1. New scheme to beat Type 2 diabetes launched this month

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    A new scheme is being launched in GP practices across Sheffield this month to help people with a high risk of Type 2 diabetes avoid developing the illness.

  2. SHSC launches Recognition and Achievement Awards

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    Have you recently received excellent care from one of SHSC’s services or do you know a staff member or team who is doing an outstanding job when providing care?

  3. Sustainability and Transformation Plan published

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    South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw, like all other health regions, is developing a Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP). 

  4. Council consultation on smoking control strategy

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    Sheffield City Council and other public health partners are currently reviewing the Tobacco Control Strategy for 2017-2022.

  5. Care or Crisis? A study of people’s experiences of care before and after a mental health crisis

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    After access to primary care, mental health is the most commonly mentioned issue we receive so Healthwatch Sheffield decided to carry out some independent research.

  6. Healthwatch’s Judy writes for Telegraph Health

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    Judy Robinson, Chair of Healthwatch Sheffield, is now a regular contributor to the Sheffield Telegraph’s Health page. Her first article was published today.

  7. Can you provide a patient/carer perspective on asthma?

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    We are looking for someone who has asthma or cares for someone with asthma to give their perspective on some work being carried out into how new technology can support the management of this condition.

  8. Consultation on developing NICE guidance and standards

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    NICE, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, wants to hear your views on its proposals to improve patient and public involvement.

  9. CCG Consultation deadline extended

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    Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has extended the deadline on two consultations.

  10. Have your say on ‘Care at Home’

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    If you or someone you know receives care in their own home, also known as domiciliary care, please take a few minutes to complete our short questionnaire.

  11. Cervical Cancer Prevention week

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    It’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (22-28 January 2017), a good opportunity to remind ladies of the importance of attending screening appointments.

  12. Interested in social care services?

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    If you are interested in the quality and future of social care services and have a bit of spare time, there’s a volunteering opportunity that might be perfect for you. The Council’s Monitoring Advisory Board is looking for lay members.

  13. VCF Health & Social Care Forum meeting on mental health

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    On 16 March, Healthwatch Sheffield is hosting its next Health and Social Care Forum for voluntary, community and faith groups in the city.

  14. NIHR seeks representatives for advisory panels

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    The National Institute for Health Research Central Commissioning Facility (NIHR CCF) is looking for members of the public to join its advisory panels.

  15. Help shape the future of health and care in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw

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    People living in Sheffield, Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Doncaster and Rotherham are being asked for their views on the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP).

  16. Test Bed Advisory Group news

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    On Wednesday 15th March, some members of the Sheffield City Region Test Bed Advisory Group (TAG ) visited the Yorkshire & Humber Digital Health & Wellbeing Ecosystem meeting in Wakefield.

  17. Join the Healthwatch Sheffield team

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    If you are interested in helping people to influence local health and social care, the perfect job could be waiting for you here at Healthwatch Sheffield.

  18. Disabled Access to Dental Services in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw

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    Today we publish our report investigating the experience of disabled people accessing dentists in Sheffield.

  19. Can you help the bladder cancer service improvement team?

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    The Urology Department at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital is looking for patients who have been diagnosed with bladder cancer in Sheffield to help them to improve their service.

  20. Care at Home: a summary of findings from our survey

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    We have published Care at Home: A summary of findings from our survey. This short briefing report looks at the the background to and findings from our work looking at care at home or domiciliary care as it is also known.

  21. Interested in shaping children’s healthcare in Sheffield?

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    People from across South Yorkshire are being invited to play a part in the future of children’s healthcare by nominating themselves as governors at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

  22. Consultation on prescriptions for gluten-free foods

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    Gluten-free (GF) foods have long been available on prescription for those with a gluten sensitivity since the availability of GF food was very limited. The Department of Health would welcome your views on their proposals for restricting these.

  23. Join Dementia Research

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    Do you or someone you know have dementia or memory problems? Are you interested in dementia?

  24. Have your say on hospital outpatient services

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    The team behind the Sustainability & Transformation Plan (STP) for South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw is holding a workshop later this month to explore what is and isn’t possible when it comes to providing outpatient services in our region.

  25. STP conversations – the view from people of South Yorkshire & Bassetlaw

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    In March and April, people living in Sheffield, Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Doncaster and Rotherham were asked for their views on the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) in a series of ‘STP Conversations’.

