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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 regarding the vaccine:
6 January 2021
News
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COVID-19 Vaccination Information
Find out more about getting the coronavirus vaccine in the Borough.
5 January 2021
Advice and Information
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COVID-19 Christmas Bubble
On 25th December, you can create a Christmas bubble with another two households, creating a bubble of three households overall.
22 December 2020
Advice and Information
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Season's greetings from Healthwatch Wigan & Leigh!
A quick update to let you know our holiday plans.
21 December 2020
Blog
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Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first
The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.
14 December 2020
News
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Engagement in the Ambulatory Care Unit 2018
We visited Royal Albert Edward Infirmary to understand how patients using this unit feel about this type of care.
8 December 2020
Report
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Looking after someone? Know your rights
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, it's been estimated that across the UK there are 13.5 million unpaid carers. Many people are unaware of their rights as a carer and, as a result, are not accessing the help and support they are entitled to.
30 November 2020
Advice and Information
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Accessing dental services during lockdown
You can still leave home during national COVID-19 lockdown to access services such as NHS dental care.
9 November 2020
Advice and Information
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New national COVID lockdown: information
From Thursday 5th November, there will be new COVID-19 restrictions affecting England. Find out more.
2 November 2020
Advice and Information
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Public services: lessons from coronavirus
We're delighted to share this amazing story about the experiences of one of our brilliant volunteers, Debra Baxter.
27 October 2020
Blog
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New COVID alert levels: Greater Manchester moves to 'VERY HIGH'
The government introduced a new set of local COVID alert levels last week, bringing localised restrictions - but what does 'Very High' mean for Wigan & Leigh?
19 October 2020
News
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Coronavirus: changes to shielding
In July, Government advice for those shielding in England will change. We look at what these changes mean for you if you have been told to shield.
19 October 2020
Advice and Information