September Marks Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month
A recent YouGov survey revealed that less than 1 in 3 people are aware of vulval cancer, and nearly 8 in 10 women have never checked...
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- 6 days ago
NHS 111 Now Offers 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Support
Millions of people in England can now access round-the-clock mental health crisis support through NHS 111. This service makes England one...
- Sep 2
Berkshire West Breathing Space: A Lifeline for Emotional Support
The Berkshire West Breathing Space service offers a safe and supportive environment for individuals over 18 who are experiencing...
- Sep 2
Workplace Health Checks Launched in England to Help Prevent Diseases
Starting on August 30th, over 130,000 people in England will have access to workplace health check-ups designed to catch preventable...
- Aug 29
Can you help us with our Everyday Hero's Project?
Are you an unpaid carer (An Everyday Hero), who is looking after someone with Alzheimer's, Dementia or Lewy Body? Healthwatch West Berks...
- Aug 27
Changing Places Toilets: Essential Facilities for Severe Disabilities
Changing Places toilets provide necessary amenities for individuals with severe or multiple disabilities, allowing them to use restrooms...
- Aug 22
Locating Defibrillators: A Guide for Finding Life-Saving Devices
A defibrillator is a device that helps restart a person's heart when it stops beating normally. If someone's heart is beating dangerously...
- Aug 12
Pharmacy August Bank Holiday Opening Times
The August bank holiday will soon be here, and pharmacies will be open certain times. Please see below the latest opening times for...
- Jul 29
Yellow Alert - Hot weather guidance and advice
With hot weather forecast from today 29th July to 2nd August, it is important to be heat aware, and be aware of others who may be...
- Jul 25
Importance of Whooping Cough Vaccination During Pregnancy
Whooping cough (pertussis) rates are on the rise, and babies too young for vaccinations are most at risk. This illness can be severe for...
- Jul 25
Proposed Changes to Disabled Parking in West Berks: Have Your Say
West Berkshire Council is considering important changes to disabled parking regulations and seeks public input. Under the Road Traffic...
- Jul 11
Healthwatch West Berks Annual Report 2023-2024
The Value of Listening The value of listening to the residents of West Berkshire was our theme this year. Being out in the community and...
- Jun 18
Learning Disability Week: "Do You See Me?" in Collaboration with The Big Issue
Learning Disability Week, celebrated annually in the UK, is an event dedicated to raising awareness about learning disabilities,...
- Jun 17
Learning Disability Week! -What's on in our local area?
As Learning Disability Week approaches, we're excited to share some fantastic events happening in our community. This is a great...
- May 28
Community Larders- Are For Everyone!
Community larders are often mistaken for food banks, but they are quite different. A community larder is like a pop-up hub where you can...
- May 20
Join The Steady Steps Classes for a Healthier, Happier You!
Fun and supportive sessions for older adults who have experienced a fall, or are worried about falling.
- May 3
Are you coughing at lot? It could be Whooping Cough
Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial lung infection. Vaccination is crucial for infants and children to prevent...
- May 2
Healthwatch West Berkshire Annual Workplan 2024 -2025
Healthwatch West Berks along with Healthwatch Reading and Healthwatch Wokingham ran a survey in February and March this year asking...
- Apr 23
Pharmacy Bank Holiday Opening Times
Early May Bank Holiday information detailing which pharmacies will be open on Monday 6th May 2024 West Berkshire. A map of the pharmacies...
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