1. The Denny Review: Health inequalities in Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes

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    Following three years of extensive engagement with local people, Reverend Lloyd Denny, has published the Denny Review into health inequalities across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

  2. Publication of the Denny Report

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    Following three years of extensive engagement with local people, Reverend Lloyd Denny, has published the Denny Review into health inequalities across Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

  3. Bedford Borough Council asks for residents’ input to help strengthen the Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2027

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    The Bedford Borough Health and Wellbeing Board is launching a public consultation for the Joint Local Health & Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2027.

  4. Share your experiences of Dental care in Bedford Borough.

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    Healthwatch Bedford Borough are carrying out a project to look at public experience of accessing NHS dental care.

  5. Celebrating World Menopause Day and Menopause Awareness Month 2023

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    October is World Menopause Month, and October 18th celebrated as World Menopause Awareness Day, with the focus this year on cardiovascular health.

  6. BRIEF – Breast cancer awareness month

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    Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, globally. If detected early, treatment is more successful and there's a good chance of recovery. Breast cancer screening can prevent an estimated 23%-37% cases of breast cancer.

  7. Changes to primary care phlebotomy

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    As of Monday 30th October 2023, the Phlebotomy GP service at Gilbert Hitchcock House will require ALL patients to book an appointment for a blood test. Please note, this also includes patients with urgent blood test forms.

  8. Enter and View Report - Holly Tree Lodge

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    Please see details below of Healthwatch Bedford Borough visit to Holly Tree Lodge in July 2023

  9. National Supply Shortage of ADHD Medication

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    The Government has published a report that there are national supply issues affecting medications for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). There are a combination of reasons why this is happening, including: increase in demand, manufacturing issues, change in suppliers, change in what manufactures are making certain products. It is unclear when these issues will be resolved.

  10. Bedford's Norse Road Crematorium introduces 'Post box to Heaven' for letters to departed loved ones

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    Bedford Borough Council is proud to announce the installation of a heartwarming initiative at Norse Road Crematorium, a ‘Post box to Heaven.’ Inspired by the touching story of a grieving nine-year-old in Nottingham who first conceived the idea, the council received a number of requests from residents for a similar post box locally. This special post box provides an opportunity for people to send letters or cards to a loved one they’ve lost.

  11. Official opening of Café Connect in Queens Park

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    A community cafe which offers food, friendship, and fun for all the family, has been launched in Queens Park.

  12. Merry Christmas from Healthwatch Bedford Borough

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    As we come towards the end of the year, on behalf of the Healthwatch Bedford Borough team, may we take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your support.

  13. Women's Health and Wellbeing Event

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    Explore a snapshot of what Bedford Borough has to offer women with their Health & Wellbeing, by way of multiple exhibition stands and FREE taster sessions.

  14. Bedfordshire & Luton Adult Care & Support Services Directory

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    The Bedfordshire & Luton Care Services Directory 2023/24 lists care providers and care homes across Bedfordshire.

  15. Healthwatch Bedford Borough Support World Kidney Day

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    Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is estimated to affect more than 850 million people worldwide and resulted in over 3.1 million deaths in 2019.

  16. New campaign for children to catch up with missed vaccinations

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    Parents and carers are being urged to make sure their children catch-up with missed vaccinations, amid a rising number of measles cases nationally

  17. Bedford Borough Parent Carer Forum Annual Report

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    This report contains findings from their annual survey.

  18. We are Hiring! Exciting new job role at Healthwatch Bedford Borough

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    We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced, and self-motivated individual to recruit, train, and support volunteers in Healthwatch Bedford Borough and be the lead for Social Care Outreach / Engagement.

  19. Healthwatch England's response to the latest British Social Attitudes Survey results

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    Public satisfaction with the NHS has fallen to the lowest level ever recorded, according to analysis of the latest British Social Attitudes Survey.

  20. Bedfordshire and Luton Recovery College Summer Prospectus 2024

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    Discover ways to support your mental health and wellbeing with the Recovery College's free courses.

  21. Healthwatch Bedford Borough are on WhatsApp

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    Healthwatch Bedford Borough are now contactable via WhatsApp making it easier to contact us.

  22. Share your views of Advocacy support in Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough

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    Healthwatch Central Bedfordshire have been asked by the local authorities in Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough to lead a community engagement project to seek the views of their residents on the local adult’s Advocacy Service. Healthwatch Bedford Borough are promoting this survey.

  23. Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park returns to Bedford Park

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    Bedford Borough Council is excited to announce the return of the annual Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park event, set to take place on Sunday 9 June, 2024, at Bedford Park.

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

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    In 2016 the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.