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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
Hydrotherapy pool at Royal Berkshire Hospital
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
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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