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We're Hiring - Young Persons Engagement Officer

Do you have experience of working with children and young people and do you understand the challenges they face? Are you passionate about empowering young people to have their voices heard?

29 September 2021

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Our Annual Report 2020-2021

Throughout 2020-2021, we engaged with 2,872 people across the Wigan Borough regarding their experiences with health and social care. This report highlights our activities within 2020-2021.

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Tell us what your health and care priorities are for 2021-22

We want to know what YOU think Healthwatch should be focusing on over the next 12 months and why.

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Frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine

Both the Pfizer/BioNTech and Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Both vaccines have been shown to be safe and offer high levels of protection. Here are some answers to your frequently asked questions...

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Coronavirus - Debra’s Story

What can we learn from those forced to self-isolate because of a long term health condition or disability? Debra Baxter, a volunteer at Healthwatch shares her experience of this during the Coronavirus pandemic.

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What is the NHS COVID-19 contact tracing app?

The NHS has started testing a coronavirus (COVID-19) contact-tracing app. Find out what we know so far and the issues the public might raise with local Healthwatch.

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Recovery of NHS dental care too slow to help thousands left in pain

Lack of access to NHS dentistry has intensified as an issue for people over the last 18 months - issue decision-makers must react to now, to protect our health.

14 December 2021

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Men's Health Drop-In!

On Thursday 25th November, we'll be heading to Wigan and Leigh Carer's Centre to have a chat about men's health for Movember!

22 November 2021

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Learn about pancreatic cancer

10,000 people in the UK are newly diagnosed with pancreatic cancer each year - yet few people can name the symptoms. Find out what they are, and what to do if you're concerned about pancreatic cancer.

19 November 2021

Latest reports and publications

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Healthwatch Quarter 3 report - October to December 2021

12 January 2022

This edition of Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh's quarter 3...

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Experiences of Using NHS 111 Snapshot Survey

24 September 2021

An engagement outcome report on people's experiences of using...

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

During the COVID pandemic people across Greater Manchester have told...

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Our Annual Report 2020-2021

Throughout 2020-2021, we engaged with 2,872 people across the Wigan...