1. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

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    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  2. Orange Wolverhampton

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    Today marks the start of Orange Wolverhampton, the annual campaign from 25 November to 10 December to end interpersonal violence and raise awareness of the help and support available to victims in Wolverhampton.

  3. Share your experiences of health and social care this pride month and beyond

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    Pride month is a celebration of the LGBT+ community and is held in June to commemorate the Stonewall riots in 1969 and the subsequent work of countless people to further the rights of LGBT+ people around the world since then, making society a more equal and just place to live for all of us.

  4. Volunteers' Week: power of youth

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    This Volunteers’ Week we are celebrating Power of Youth Day. Today is an annual celebration of young people that contribute to society by volunteering. Join us in celebrating all our Youth Healthwatch Volunteers and Work Experience Students, past and present.

  5. Celebrating Volunteers' Week

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    A time to say thank you; this week we are celebrating our volunteers who make a difference to health and social care services in Wolverhampton. Volunteers' Week is celebrated nationally every year, between 1 to 7 June.

  6. Heathwatch Accessible Information survey findings

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    The Accessible Information Standard gives disabled people and people with sensory loss the right to get healthcare information they can understand and communications support if needed.

  7. Healthwatch equalities, diversity and inclusion plan for 2022-23

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    Find out what Healthwatch England plans to do to put equalities, diversity and inclusion at the heart of Healthwatch.

  8. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  9. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

  10. Looking after your health during the cost of living crisis

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    The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.

  11. ‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in ten people feedback on health services

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    As Healthwatch marks its tenth anniversary this week, Healthwatch Wolverhampton joins the 152 local Healthwatch across England to appeal for more people to feedback on NHS care.

  12. New report on local people’s experiences of accessing GP care

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    As local health and care champion, we have published a report looking at patient experiences of booking GP appointments by phone, resulting in recommendations to help improve access to GP care in the city.

  13. How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  14. Have your say - Easy Read

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    Download an Easy Read version of our 'Have your say' form.

  15. Who we are and what we do

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    Here are some Easy Read resources to explain who we are and what we do.

  16. Referrals and your right to choose

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    Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.

  17. Can I access my GP records online?

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    From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

  18. Improving access to GPs in Wolverhampton - new report

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    We have published a new report highlighting how GP practices in the city could make it easier for patients to book appointments and access services.

  19. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care.