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Hospital discharge project

Find out how you can get involved with our work on hospital discharge experiences during COVID-19.

14 September 2020

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Local lockdown restriction update & COVID-19 bulletin

After Greater Manchester leaders urged the government to review the regional Covid-19 restrictions, on 20th August, Wigan Borough was removed from the local lockdown and residents will now need to follow national rules.

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How creating a routine can support your mental health during lockdown

Healthwatch England have published five different people's accounts on how COVID-19 has affected their lives, routine, and mental health. We've included links to where you can get advice and information too.

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New COVID-19 restrictions affecting Wigan & Leigh

An outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been identified in parts of Greater Manchester, East Lancashire, and West Yorkshire. The government and relevant local authorities are acting together to control the spread of the...

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Have you left hospital during COVID-19? Tell us your experience

To respond to coronavirus, hospitals in Wigan & Leigh had to quickly change. Tell us how this has affected the care you or your loved one has received.

If you’ve been receiving care in hospital there can be lots to think about when you’re getting ready to leave, such as any support you will need to...

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Because We All Care

Give feedback on health and social care services to support the NHS #BecauseWeAllCare

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Care home experiences during COVID-19 project

Have you or a loved one been living in a Wigan Borough care home during the COVID-19 pandemic? We'd like to hear your experiences.

29 September 2020

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Get your flu jab this winter

This year it’s particularly important to get your Flu Jab. If you’re one of 100,000 people in an at-risk group, you are entitled to a free flu vaccination.

28 September 2020

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Coronavirus Testing Project - Test & Trace

Take part in our latest COVID-19 project and share your experiences of coronavirus testing, being asked to self isolate, and more.

21 September 2020

Latest reports and publications

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Our response to the coronavirus outbreak - Report

As the COVID-19 cases climbed, our number one priority was to protect...

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Living with a long term condition during the coronavirus - Report

In response to COVID-19, we are aware that health and social care...

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Our Annual Report 2019-2020

Throughout 2019-2020, we engaged with 1,295 people across the Wigan...

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Coronavirus Factsheet - GPs Working Differently

Your GP Practice is working differently at the moment. Check your GP...