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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.
3 November 2020
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Become a community information champion
To help residents stay up-to-date with the latest factual information on COVID-19 and its impact on the borough, Bracknell Forest Council are launching a community information champion scheme.
22 October 2020
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CQC: COVID-19 is magnifying inequalities and “risks turning fault lines into chasms” – focus now must be on shaping a health and care system that delivers for everyone
The Care Quality Commission's (CQC's) annual assessment of the state of health and social care in England looks at the quality of care over the past year.
19 October 2020
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Quit smoking with new council service
Smoking is the leading cause of preventable illness and premature death, accounting for approximately 77,900 deaths a year in England.
16 October 2020
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Were you shielding from COVID-19?
The Government has published updated guidance for everyone who has been identified as clinically extremely vulnerable to COVID-19.
15 October 2020
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Protect your loved ones - download the NHS COVID-19 app
The new NHS COVID-19 app, available to download for free in England and Wales, is the fastest way to see if you're at risk from coronavirus.
2 October 2020
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Important information regarding this year’s flu vaccination and how it will be delivered
Flu brings misery to people who are in otherwise good health but for the elderly, the very young, and particularly those with some long-term health conditions, it can be much more dangerous.
18 September 2020
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COVID-19 Testing
We have been receiving an increase in the number of queries regarding COVID-19 testing. Based on your questions we have put together the following frequently asked questions.
28 August 2020
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PPE - What should a care worker visiting your home wear?
You can use this to check and be reassured that the support workers visiting your homes to help look after you or those you care for are wearing the correct PPE.
10 August 2020
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CQC adult inpatient survey results
CQC asked over 75,000 people who stayed in hospital for at least one night during July 2019 about their care.
3 August 2020
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Staying healthy and well this Winter
The winter months bring many health and care challenges from Covid-19 to the flu, from loneliness to family stresses and strains.
1 August 2020
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Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience
National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England 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.
28 July 2020
Advice and Information