1. Sustainability & Transformation Plans, incorporating the Better Health Programme

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    An independent observations report on engagement activities across County Durham.

  2. Healthwatch England Long Term Plan South Report

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    Healthwatch England gives people across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, Hambleton, Richmondshire and Whitby a say on the future of NHS services in their communities.

  3. Healthwatch England Long Term Plan North Report

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    Healthwatch England gives people across Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and County Durham a say on the future of NHS services in their communities.

  4. Pre-engagement: Shotley Bridge Community Hospital Services

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    Our independent observation report on engagement activities across North-West Durham.

  5. Bishop Auckland Hospital - Ward 6

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    Our reports looks at capturing the views of patients about the care they have received at Bishop Auckland Hospital, on Ward 6.

  6. How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with many people struggling to access NHS services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist now COVID-19 restrictions are eased.

  7. Someone I love has died - where can I find support

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.

  8. Information on Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support and how you can help stop the spread.

  9. Life in a Domestic Abuse refuge during the COVID pandemic

    Report -

    Healthwatch County Durham talked to frontline staff and clients from local refuges about how women are being supported in Domestic Abuse refuges in County Durham during the COVID pandemic.

  10. Research into People’s COVID-19 Lockdown Experiences

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    Our report looks at people’s experiences of using health and social care services during the COVID-19 lockdown in County Durham.

  11. COVID-19 Vaccine Programme

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    Our report explores the views about the COVID19 vaccination programme of people in County Durham.

  12. Access to GP Services

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    Our report looks into the experience of people in County Durham when accessing advice, information and appointments at their GP practice since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  13. Annual Report 2020/21

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    Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year.

  14. Cancer and coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.

  15. Maternity support during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

  16. Young People's Attitudes to the COVID19 Vaccination Programme

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    Our report looks at the views of young people in County Durham towards the COVID-19 vaccine programme.

  17. Healthwatch County Durham Annual Report 2021-22

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    See our latest annual report for 2021-22 and discover our areas of priority for 2022-23.