1. COVID-19 vaccination programme update

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    Rutland’s COVID-19 vaccination programme commenced in December 2020 and is focused currently on priority group 1 of over 80’s, care home residents and workers, and some NHS frontline staff.

  2. New Year’s Honour for Jacqui Darlington

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    We were thrilled to receive some good news at the very start of 2021! Jacqui Darlington, our Vice Chair was awarded a British Empire Medal in the New Year’s Honours list, for services to the community in Rutland.

  3. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination programme update

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    Rutland Health PCN has announced that the first COVID-19 vaccination has been given to 89.6% of the 2753 patients aged over 80 in Rutland.

  4. An important message from your local NHS regarding coronavirus

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    "Your local NHS is currently under immense pressure from the impact of Covid-19."

  5. Hiring: Healthwatch Rutland Community Engagement Officer

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    We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our team to lead on the development of our volunteer base and to facilitate engagement and involvement of local people in our work.

  6. Eligible patients invited to book COVID-19 vaccine this week at Leicester hubs

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    If you are 70 years+ or Clinically Extremely Vulnerable with a shielding letter from the Government, you can book your vaccine at a Leicester hub

  7. January 2021 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for January 2021

  8. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination programme update - 1 Feb 2021

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    This week the vaccination of housebound patients in Rutland aged over 70 is underway.

  9. COVID-19 vaccination available for limited period for priority groups at Leicester hospital sites

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    People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland who are currently a priority for COVID-19 vaccines are being invited to book a vaccination at one of three hospitals sites.

  10. Mobile breast screening unit returns to Rutland

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    We can now confirm that the mobile unit returned to Oakham last week, and began breast screening on 28 January

  11. Melodies for mums

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    With few face-to-face mum and baby groups running right now, and women more isolated than ever due to COVID-19, there has never been a better time to offer support for new mums.

  12. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination programme update – 9/2/21

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    It’s fantastic news that Rutland Health Primary Care Network (PCN) has now administered the first COVID-19 vaccination to 8125 patients.

  13. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination programme update 17/2/21

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    Rutland Health Primary Care Network (PCN) is in the process of offering vaccination appointments to priority group 5 (people aged 65 to 69), and priority group 6 (vulnerable patients and carers).

  14. Building back better for carers

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    For a brave and honest view from an unpaid carer, about how the coronavirus crisis has affected carers in Rutland, tune into Jacqui Darlington’s livestreamed chat with James Townsend from Mobilise Care

  15. COVID-19 rapid testing centre opens in Rutland

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    The new COVID-19 rapid testing centre located at Oakham Enterprise Park is now open and offers regular tests to people who are unable to work from home and have no COVID symptoms.

  16. February 2021 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for February 2021

  17. COVID-19 vaccination progress

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    Latest updates on COVID-19 vaccination progress

  18. Age UK newsletter

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    Age UK Leicestershire and Rutland works throughout Rutland with people over 50 and their carers, providing support, information and activities

  19. Board Meeting papers - 09/03/2021

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    Papers for the Healthwatch Rutland Board meeting in public 09 March 2021 from 18.30 – 20.30pm held via virtual Zoom meeting.

  20. Healthwatch Rutland Board meeting - 09/03/2021

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  21. Healthwatch Rutland Board meeting - 08/06/2021

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  22. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination programme update – 8/3/21

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    The Rutland Health Primary Care Network (PCN) has now administered the first COVID-19 vaccination to over 13000 people.

  23. What can your NHS dentist do for you? - Guidance from NHS England

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    NHS England and NHS Improvement has produced this national guidance leaflet to help explain how NHS dental services work

  24. Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    Type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed. Find out how to access the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme

  25. Update on access to NHS Dental Services in the Midlands - March 2021

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    The NHS England Midlands Dental Commissioning Team have sent us a new update about access to dental services in the region.

  26. March 2021 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for March 2021

  27. Rutland COVID-19 vaccination plan update 31/3/21

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    Local update on Rutland's COVID-19 vaccination programme

  28. Health services over the Easter weekend

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    The NHS is here for you over Easter if you need it

  29. Your opportunity to influence health and care services in Rutland: What matters to you?

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    A message from Dr Janet Underwood the Chair of Healthwatch Rutland

  30. What matters to you?

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    Our project What matters to you? is asking how you want to take control of your own health and wellbeing and help you to live a healthier life

  31. New mental health and wellbeing service for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    The provision of local mental health services has been strengthened by making it easier to access mental health support.

  32. Do you know anyone who could benefit from a GP Access card?

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    Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.

  33. Second dose of the life-saving COVID-19 vaccination is vital for maximum protection

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    If you have had the first part of your life-saving COVID-19 vaccination, it’s absolutely vital that you take up the offer of the second part.

  34. April 2021 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for April 2021

  35. Access to appointments at Oakham Medical Practice

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    We are aware that some patients have had difficulties accessing appointments at Oakham Medical Practice (OMP) in recent months.

  36. Lets Talk.. Healthwatch in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland launch a joint programme of community engagement

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    Working together with Healthwatch Leicester and Leicestershire, Healthwatch Rutland will be running a series of themed community focus groups to identify the impact of changes introduced across health and social care, in response to the pandemic.

  37. Dementia Action Week: Understanding the needs of younger people.

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  38. Step 3 on the government’s ‘roadmap’ back to freedom comes into effect as of 17 May

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    England will take Step 3 on the four-step ‘roadmap’ out of lockdown, with further freedoms legally allowed.

  39. ‘Step up to Great’ Mental Health services in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    The NHS is urging the public to have their say on plans to improve the way adult mental health care is delivered across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR).

  40. Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for a radical rethink of NHS dentistry

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    Healthwatch England warns dental care crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care between January and March 2021.

  41. Arthritis Action Online Group - 28 May

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  42. Arthritis Action Online Group - 14 June

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  43. Arthritis Action Online Group - 15 June

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  44. May 2021 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for May 2021

  45. Board Meeting papers - 08/06/2021

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    Papers for the Healthwatch Rutland Board meeting in public 08 June 2021 from 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Virtual Zoom meeting.

  46. Let's Talk

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    Find out more about our joint project with Healthwatch Leicester and Leicestershire

  47. Let's Talk...come and have your say on accessing appointments at GP practices in Rutland

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    As part of our new 'Lets Talk' joint project with Leicester and Leicestershire Healthwatch we will be having our first conversation around accessing appointments at GP practices in Rutland.

  48. Stakeholder NHS dentistry and Covid-19 update - June 2021

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    We are aware that people are finding it difficult to access NHS dental treatment and we are discussing the issues with NHS England. The NHS England Midlands Dental Commissioning Team have sent us the following new update.

  49. Leicester’s acute hospitals and maternity services plans approved by Commissioners

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    The plans to reconfigure Leicester’s acute hospitals and maternity services were approved by the Governing Bodies of Leicester’s Clinical Commissioning Groups, at an extraordinary meeting on 8 June 2021.

  50. Help plan GP services by sharing your views

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    The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is asking local residents to share their views and experiences of services provided at local GP practices and health centres by taking part in an online survey.