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Have Your Say: Shaping the Draft Carers Strategy 2024-2027 for West Berkshire
A new Draft Carers Strategy for 2024-2027 has been developed to support unpaid carers in West Berkshire, including young carers. This...
Oct 8, 2024


Don't forget to get your Flu jab!
Flu is Still a Threat: Protect Yourself This Winter with a Flu Vaccination The latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)...
Oct 1, 2024


NHS Opens Booking for Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations Ahead of Winter
Millions of people in England can now book flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to protect themselves ahead of the winter season. The NHS is...
Sep 25, 2024


Great Western Hospital's New £33.5 Million Emergency Department Officially Opens
The new Emergency Department features a 60 percent larger footprint, ensuring it can accommodate the rising demand for emergency...
Sep 24, 2024


Share your experiences with the West Berkshire Mental Health Forum.
You can just turn up on the day, or for more information, contact: Rachel Johnson at rachel.johnson@westberks.gov.uk
Sep 17, 2024


Frimley Health Annual Members Meeting
Frimley Health Foundation Trust is inviting all members and the community to attend their Annual Members Meeting on September 24th . The...
Sep 16, 2024


Carers Card UK: Empowering Carers with Support and Discounts
Carers Card UK is an initiative designed to recognize and support unpaid carers across the UK. Launched by two childhood friends who...
Sep 16, 2024

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...
Sep 3, 2024


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 3, 2024


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, 2024


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...
Sep 2, 2024

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 29, 2024


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 27, 2024


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 22, 2024

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...
Aug 12, 2024


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 29, 2024

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, 2024


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 25, 2024

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...
Jul 11, 2024

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 18, 2024
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