News and reports

The NHS is calling on the public to heed advice and stay at home if they have norovirus to avoid passing it on, as hospitals in England have been forced to close more than 1,100 hospital beds over the last week.

Find out more about our volunteers and why being a young volunteer at Young Healthwatch Rutland is important to them.

Board Meeting papers for 10/12/2019

More than 1 in 100 people are autistic. This affects people in different ways, bringing strengths but also some challenges that can impact on how comfortable, healthy and happy people feel. Getting the right diagnosis and support is important.

Local GPs and Pharmacists are encouraging local people to make sure their prescribed antibiotics are working their best this winter. 

A total of 14 GP vacancies in local practices have been filled as a result of an international recruitment scheme that aims to reduce reliance on locum doctors.

Young Healthwatch Rutland is the voice for young people in Rutland on health and social care

Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for November 2019

After starting off in September 2018, Young Healthwatch Rutland has already been making an impact on health and care issues locally.

With the winter season just beginning, the NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is making it easier for people to find out how to treat minor illnesses themselves.

Inspire2tri provides a welcoming, safe and professional environment to develop confidence in movement, enable friendships and improve fitness in older and disability clients.

The Exercise Referral Scheme is a programme for adults (16+) with health conditions, who could benefit from increased physical activity.