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New resources for people with learning disabilities and/or autism
If you have a learning disability or are autistic, or care for someone is, you can complete a ‘Grab and Go guide’ ready to give information to doctors and nurses if you need to go to hospital because of Covid-19 in the future.
20 May 2020
Advice and Information
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Unpaid carers in the news
Find out local news and coronavirus guidance for and about unpaid carers
7 May 2020
News
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Looking after yourself during quarantine - Young Healthwatch
Worries about Coronavirus (COVID-19) are common, a lot of people are worried about staying at home and avoiding seeing people outside their household.
6 May 2020
Advice and Information
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Cancer and coronavirus
If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.
4 May 2020
Advice and Information
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Update on accessing Dental Services in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR)
In line with national guidance issued in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, dental practices in LLR are currently closed for routine “face to face” dental appointments.
4 May 2020
News
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Help the NHS to help you get the treatment you need
If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you.
30 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Share your experience of health and social care services during the Covid-19 pandemic
Since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, a number of temporary changes have been made to health care services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, in order to delay the spread of the virus.
30 April 2020
News
Mental health and COVID-19
Isolation and social distancing is very difficult for everybody, especially for those with existing mental health conditions. It can be a struggle for anyone to cope with isolation and the immense changes to our way of life.
27 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Local NHS assures patients health services are open and accessible
The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is urging patients to continue accessing health services for symptoms and conditions requiring medical care.
21 April 2020
News
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Bereavement care and support following the death of someone who was important to you
The processes that follow the death of a loved one may be different during the coronavirus pandemic, so you can find here some links to advice that will help to guide you through the process and what you need to do, after the death.
20 April 2020
Advice and Information
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Continue to seek medical help for serious conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, but you should still seek help if you have a serious health condition or concerning symptoms.
15 April 2020
Advice and Information
Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT) patient involvement update
Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT) patient involvement update in response to changes due to coronavirus
15 April 2020
News