1. CQC Maternity Services Report

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    The CQC commissioned Healthwatch Oldham and Healthwatch Rochdale to gather experiences from partners and or family members who had supported a pregnant or birthing person through the maternity journey between September 2021 to February 2023. We have summarised the responses in this report.

  2. Leesbrook Surgery - Matron Survey Analysis and Report

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    Leesbrook Medical practice invited Healthwatch Oldham to carry out an engagement exercise with their patients to under their views on the quality of the matron service being provided by the practice.

  3. Northern Care Alliance - Remote Appointments Report

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    Following on from a successful project we did on looking at Digital health, we worked with Northern Care Alliance on the challenges faced with remote appointments after the COVID-19 pandemic.

  4. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publish their Annual Report 2022-23

    Report -

    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester publishes its first Annual Report which highlights its activities over the past year and the impact the independent network has achieved.

  5. Healthwatch Oldham Annual Report 2022/23

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    Healthwatch Oldham has released its Annual Report for 2022/23.

  6. What are the symptoms and treatments for diabetes?

    Advice and Information -

    Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed.

  7. People's Choice Award Returns!

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    Healthwatch Oldham is proud to announce the return of The People’s Choice Award, an opportunity for Oldham residents to shine a light on a health, social care or wellbeing worker who has delivered an extraordinary service to the Oldham community.

  8. Rochdale and Oldham Maternity Voices Partnership Bi- Annual Report 2021-2013

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    This report has been written to give an introduction and overview of what Rochdale and Oldham Maternity Voices Partnership do, how they do it and to also present findings, provide updates on work undertaken so far and to share the view and work plan for the future covering 2021 to 2023.

  9. Enter and View at Royal Oldham Hospital Post Natal ward

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    Healthwatch Oldham & Healthwatch Rochdale publish findings and recommendations after Enter and View visit at Royal Oldham Hospital, Postnatal ward.

  10. NHS 111 - A report looking into people's experiences of using NHS 111

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    This report summarises local people’s experiences of the NHS 111 services following on from our engagement with local people late last year. A total of 257 people engaged with us in this project and shared their experiences and understanding of the NHS 111 Service.

  11. Join your local Patient Participation Group (PPG)

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    Have a say in how your GP practice is delivered by signing up to your GP practice's Patient Participation Group (PPG).

  12. Young People's Mental Health Survey

    News -

    Healthwatch Oldham is looking to obtain the views and experiences of young people aged 13-18 on their current mental health.

  13. GP service experience in a temporary hotel within Oldham

    Report -

    Healthwatch Oldham undertook a survey with people who are seeking asylum or have refugee status and reside in temporary accommodation in Oldham.

  14. Healthwatch Oldham Annual Report 2023/24

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    We have published our 2023/24 Annual Report showing how we have helped to shape and make a difference to local health and social care services.

  15. Enter and View Report - Royal Oldham Hospital - Maternity: Postnatal Ward - Revisit June 2024

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    The Enter and View at Royal Oldham Hospital Postnatal Ward was a revisit from our previous Enter and View in August 2023. The revisit was a planned joint revisit with the provider being notified in advance and given a two-week timeframe for the revisit.

  16. Healthwatch Oldham Priorities for 2025/26

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    We’d like your help with setting our priorities for next year (2025/26).

  17. Healthwatch in Greater Manchester: Pathways to CAMHS

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    Healthwatch in Greater Manchester explore the realities of child and adolescent mental health services in the city region.

  18. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  19. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  20. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  21. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.