1. Get involved with our project on digital exclusion

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    If you’re a member of one of the groups at greater risk of digital exclusion, or know someone else who is, we want to hear your experiences.

  2. Have you used continence services in the Wigan Borough?

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    Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh wants to hear about people’s experience of using continence services in the Wigan Borough and we want to hear from you.

  3. Avoiding falls - elderly fall prevention

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    Falling as we get older is quite common, and although most falls don't cause serious injury they can leave us feeling quite distressed. The good news is there are lots of things you can do to stay steady on your feet.

  4. How do I get a social care needs assessment?

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    If you need social care, whether that's home adaptations or a care home, a care needs assessment is the first step.

  5. Changing a trans person's name and gender marker on NHS systems

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    Patients may request to change gender on their patient record at any time and do not need to have undergone any form of gender reassignment treatment in order to do so.

  6. Difficulties accessing NHS Dental Services in Greater Manchester: a joint report

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    During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told their local Healthwatch that they were experiencing difficulties accessing NHS dental services.

  7. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share you views

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    Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

  8. What to expect when waiting for care

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    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

  9. Experiences of Using NHS 111 Snapshot Survey

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    An engagement outcome report on people's experiences of using NHS 111 from the Wigan Borough CCG.

  10. World Menopause Day - Bone Health

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    Monday 18th October 2021 marks World Menopause, a day that raises awareness of the menopause, and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. This year's theme is bone health.

  11. Movember - Men's Health Awareness Month!

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    The three biggest issues facing men are mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. This Movember is a time to know the facts about men's health and create services that work for men.