healthwatch Bolton -
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We spoke to Caroline*, 64, about her experience as a 'shielder' during the pandemic. Read her story. -
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In these difficult times during the Covid 19 pandemic, we wanted to find out people’s views on coronavirus testing, the NHS Test and Trace service, being asked to self-isolate and about any COVID apps people may be using. -
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Take a look a these tips and advice for how to get the support you need for your mental health. Want to find out more? Get in touch. -
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Governance - Here is our Decision Making Policy. It explains our governance structure, our scheme of delegations and our arrangements for relevant decisions as described in the statutory arrangements for Local Healthwatch -
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Governance - Complaints Policy -
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A cancer support centre is continuing to help people living with cancer across Bolton during the latest lockdown by providing vital telephone and virtual support. -
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People who are most at risk from the complications of flu are recommended to get a flu vaccine every year. This winter it is especially important with flu and coronavirus (COVID-19) both in circulation. Download the flyer for further information -
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Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership have released health and care information during the lock down period -
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The report, Discharge to Assess: 590 people’s stories, explores the impact the new processes have had since their introduction in March to help manage the sudden rise in COVID-19 patients. -
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Together with the national report - People's Experiences of Hospital Discharge during Covid 19, there are also some local findings from staff interviews in Bolton