1. Encouraging Physical Activity in the management of Musculoskeletal Conditions - webinar

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    Versus Arthritis are hosting a webinar titled “Encouraging Physical Activity in the management of Musculoskeletal Conditions”

  2. Consultants confirm July industrial action but more nurse strikes averted

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    Consultants will strike for 48-hours on Thursday 20 July and Friday 21 July, over an unresolved pay dispute with government that will leave more patient appointments and operations affected.

  3. NHS England - complaints procedure

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    If you have a complaint to make about a healthcare service, knowing the correct procedure can be tricky. So how do you make a complaint?

  4. ‘Well’ Being Event - Northgate, Darlington

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    Darlington social prescribers are hosting their first ‘WELL’ Being event at The Well Methodist Church, 164 North Road, Darlington, DL1 2EL on Tuesday 1st August 2023 between 11am-2pm.

  5. New NHS data on waiting times

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    NHS England has published their monthly waiting time data, with stats covering elective care, cancer, and A&E.

  6. National survey highlights decline in people’s experience of urgent and emergency care.

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    Findings from a survey of more than 36,000 people who used NHS urgent and emergency care services in September 2022 show that many people had a worse experience than in previous years – particularly those treated in an A&E type department.

  7. Upcoming Health and Social Care Course with Springfield Healthcare

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    Springfield Healthcare are introducing a one week intensive course allowing people to upskill for employment in Health and Social Care.

  8. Voluntary and Community Group Needs Survey

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    No matter what size of group or organisation, we would like to hear what challenges you are facing and what support and funding would help you and those you support in the future.

  9. Majority of patients remain positive about care they receive when in hospital but over a third say their health deteriorated while waiting for treatment

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    The results of the latest annual survey of hospital inpatients published by the CQC show patient satisfaction levels have remained largely static since 2021, but indicate a longer term decline in most areas compared to previous years.

  10. CQC inspectors publish reports on 115 Adult Social Care, Primary Medical Care and Hospitals Services

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    In the past week, the Care Quality Commission published 115 reports on services which have been inspected by specialist teams of inspectors.

  11. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Children with Cancer UK

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    Children with Cancer UK are raising awareness this month for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

  12. New CQC Assessment Regime

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    There have been a couple of developments about the CQC's new assessment regime.

  13. CNTW NHS Foundation Trust - 2 Non-Executive Directors positions available

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    Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to appoint 2 Non-Executive Directors to join their Board.

  14. CNTW Council of Governor Elections - October 2023

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    Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust gives notice that it is holding elections to the Council of Governors for a 3-year term commencing 1st December 2023.

  15. Recovery College Online - updated online course prospectus

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    The Recovery College Online have updated their online course prospectus.

  16. Cancer Experts by Experience Group - Reviewer Panel Recruitment

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    Do you have lived experience of cancer? Would you like to help improve the lives of others affected by cancer, from the comfort of your own home? If so, CDDFT are recruiting to their Patient Reviewer Panel.

  17. NICE quality standard on Transition from children’s to adults’ services - update

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    The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence are pleased to announce that the draft Transition from children’s to adults’ services - update quality standard consultation period is now open until Thursday 26th October.

  18. CQC's State of Care report - our response

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    The Care Quality Commission has published its annual State of Care report highlighting poorer ratings across maternity and mental health services.

  19. Help inform the future of local women's health services

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    North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board and Public Health would love to hear from women, and those who identify as women about how health services work for them in their new survey.

  20. CNTW Council of Governors Appointed Community and Voluntary Sector Governor Vacancy

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    Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is currently seeking nominations from the Third/Community and Voluntary Sector to join their Council of Governors.

  21. NIHR Clinical Research Network North East and North Cumbria - Stroke research involvement group

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    The Stroke Research Patient and Carer Panel is looking for new members!

  22. TEWV Annual General and Members’ Meeting 2023 - 23rd November

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    Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust are hosting their Annual General and Members’ Meeting 2023 at Darlington Arena on 23 November 1-5pm and would love to see you there.

  23. Department for Health and Social Care announces allocations of £40m winter resilience funding

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    The government has allocated a £40 million fund for local authorities to strengthen urgent and emergency care resilience and performance this winter.

  24. CQC inspectors publish reports on 53 Adult Social Care, Primary Medical Care and Hospitals Services

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    In the past week, the Care Quality Commission published 53 reports on services which have been inspected by specialist teams of inspectors.

  25. GOLD - What do they do? - Information Session

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    Fancy a cuppa? You could join GOLD (Growing Older Living in Darlington) for their information to find out more about them!

  26. New way to access the Durham Tees Valley listening service - TEWV

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    Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust would like to update you on the new way to access the Durham Tees Valley listening service.

  27. Fair4All Finance Information

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    Healthwatch Darlington are sharing this information on behalf of Fair4All and are not in a position to advise on matters related to a person's financial situation. We are relaying this information to you as we are aware people may affected by the closure of Morses Club.

  28. General Survey 2024 - Share your views!

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    Healthwatch Darlington want to gather as much feedback as possible regarding health and social care services in the Borough of Darlington.

  29. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.

  30. Tell NICE what you think: NICE's three-year strategy for involvement and engagement

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    The National Institute for Care and Excellence are delighted to let you know that the consultation on their draft Working alongside people and communities at NICE: a three-year strategy for involvement and engagement is now open.

  31. Healthwatch news - Cost of living remains barrier to health for the vulnerable

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    Last year, our polling highlighted the stark impact the cost of living crisis was having on people’s access to health and care.

  32. North Tees and Hartlepool and South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trusts working together - share your views

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    North Tees and Hartlepool and South Tees Hospital NHS Foundation Trusts have formally came together in partnership, creating an exciting opportunity for the two Trusts to work together to strengthen their collaborative offer of patient care.