News and reports

Clic are hosting an online event tomorrow 29th July at 12pm called 'Your money and mental health – support during Covid-19', with Mental Health UK. The guest speaker is Laura Peters, Head of Advice and Information Services at Mental Health UK.

A new app has been developed to help patients in the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) during and after receiving cancer treatment.

This project was a rapid, qualitative research study designed to understand the patient experience of remote and virtual consultations.

Please be advised that the opening hours for Boots pharmacy on Northgate in Darlington have now changed.

Winston's Wish supports children, young people and their families after the death of a parent or sibling. This is the most devastating and traumatic situation a child can face, but with the right support children can lead full and flourishing lives.

The Mental Health Foundation in partnership with WWF have published a free guide entitled 'Thriving with Nature' which has received the backing of TV presenter Julia Bradbury who herself loves to get out in nature for the good of her mental health.

Darlington Credit Union has launched a new project to help people better manage money as lockdown eases.

Independent Age have published a free guide for older people on ways to cope with anxiety in these uncertain times, as well as where to get support if you or an elderly friend or relative need it.

As a result of the easing of lockdown, The Dolphin Centre has reopened its gym and pool facilities as of today, 27th July.

The government have revealed plans to introduce the most comprehensive flu jab programme in history this winter with the aim of vaccinating more than 30 million people.

If your disabled family member is unable to wear face coverings during the pandemic due to their disability, The Challenging Behaviour Foundation has produced some vital guidance and information cards to share when out and about.

Healthwatch Darlington together with the Care Quality Commission and Healthwatch England, are launching the next phase of our #BecauseWeAllCare campaign with a focus on Hospital Discharge. Do you have an experience to share of leaving hospital?