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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
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Season's greetings from Healthwatch Wigan & Leigh!
A quick update to let you know our holiday plans.
21 December 2020
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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
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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
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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
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Have you used Attend Anywhere?
If you've used North West Borough's video consultation system, Attend Anywhere, you can share your experiences.
7 October 2020
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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
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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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Organ Donation Week
This week (7th - 13th September) is the NHS's Organ Donation Week - find out more about organ donation and new changes to laws in England.
7 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.
24 August 2020
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