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Oct 4, 2022

What is Adult Social Care?

Adult Social Care offers more practical support to enable people to live independently. These services are usually provided in people’s...

South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) implements new improvement plan.

Oct 3, 2022

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South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) implements new improvement plan.

The South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) has posted an improvement plan which they will be implementing in response to the CQC...

Concerned about energy bills this coming winter?

Sep 28, 2022

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Concerned about energy bills this coming winter?

There may be grants and benefits available to you. It's important to keep warm during the winter months, but worrying about how to pay...

Jun 15, 2022

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Healthwatch Portsmouth Advisory Board Meeting

21 June 2022 6pm – 8pm – Committee Room B, Civic Offices, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth PO1 2AL

Healthwatch Portsmouth Manager receives Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Award (Health) 2022

Mar 14, 2022

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Healthwatch Portsmouth Manager receives Inspirational Women of Portsmouth Award (Health) 2022

Healthwatch Portsmouth announces that Siobhain McCurrach, Manager of Healthwatch Portsmouth received the Inspirational Women of...

May 26, 2021

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Updated guidance on GP appointments

Guidance on the phased easing of COVID-19 restrictions continues to be issued by government, in line with the Coronavirus roadmap out of...

Healthwatch Portsmouth Board meeting in public 23rd June 2021

May 21, 2021

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Healthwatch Portsmouth Board meeting in public 23rd June 2021

The next Healthwatch Portsmouth Board meeting in public will be held on Wednesday 23rd June 2021 2pm – 4pm Unfortunately, due to the...

May 17, 2021

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Face Equality Week

It’s Face Equality Week, a time to celebrate visible differences. This week we’re raising awareness of what needs to change so everyone...

May 17, 2021

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Dementia Action Week

This year, Dementia Action Week is 17-23 May which is being Led by Alzheimer’s Society. Dementia Action Week is a national event that...

New Government guidance for Primary Care Services

May 16, 2021

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New Government guidance for Primary Care Services

Government rules on social distancing has now changed from 17 May. The Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Primary Care Services in...

May 9, 2021

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COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy

All women of childbearing age must read this guide before they go for vaccination. The coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines available in the...

Healthwatch Portsmouth is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week in Portsmouth

May 9, 2021

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Healthwatch Portsmouth is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week in Portsmouth

This year the theme is Nature and how connecting with the natural world can support good mental health. Today marks the launch of Mental...

This week Healthwatch Portsmouth is supporting Dying Matters Awareness Week

May 9, 2021

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This week Healthwatch Portsmouth is supporting Dying Matters Awareness Week

This week is Dying Matters Awareness week, which gives us all a chance to come together and open up the conversation around death, dying...

Local mental health support service back open for booked appointments

May 4, 2021

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Local mental health support service back open for booked appointments

PositiveMinds, the mental health support service based in central Portsmouth, has been delivering fantastic online support over the past...

We are supporting Deaf Awareness week 2021

May 3, 2021

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We are supporting Deaf Awareness week 2021

Deaf Awareness Week is an annual event which aims to raise awareness of Deafness and hearing loss, which is faced by 1 in 6 people in the...

Apr 29, 2021

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Wessex Cancer Trust launches ActionMan

Wessex Cancer Trust, a charity that supports thousands of people living with cancer in Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight, has...

Helping People Cope with the Impact of COVID

Apr 28, 2021

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Helping People Cope with the Impact of COVID

There is now a free online CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) package designed to help people cope with impact of Covid-19 ....

Apr 20, 2021

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Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable...

Apr 19, 2021

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Upcoming engagement workshops

The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care System is looking at developing a digital system across the area which offers GP...

Portsmouth’s asymptomatic test site relocation

Apr 19, 2021

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Portsmouth’s asymptomatic test site relocation

Portsmouth’s asymptomatic test site has now moved from the Guildhall to Somerstown Central. This service ensures that anyone in...