News and reports | Healthwatch Bracknellforest

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Blood Pressure – What is normal?

Dr M Kittel. GP in Bracknell Forest has shared a 12 point Self Care Action Plan to help people with high blood pressure.

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NICE quick guide assessment and diagnosis of autism

Assessment and diagnosis of autism: what to expect

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Free vaccinations for children on the NHS

New service for 0-19 year olds, it's never too late to catch up with your immunisations.

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Pride Month June 2021

“Pride is about communities coming together in celebration, protest, unity and solidarity” - Stonewall

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Diabetes Awareness week

14th to 20th of June is diabetes week

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Twin crisis of access and affordability calls for a radical rethink of NHS dentistry

New data indicates the dental crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care during the last COVID-19 lockdown.

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Parks and Countryside events

Bracknell Forest parks and countryside run a variety of events throughout the year.

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Guilt and dementia: How to manage guilty feelings as a carer

If you're caring for someone who is living with dementia, it's common to feel guilty.

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Don't get caught out by penalty charges

Find out if you're entitled to free NHS prescriptions, NHS dental treatment and help with other NHS costs.

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Help those with dementia lead better lives, this Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week (17-23 May) encourages everyone to take action to improve the lives of people affected by the condition.

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Where people die is changing. More and more people have been dying at home in recent years and the pandemic has seen this number leap by tens of thousands.

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Get back to nature to support your mental health

This Mental Health Awareness Week everyone is being encouraged to get out into nature and take time to reconnect with the world outside.

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