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We're teaming up with Citizens Advice Sheffield to create monthly British Sign Language Vlogs. Our April issue focuses on the upcoming local elections, and provides an update on Covid-19 restrictions. -
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This is the second issue of our British Sign Language Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. May's edition includes finding support for your mental health, using Zoom, and seeing a dentist. -
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The June installment of our BSL Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month we learn about a SignLive update, Long Covid-19 symptoms, providing you've had your Covid-19 vaccine and more. -
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The August installment of our BSL Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month looks at the app Tap SOS to contact emergency services, the Short Breaks Scheme, and covid-19 vaccines -
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Do you live in Burngreave or the surrounding area? Do you have a child who has or may have special education needs or disabilities (SEND)? We'd like to invite you to our event on Tuesday 28th September -
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Burngreave Messenger is an independent community-based newspaper which is delivered free to over 9000 households in the Burngreave Ward of Sheffield. -
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Pitsmoor Adventure Playground offers play opportunities to support children and young people to improve their health and wellbeing, to learn new life skills and to become active citizens. -
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The October instalment of our BSL Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month looks at BSL mental health support, supporting refugees, and Covid-19 updates -
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The new Integrated Care System (ICS) is a change to how health and care decisions will be made in our area. Read the statement from local Healthwatch in South Yorkshire about how we'll be working as part of this new system. -
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The July instalment of our BSL Vlog, in partnership with Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month we learn about support available in relation to the cost of living crisis, the CQC and Sheffield's new Health centre proposals. -
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Healthwatch Sheffield and Voluntary Action Sheffield want to find out about people’s experiences of Long Covid, and the current support offer in in our City. This joint work will help inform what care and support will be like in the future. -
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A public consultation over plans to invest millions in building new GP health centres launches on 1 August 2022.
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The October installment of the BSL Vlog, by Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month we learn about changes to Royal Mail stamps, Covid boosters and flu jabs, information relating to scams and the Government's cost of living payment. -
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in September - including patient experiences of hospital care, challenges accessing GP appointments and NHS dentistry.
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in October- including experiences of flu and Covid 19 booster vaccinations, GP access, hospital care, NHS dentistry and people's opinions related to the proposed new healthcare centres.
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The November installment of the BSL Vlog, by Citizens Advice Sheffield. This month we learn about wills, warm home discount scheme, money saving advice and energy and cost of living payments. -
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Members of the public tell us regularly that they struggle to contact their GP practice by phone. However, GP practice websites don't always support people to use online services instead. -
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Last year we wrote about the proposals to build new primary care buildings in the city, which existing GP practices would move into. After a public consultation, some decisions have been made. -
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The March installment of the BSL Vlog, by Citizens Advice Sheffield. This Vlog focuses on Long Covid, DAS- Disability Advice Service as well as cost of living and cold weather payments. -
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We're launching the next round of our #SpeakUp small grants scheme. Could you apply for a grant of £2000, and help to shine a light on the health and social care issues that matter to the people you work with? -
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The latest #SpeakUp report explores the barriers to accessing sexual health services and information for homeless young people. Read more about what Sheffield Foyer found out. -
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Sheffield Foyer used their #SpeakUp funding to speak with homeless young people aged 16-25 about sexual health - knowledge and information about sexual health, access to sexual health screenings, and more. Read about what they found out. -
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in April 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and insights from the Community Champions. -
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Today is What Matters To You day - a campaign encouraging more meaningful conversations within the health and care system and beyond. We're sharing what people told us matters to them. -
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in May 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and mental health services. -
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in June 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care and mental health services. -
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Working in partnership with Sheffield Citizens Advice, we have put together some information about the support available to help with different health costs. -
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Many of you have told us that you have experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register. -
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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 out of your GP appointment. -
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How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.
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The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular, clear and accessible updates to help you plan your next steps while you wait. -
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From 1 July 2022, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can legally certify and issue a statement of fitness for work, or informally known as a ‘fit note'. -
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The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular and accessible updates while you wait. -
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As we enter Flu season it's important you know what the symptoms of flu are, and what the flu vaccine is, so you can make informed decisions about your health. -
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In 2023, Healthwatch turned 10 years old. That’s 10 years of working to improve health and social care for people in Sheffield. -
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14th November is World Diabetes Day. To mark it, our volunteer Brenda has shared her experiences of Diabetes, and the importance of research and development to support other patients. -
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Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed. -
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With more and more appointments happening online, here are some practical tips on how to get the most out of virtual health and care appointments. -
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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 for and what support is available. -
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Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.
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The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital. -
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women. -
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These are the key things we've been hearing about in October and November 2023 including GP feedback, hospital care, and issues with prescriptions. -
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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 these screenings are important. -
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From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it. -
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NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you. -
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Saalik Youth Project used their #SpeakUp grant to run sessions with their boys and girls groups. They told us what makes healthcare harder to access for young people - and the mixed role the internet plays in health and wellbeing. -
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Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.
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The NHS has launched a major transformation to try and make it easier for patients to access the care they need. -
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In February 2024, we ran a children and young people's art project where people aged 18 and under could submit drawings, paintings and collages to show us what is important to them. Take a look at the pictures, and find out what matters to young people in Sheffield.