Prescription Charge Increase from May
On 1st May 2024 NHS prescription charges will be increasing. A prescription will cost £9.90 for each medicine or appliance dispensed. If...
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Apr 8
Free HIV Tests available
Thames Valley Positive Support are currently offering free, home, HIV tests that they will post out to you in discreet packaging. Results...
Apr 4
Because we all care... your experiences are important!
If you are a West Berkshire resident, we would love to hear about your experiences with your local health and social care services. Are...
Mar 19
National Diabetes Experience Survey
The National Diabetes Experience Survey is inviting over 100,000 adults living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes in England to take part in...
Mar 13
Quit smoking this No Smoking Day – Wednesday 13 March
Smoking is still the single largest preventable cause of death in England – estimated to account for 64,000 deaths each year. It’s never...
Mar 11
Want to quit smoking? Free resources are available.
The 40th anniversary of No Smoking Day is swiftly approaching on 13 March. There are over 5.3 million adults in England who still smoke,...
Mar 11
Brace Yourselves! Dental Treatment Cost Rising by 4%
Andrea Leadsom, the minister responsible for dentistry, said this week that a 4% rise was "proportionate" and that patients would...
Mar 7
Prescriptions - Could you save money?
You could save money on your prescriptions If you are on a low income, or pay for more than three prescription items in three months, or...
Feb 27
Your Input Needed: Shaping Our 24/25 Health Workplan for West Berkshire!
Healthwatch West Berks is seeking your input on your health priorities. As we construct our new 2024/2025 workplan, your participation is...
Feb 14
Introducing the Little Journey App: Your Child's Companion for Great Western Hospital Visits
Children who will be staying at the Children's Ward at Great Western hospital, and their families can now download an app which can...
Feb 12
The NHS App, Want to know more?
Do you use the NHS App?, or would you like to, but feel you need to know a little bit more about it first? The video below shows you all...
Feb 8
Have Your Say! Public webinar to discuss draft Primary Care Strategy
Date: Wednesday 21 February 2024 Take the opportunity to have your say and directly ask questions about the Buckinghamshire,...
Jan 24
Ambulance Services (SCAS) under extreme pressure.
SCAS declares critical incident due to extreme pressures. South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) has declared a...
Jan 22
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 22nd - 28th January 2024
Cervical cancer remains a formidable health challenge, affecting women of all ages and backgrounds. Cervical cancer is a global health...
Jan 15
Why should you have a Cervical Screen test?
Getting cervical screening is like giving your cervix a health check-up, and here's why it's a good idea: Early Detection of Changes:...
Jan 10
Understanding Thyroid Health: What to Look Out For.
January is Thyroid Health awareness month. What is your thyroid gland, and where is it? The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland...
Jan 7
Cervical Screening is so important! Don't delay yours.
NHS England has set a target date of 2040 to eliminate cervical cancer through a combination of HPV vaccination and screening. In England...
Jan 4
Cold Snap on it's way! Tips to stay safe and warm
YELLOW Cold-Health Alert - (Cold weather response) has been updated for the South East and is in effect between 06/01/2024 at 09:00...
Jan 3
Ask the Expert: Obesity and mental health webinar
Do you have questions about obesity and mental health research? Put your questions to Dr Alastair Duncan, a Consultant Dietitian at Guy’s...
Jan 2
"Making a Difference: Volunteer Opportunities with Healthwatch West Berkshire"
Are you looking for new opportunities, and have some spare time on your hands? Visit us at the 50th Anniversary Volunteer Recruitment...
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