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Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.Advice and Information -
The National Health Service in provides healthcare for all UK citizens based on their need for healthcare rather than their ability to pay for it. It is funded by taxes by the government via taxes. Everyone who is cared for by the NHS in England has formal rights to make choices about the service that they receive.News -
Have your say on the Wythenshawe Hospital consultation.News -
Patients, clinicians and the public are being invited to give their views on a comprehensive set of indicators for urgent care.Report -
Patient and family experience report.Advice and Information -
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.Advice and Information -
Many people could benefit from a Personal Health Budget. We can help you to understand what they are and how you can apply for one.Advice and Information -
We attended Trafford Primary Schools conference to speak to children about their health care experiences and find out what could be done to make things better.Advice and Information -
The world of health care can be confusing and is full of acronyms. Here's our guide, explaining what each one means.Advice and Information -
The NHS is full of Jargon terms and acronyms so we have created this buster to help you understand and navigate the world of health care.Article -
Today marks the start of self-care week 2020 and what better way to look after yourself than to think about your own health and fitness.Report -
A Healthwatch 100 report looking at which areas of health and social care should be prioritised in Trafford.News -
Take part in this consultation from Greater Manchester combined authorities.News -
Trafford Council are working with One Trafford to enhance spaces for pedestrians and cyclists across the borough, to enable people to keep their distance for safe essential journeys and exercise during the coronavirus lockdown and through recovery.News -
You can use this activity pack to keep your little ones amused whilst you wait for an appointment.Advice and Information -
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.News -
Tributes are being paid today to the ‘extraordinary’ people who’ve set up and delivered Greater Manchester’s Covid-19 vaccination push, getting almost five million jabs into arms in just 12 months.News -
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 – the first of these reports to cover a full year of the pandemic.News -
Healthwatch Trafford have published a report looking at people’s understanding and experiences of Long COVID, and what resources and support are available.News -
Halthwatch Trafford have released a follow-up report looking at the experiences of health and social care services during the period of the coronavirus pandemic.Advice and Information -
Dental services have been under a lot of strain during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out how to access services in Trafford.Advice and Information -
Are you still struggling with symptoms of COVID weeks or months after you were ill? Long COVID is where you symptoms carry on for a lot longer than normal. Find out everything you need to know about long COVID.Advice and Information -
The current Coronavirus pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious or scared. Read our eight steps to looking after your wellbeing.Article -
Last year Healthwatch Trafford asked people for their experiences of the Coronavirus pandemic in 2020. They wanted to hear how people felt towards health and care services and how COVID-19 has impacted their lives.Article -
Over the coming weeks, many children and teenagers will be returning to schools across the country to resume their education. For many, this can be quite daunting to cope with (especially seeing some of your friends in face masks, should they choose to wear one).Article -
Youthwatch Trafford volunteer Madhia has written this guide to living healthily during the Corona pandemic.
Let us know if you have any more ideas to add by emailing info@healthwatchtrafford.co.uk.Report -
A report on the experiences of people in Trafford of using health and care services during the months of the coronavirus pandemic. Published November 2020Report -
A report looking at people’s understanding and experiences of Long COVID, and what resources and support are available.Report -
Our second report looking at the experiences of health and social care services during the period of the coronavirus pandemic in Trafford.Report -
A report on the experiences of people across Greater Manchester of using health and care services during the coronavirus pandemic.