1. COVID-19: We’re here to help during this difficult time

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    Our job at Healthwatch is simple. We’re here to help make health and social care work better for you. During this challenging time this role has never been more important.

  2. COVID-19: How do I get to my essential appointment?

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    People have been asking us about Patient Transport and getting to their essential appointments during lockdown. We've worked with local NHS trusts to find the answers for you.

  3. COVID-19 enquiry summary 24th April 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people. It includes difficulties accessing patient transport, experiences of cancer patients, and people's struggle with confusing information.

  4. COVID-19 enquiry summary 1st May 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people in the week commencing 27th April 2020. It includes bereavement services, mental health crisis care, and concerns from people with learning disabilities

  5. COVID-19 enquiry summary 29th May 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from the two weeks commencing 18th and 25th May. It includes feedback on primary care (GPs, pharmacies, dentists), & changes to lockdown restrictions

  6. COVID-19 enquiry summary 12th June 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from the two weeks commencing 1st and 8th June. It includes issues accessing dentistry, advice on face coverings, and long term mental health concerns

  7. COVID-19 enquiry summary 10th July 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from 15th June - 10th July. It includes the impact of long term isolation, and the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on people from BAME backgrounds

  8. COVID-19 enquiry summary 30th July 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from 13th-30th July. It includes new face covering regulations, confusion around direct payments, and communication with mental health services.

  9. COVID-19 enquiry summary 21st August 2020

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    This briefing sets out the key issues we're hearing about COVID-19 and its impact on local people, from 31st July - 21st August. It includes queries about podiatry, mental health respite, face coverings, the impact of delayed treatment, and more.

  10. What impact has Covid-19 had on health and social care in Sheffield?

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    We've published our latest report, revealing what it's been like for local people accessing health and social care services during the pandemic. Take a closer look at what the impact of the pandemic has been on people in Sheffield.