1. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  2. Many women still positive about their maternity care – but pandemic impacted on choice and involvement and increased concerns about postnatal support

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    The majority of women who gave birth in February last year were positive about the maternity care they received. But the impact of the pandemic has led to poorer experiences for some, and exacerbated concerns around the quality of postnatal care, according to a national survey by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  3. Opinions on health and social care voiced at Parent and Toddler groups in Trafford

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    Find out the experiences of parents with young children using health and care services.

  4. Survey: Tell us about parental mental health!

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    Healthwatch Trafford want to hear about your experiences of mental health in relation to having a child. This includes during and after pregnancy, and any parent can take part regardless of gender.

  5. Apply for a prepaid Healthy Start card now!

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    Are you receiving benefits? Do you have children under 4? Or are you pregnant? Healthy start is an NHS benefit worth up to £1200 to help you buy fruit, veg, and milk for you and your young family.

  6. [CLOSED] How do you feel about health and social care services in Trafford?

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    It’s almost the end of the year, so we want to look back and see how things have been going.

  7. Improvements needed in maternity services at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust following CQC inspection

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated three maternity services run by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust as requires improvement following an inspection in March.

  8. Vulnerable newborns at Manchester hospitals are first to benefit from rollout of genetic test to prevent hearing loss

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    An innovative genetic test that can help prevent newborn babies from going deaf if treated with a common antibiotic, is now being used in routine clinical practice in maternity settings at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).

  9. [CLOSED] HW100: Autumn/Winter survey

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    It's that time of year again: our Autumn/Winter snapshot survey is now out!

  10. [CLOSED] Tell us about sexual health advice, care, and support

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    Have you tried to access sexual health care in Trafford?

  11. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  12. CQC take action against online doctor’s service for providing unregistered services

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    A Stockport online doctor’s service has been ordered to pay £13,670 after pleading guilty to providing services without being registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

  13. HW100: The Trafford Pharmacy Survey Report

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    The full report on the Trafford Healthwatch 100 survey on pharmacy and prescription services in Trafford. Covering January to February 2018, published August 2018.

  14. Trafford pharmacy needs public survey

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    This survey relates to your experiences when using a pharmacy. It has been developed by Trafford Council in conjunction with the NHS and with the support of Healthwatch Trafford.

  15. People in Greater Manchester urged to get their repeat prescriptions and know how to get help over the Bank Holiday

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    NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care is reminding people who take regular medication to make sure their repeat prescriptions are ordered in time for Christmas, with the average turnaround from appointment being at least 72 hours and more during busier periods.

  16. Cost of living: People are increasingly avoiding NHS appointments and prescriptions

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    Healthwatch England's new data shows a worrying increase in the number of people avoiding vital care. They are calling for urgent action from government and health and care services to ensure rising costs are not a barrier to healthcare.

  17. Healthwatch 100: Autumn Winter survey 2022

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    Read Healthwatch Trafford’s latest research into what local people think of services generally across Trafford.

  18. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  19. Protect yourself and prevent serious illness this winter: get vaccinated!

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    Have you had your winter vaccines yet?

  20. Healthwatch Trafford Autumn/Winter survey 2023

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    Read about our findings here.