1. It's your NHS… Have your Say

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    Today we launch the “What Would You Do?” campaign to encourage everyone in Rutland to share their views about what changes to local NHS services should be made in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

  2. Public engagement on the NHS Long Term Plan

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    We are working with colleagues in Healthwatch Leicester/Leicestershire to deliver co-ordinated engagement with the public about the plan’s proposals.

  3. Staying fit and well in winter

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    It can be harder for older people to stay fit and well throughout the colder months.

  4. Next Steps to better care in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

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    NHS organisations in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) have published the Better Care Together ‘Next steps to better care in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland’.

  5. Useful links for carers

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    Useful links for carers in the local area

  6. It only takes a minute

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    It only takes a minute to complete our quick poll that asks how much you would like to be involved in planning your care when you are older.

  7. Healthwatch Rutland Annual Report 2018-2019

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    We experienced a lot of change in 2018-19, but were still busy working to ensure that the voices of all Rutland people were heard on the local delivery of health and social care. Read our annual report to find out what we achieved.

  8. Transfer of Care Task Group

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    This project ran from August 2016 to March 2017. The initial findings can be found in the report below:

  9. What can you expect when you’re discharged from hospital?

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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.

  10. Homecare Services

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    Find local Homecare Services and their contact details.

  11. Patient Transport Services

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    Find local Patient Transport services and their contact details.

  12. Sign up to the Citizens’ Panel and help improve local health services

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    People in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) are invited to sign up to a new online network to help shape the future of local NHS services

  13. Bereavement care and support following the death of someone who was important to you

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    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.

  14. Help the NHS to help you get the treatment you need

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    If you need medical help, the NHS is still here for you.

  15. Anglian Water Support

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    Within these uncertain times, many people are worrying about their finances. Anglian Water Support can help.

  16. Update on Covid-19 Vaccination Programme for Rutland

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    The Covid-19 vaccination programme in Rutland is planned to start on December 21st 2020, subject to delivery of the first batch of the vaccine.

  17. 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

  18. Admiral Nurse Service

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    Admiral Nurses give practical and emotional support to people with dementia as well as their families and carers.

  19. Summer 2022 Newsletter

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    Keep up to date with local news and Healthwatch Rutland updates for Summer 2022

  20. Does the childcare offer in Rutland meet your family's needs?

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    Rutland County Council has launched its latest Childcare Sufficiency Assessment.

  21. Our 2022-2023 Annual Report: Together we're making health and social care better

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    Our work over the past year has focused on ensuring that the public and patient voice is championed in the development of health and social care services to meet the needs of the Rutland community.

  22. Rutland Health and Wellbeing Board Annual Report

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    Progress made during the first year of the Rutland Health and Wellbeing Strategy and Place Plan is described in the Health and Wellbeing Board Annual Report.

  23. The Rutland Healthcare Support shop relocates to Barleythorpe

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    The Rutland Healthcare Support service was formed back in 2008 and is still running today with a team of dedicated volunteers. With a break in service due to relocating, the organisation has recently opened their doors again in their new premises in Barleythorpe. The new base for the Rutland Healthcare Support shop offers free parking and is easily accessible through automatic doors just off the car park. They offer a sales service as well as items to hire such as crutches, toilet aids and wheelchairs from £1 per day.

  24. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  25. Healthwatch Rutland Primary Care Survey - June 2017

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    This survey was planned as a joint collaboration between Healthwatch Rutland and East Leicestershire and Rutland Clinical Commissioning Group (ELRCCG). Both organisations were keen to know what Rutland people feel about primary care services.

  26. Changes to prescribing medicines available over-the-counter

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    The local NHS is calling for patients to find out more about changes to prescribing and to provide their views on the changes before they take place.

  27. Pharmacy Services

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    Find local Pharmacy Services and their contact details.

  28. Keep antibiotics working

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

  29. NHS Warning As Winter Vomiting Bug Closes 1,000 Hospital Beds

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    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.

  30. How can your pharmacy help you?

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    Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Take a look at how they can help you.

  31. Information on Coronavirus

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  32. Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT) patient involvement update

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    Leicester Partnership Trust (LPT) patient involvement update in response to changes due to coronavirus

  33. Report highlights how people’s experiences of health and social care services in Rutland differed from neighbouring Leicester and Leicestershire, during the Covid-19 lockdown

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    During the height of the Spring 2020 Coronavirus lockdown, between late April and early June, we were asking the public across Leicester Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) to tell us about their experiences of health and care support.

  34. Have your say on pharmacy services in Rutland

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    The three local Health and Wellbeing Boards are asking people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for their views on pharmacy services and how they can be improved

  35. Annual Report 2021-22: Championing what matters to you

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    Our work over the past year has focused on ensuring that the public and patient voice is heard as early and loudly as possible in the development and transformation of health and care services across Rutland.

  36. COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination update 31/10/22

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    The autumn COVID booster is now available to everyone aged 50+, as well as anyone aged 5+ who is at high risk due to a health condition or weakened immune system, or if they live with someone who has a weakened immune system.

  37. Know your options for healthcare this Easter weekend

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    The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is asking people to be prepared ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend 7 to 10 April

  38. December 2023 News and Updates

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    Please see below for the latest news and updates from Healthwatch Rutland.

  39. Pharmacy First: Get help for minor illness without a GP appointment

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    You can now get help for 7 common minor illnesses at your local pharmacy without a GP appointment