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Fit-to-travel Covid tests in Reading
We've compiled a list of local, private companies offering paid-for PCR tests before or after travel.
19 July 2021
Advice and Information
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'Phoning our surgery is like Russian roulette'
More than 330 people answered our survey about what it's like to phone their doctor's surgery.
16 July 2021
News
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Hanging On: Our report on GP Phone Access
We carried out an online survey from 25 March-25 April 2021, which was answered by 339 people who had strong feelings about this issue.
14 July 2021
Report
Our July 2021 newsletter
Read news about local health & social care services and find out about our work.
6 July 2021
Report
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Public gets more time to choose if their patient data can be shared
People will have until 1 September to make a data opt-out decision.
4 July 2021
News
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Vaccine van heading to Reading
The NHS van will visit Oxford Road Community Centre in mid-July.
3 July 2021
News
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Charity wins NHS contract for Reading 'crisis cafe'
The Breathing Space will be open at the weekend in the evening for people needing short term support.
3 July 2021
News
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Local residents influence new health strategy
Views we collected from people - like better support for children's mental health - are reflected in a draft of the strategy.
1 July 2021
News
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Hospital inspection shows extent of Covid impact
The Care Quality Commission has published findings of its unannounced inspection in April.
1 July 2021
News
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Our Annual report 2020-21
Find out how we have provided information, advice and support to Reading people during the Covid-19 pandemic.
29 June 2021
Report
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No-appointment Covid jabs offered to all unvaccinated adults in Reading
Anybody aged 18+ who hasn't had their first jab is being urged to come forwards.
21 June 2021
News
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National bodies launch campaign to save hydrotherapy pool from closure
People can sign an online letter which will go to Reading MPs.
21 June 2021
News