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Could you become a digital health champion?
The local NHS has responded to our calls to tackle digital exclusion by launching a scheme to train volunteers to help others access healthcare online.
18 June 2021
News
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Unpaid carers offered emotional support
A listening service is now available to give exhausted and stressed carers a chance to be heard.
11 June 2021
News
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People with learning disabilities star in new film
An advocate and a GP also feature in the new local film about the importance of annual health checks.
11 June 2021
News
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Easy read leaflets on vaccination
Translated Easy Read leaflets are now available on Covid vaccinations.
8 June 2021
Advice and Information
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Surge testing launched in Reading
People living, working or studying in certain postcode areas are being asked to come forward to get tested for Covid-19.
6 June 2021
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Our June 2021 newsletter
Read news about local health & social care services and find out about our work.
3 June 2021
Report
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Rise in Covid cases reported for Reading
Find out where we stand on the 'India variant', overall new cases and vaccination numbers.
28 May 2021
News
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Have your say on care for bone or joint problems
People can give feedback at two online sessions being run in June.
28 May 2021
News
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Local hearing loss services set to be changed
The local NHS funding group says the changes will lead to shorter waiting times and avoid unnecessary trips back to GPs.
28 May 2021
News
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Update on democratic oversight of local services
Find out the impact of the recent local elections on health and social care.
27 May 2021
News
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Long Covid doctor gives talk to Kenyan group
Leading pain consultant Dr Deepak Ravindran (pictured) spoke at an event organised by Healthwatch Reading and the Reading Kenyan Association.
27 May 2021
News
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"Dental crisis is a social justice issue"
Healthwatch England says the cost of NHS or private dental treatment is out of reach for many people in our society.
25 May 2021
News