1. PPE for unpaid carers

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    If you are caring for somebody, you might want to consider using PPE to protect yourself and the person you care for. Bedford Borough Council is providing free PPE (personal protective equipment) to unpaid carers.


  2. Help and support from Sue Ryder

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    Sue Ryder St John's Hospice in Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire provides expert palliative care, advice and support for people across Bedfordshire who are living with life-limiting conditions, as well as supporting their families.

  3. How to get occupational therapy help

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    You can call Bedford Borough Occupational Therapy on 01234 718006.
    After an initial assessment over the phone, they will arrange to visit you in your home to find out what your needs are through a Specialist Occupational Therapy Assessment.

  4. Health and Wellbeing Fair 2019

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    On the 25th September 2019, Healthwatch Bedford Borough, in partnership with ACCM UK, hosted Bedford's first Health and Wellbeing Fair. Please see impact report below.

  5. Signs you may be struggling to cope

    Advice and Information -

    Please find some advice below from Samaritans on things to look out for in yourself when you're finding everyday life hard.

  6. What is Long COVID?

    Advice and Information -

    Confused about Long COVID? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support.

  7. Support and treatment for Long COVID

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    It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long COVID, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need.

  8. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

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    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  9. Air Travel and Insulin

    Advice and Information -

    Travelling abroad with insulin has caused many people with diabetes problems in the past. Despite airline security, people with diabetes are able to carry insulin with them in hand luggage.

  10. More healthcare professionals given powers to certify fit notes

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    From 1st July, a wider range of healthcare professionals including nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists will be able to certify fit notes.

  11. Annual Report 2021-22

    Report -

    We have published our Annual Report 2020/21, containing highlights from the past year and details of the year ahead.

  12. Accessing the right care the first time

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    Bedford Hospital Trust is pleading with the local public to ensure they are accessing the right care in the right service.

  13. What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

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    Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

  14. Accessible Information Standard Report

    Report -

    Following on from our Seen and Heard report, where people told us that they were not being communicated with in accordance with their rights under the NHS Accessible Information Standard (AIS), HBB have produced the following report.

  15. Cost of living crisis

    Advice and Information -

    As the cost of living continues to increase, so has the pressure on peoples mental wellbeing.

  16. 'STAY ALIVE' app

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    The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.

  17. Heads Up Campaign - Mens Mental Health

    Advice and Information -

    Need a helping hand? You're not alone.

  18. Urgent & Crisis Support

    Advice and Information -

    For urgent support if need help with your mental health but its not an emergency you should contact your GP or call NHS 111

  19. Enter and View Report - Bedford Hospital

    Report -

    Please see details below of Healthwatch Bedford Borough and Healthwatch Central Bedfordshire's visits to Bedford Hospital in July 2022.

  20. Flu vaccine: What you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.

  21. Think you need to go to A&E? Learn how NHS 111 can help you

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    The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  22. I'm pregnant. What happens next?

    Advice and Information -

    Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.

  23. Coping with money worries and job uncertainty

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    Worrying about money or work can have a big impact on your mental health and wellbeing. Here are some things you can do to feel more in control, as well as lots of free support if you need it.

  24. Translating With Communities

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    To help communities who may be at higher risk, St John Ambulance have created a series of First Aid resources to help communities respond in an emergency.