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People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed. -
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It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need. -
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Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. -
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If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help. -
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With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals. -
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Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health. -
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Healthwatch is launching a national survey to understand if care works for new mothers and birthing parents. -
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This week is Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Eating disorders can affect anyone and each year the charity Beat Eating Disorders hold an awareness week to help raise awareness of the various eating disorders across the country. This year the focus is on binge eating disorder (BED). -
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A new NHS text messaging service has been launched in Wolverhampton for young people aged between 11 and 19. By texting 07507 332 631 young people can chat to a school nurse to get confidential advice, support and signposting for a wide range of health and wellbeing issues. -
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Time to Talk Day on Thursday 4 February is all about encouraging people to talk about mental health. This can be talking about our own experiences of living with poor mental health, talking more generally that it is ok to not be ok, and awareness that services are there to support us when we are struggling. -
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The theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 May) is to reconnect with nature and using the 'five ways to wellbeing'. -
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Working as part of the Black Country Healthwatch Partnership, we investigated children's experiences of mental health care to inform the future look and feel of services. -
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Working with the Black Country and West Birmingham Healthwatch partnership, we asked local people about their views of local healthcare services to shape and support delivery in the region of the NHS England Long Term Plan. -
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Our report following a visit to Penn Hospital Mental Health Unit in Wolverhampton. -
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Young people may need help with a range of issues at different points in their life. Find out what you can expect from mental health services, to make sure you get the support you need. -
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Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help. -
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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. -
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Healthwatch England, is warning that six-week postnatal checks – required of GPs in England – are failing many new mothers. -
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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. -
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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.
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In a post-pandemic world where the cost-of-living crisis is challenging for many of us, prioritising our mental health and wellbeing is necessary.
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NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you. -
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With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available. -
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women. -
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As your local health and social care champion, we want to hear about your experience of mental health support for adults with autism and how this could be improved.
