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THRIVE Directory - Children and Young People's Mental Health Services
The THRIVE Framework is an integrated, person centred and needs led approach delivering mental health services for children, young people and their families.
10 February 2022
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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.
10 February 2022
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Healthwatch Wigan and Leigh Complaints Policy
In this post we will be going through the complaints and query policy of health watch Wigan and Leigh, the things WE can do for YOU, how we manage data protection, and any contact information you will need.
10 February 2022
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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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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
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Learn about lung cancer
Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK and the most common cause of cancer death in the UK. Find out what the signs and symptoms are for Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
10 November 2021
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Movember - Men's Health Awareness Month!
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.
1 November 2021
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World Menopause Day - Bone Health
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.
18 October 2021
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Go Sober for October
Sober October is an action month organised by Macmillan Cancer Support and a chance to go alcohol-free this October to raise money for charity.
6 October 2021
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2021
Every October, people all over the world show their support for everyone affected by breast cancer. This article will cover some of the signs and symptoms of breast cancer in both men and women, and what support is available to you.
1 October 2021
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People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment
The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatment
28 September 2021
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Information & Signposting Event - World Alzheimer's Day
Tuesday 21st September marked World Alzheimer's Day 2021, and the team headed to Wigan Grand Arcade for an information and signposting event.
28 September 2021
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