  26. VCF Forum March 2017 - 'Tell Theresa’, Sheffield’s plea to the PM on mental health

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    On 16 March 2017, Healthwatch Sheffield hosted a Health and Social Care Forum for voluntary, community and faith groups in the city.

  27. End of Life Care Strategy published by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

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    End of Life Care Strategy published by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals

  28. The Test Bed Advisory Board Newsletter Bulletin

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    Healthwatch Sheffield has been working as the engagement partner on the Sheffield City Region Test Bed project, one of seven national NHS Test Bed programmes.

  29. The Mental Health Support Survey

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    Mental Health is one of Healthwatch Sheffield’s priority areas this year, and in particular the mental health support needs of people in the community setting.

  30. Patient Experience in England Report

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    NHS strategies state that an understanding of patient experience is central to development of “person-centred” services.

  31. Patient Experience in England Report

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    NHS strategies state that an understanding of patient experience is central to development of “person-centred” services.

  32. Changes Planned for Urgent Primary Care in Sheffield

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    Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has revealed plans to open a new Urgent Treatment Centre at the Northern General and close both the Minor Injuries Unit at the Hallamshire Hospital and the Broad Lane Walk-in Centre near the city centre.

  33. Healthwatch Sheffield are Hiring

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    We are seeking a well organized and efficient Administrative Assistant to join the Healthwatch Sheffield team.

  34. Health and Care Working Together Event

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    The Health and Care Working Together Event, December 6th at The Source Meadowhall, will be looking at the Accountable Care System and the Hospital Services Review.

  35. #RealMe Arts Competition

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    We have launched our Arts Competition!

  36. #SpeakUp - grants available to help local voices be heard

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    Healthwatch Sheffield have launched #SpeakUp Grants aimed at local groups to enable them to run projects that help local people share their experiences of health and care services in Sheffield.

  37. Follow up from our ‘Not Equal: The experiences of Deaf people accessing health and social care in Sheffield’ report

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    On Tuesday 23rd January 2018, Healthwatch Sheffield’s Chief Officer, Margaret Kilner, appeared on BBC Radio Sheffield’s Breakfast Show to be interviewed by Toby Foster about our recent work.

  38. Not Equal: Our Next Workshops

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    Come to our workshops to hear health and social care professionals respond to recommendations raised in our report Not Equal: the experiences of Deaf people accessing health and social care services in Sheffield

  39. CQC Focus Group: How well does Health and Social Care work for older people?

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    Invitation to a focus group about how well health and social care works for older people

  40. ‘Tea and Tell’ – Your experiences of help with daily living

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    Have you, or the person you care for, had help with daily living (domiciliary/home care) in the last year? If so, Healthwatch Sheffield want to hear about your experiences.

  41. NHS Consultation: Conditions for which over the counter items should not routinely be prescribed in primary care

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    NHS England is launching a public consultation on reducing prescribing of over-the-counter medicines for 33 minor, short-term health concerns.

  42. Health and Care Together South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and Chesterfield Public Engagement Event

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    Want to contribute to the future of hospital services in South Yorkshire, Bassetlaw and Chesterfield?

  43. Consultation on Children’s NHS Short Breaks Services

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    Sheffield Clinical Commissioning Group are planning changes to NHS short breaks services (respite care) for children with complex neuro-disability, multiple and profound physical and learning disability and for children with life-limiting conditions.

  44. Help Set Our Priorities

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    This Spring we’re asking for your help to set our priorities for 2018-20. We’ve designed a survey to help us to paint a picture of where we should best focus our efforts over the next two years.

  45. Chair needed for new Strategic Advisory Group

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    This is an exciting voluntary opportunity to Chair and help shape a new Strategic Advisory Group for Healthwatch Sheffield.

  46. Our #SpeakUp Small Grants

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    We have announced the successful recipients of our first round of #SpeakUp grants, a scheme which helps voluntary and community groups to find out what local people think about their health and social care services.

  47. The University of Sheffield Street Triage Research Project

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    Rivka Smith, a PhD student from The University of Sheffield, is conducting a study to examine the delivery of Street Triage teams in England.

  48. Members needed for new Strategic Advisory Group

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    This is an exciting voluntary opportunity to be part of a new Strategic Advisory Group for Healthwatch Sheffield.

  49. Feature articles with Sheffield Flourish

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    Writer Rob Barnett visited us as part of Sheffield Flourish’s theme for May: Your Experiences of Mental Health Services.

  50. Mental Health Support in the Community

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    Healthwatch Sheffield has carried out a review of public experiences of mental health support outside of hospital.