Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment
One of the main things we hear from the public is getting a GP appointment can be tricky. And when you do get an appointment, the time you get to […]
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Entries by Laura Haugh
Covid restrictions after 19 July
NHS health teams across the region are set to continue with the current pandemic safety measures for the foreseeable future to help protect everyone from infections such as Covid-19 and […]
Do It For Yourself
We are supporting the #DoItForYourself initiative which helps raise awareness around the symptoms of lung cancer and the importance of early diagnosis. If you’ve noticed any signs of lung cancer, […]
Spotlight on: Vision Northumberland
As part of our Spotlight on… series we are shining a light on Vision Northumberland, formerly Northumberland County Blind Association. Vision Northumberland is a local charity based in Morpeth which […]
Latest wellbeing sessions from Northumberland Recovery College
Northumberland Recovery College is offering a range of free courses and workshops to support people with their mental health and wellbeing. What is a recovery college? A recovery college is not […]
Proposed changes at Felton and Widdrington surgeries
Changes are planned at the Felton and Widdrington surgeries and patients have 12 weeks to give their views and ideas on the proposals. If you are a patient of either […]
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies is a national programme offering primary care talking therapies to those experiencing common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety. The local service in […]
Activities and support for older people and those affected by dementia
The latest edition of ‘Activities and Support in West Northumberland’ for older people and those affected by dementia is out now. This is a comprehensive guide to support groups, classes, […]
Spring competition
Thank you to everyone who took the time to enter our Spring competition. We received some brilliant photos of the activities you have been doing during lockdown to look after […]
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 10-16 May and this year’s theme is ‘Nature’. There are two main aims of this week. Firstly, to inspire more people to connect with […]
Healthwatch Northumberland
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