1. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?

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    We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  2. Many women are positive about their maternity care, but improvements still needed

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    Findings from the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) national survey of more than 17,600 women who gave birth in February last year show that many had a good experience, including in relation to interactions with staff

  3. Healthwatch England Annual Report 2018-19

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    Last year, Healthwatch supported over 336,000 people to share their story about health and social care. These views resulted in over 7,200 recommendations to services about the improvements that people would like to see

  4. Local Hospitals Appoint First Ever Research Midwife

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    At the end of 2021, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) appointed its first-ever Research Midwife.

  5. New Breastfeeding Peer Support Volunteers

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    Doncaster Health Visiting team, which is run by Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH), has welcomed seven new additions in the form of Breastfeeding Peer Support Volunteers.

  6. Doncaster Paediatrics raises over £3,300 during ‘Winter Wonderland’ event

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    Members of the Paediatric team at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI) hosted a ‘Winter Wonderland’ for staff and patients on 15 December, raising a whopping £3,300 to be reinvested into the Paediatric and Neonatal departments.

  7. National survey shows decline in positive maternity experiences

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    Findings from a survey of more than 20,900 women who gave birth in February 2022 show fewer reporting positively about their experience of maternity care, with a notable decline in the number able to get help from staff when they needed it.

  8. Hospital charity campaign funds specialist scanner improving ‘dignified’ care for those suffering baby loss

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    A brand-new mobile ultrasound scanner will provide a more ‘dignified’ and ‘comfortable’ experience for patients with pregnancy complications.

  9. Works begin on brand new Doncaster maternity bereavement suite

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    On 13 March, works began on a bespoke space for people experiencing baby loss at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

  10. Doncaster Royal Infirmary opens specialist bereavement suite

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    A specialist facility dedicated to providing solace and support for families navigating the heart-breaking journey of baby loss has opened on Thursday 15 June at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI).

  11. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  12. Do you need help getting to hospital?

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    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  13. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

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    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  14. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

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    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  15. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

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    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

  16. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

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    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  17. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

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    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  18. PRESS RELEASE: Healthwatch running between the wickets alongside Doncaster Cricket Club on the Great Get Together weekend

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    As national celebrations take place on the Great Get Together weekend starting on 16th June 2017, Healthwatch Doncaster will bat alongside the local cricket club to engage with communities to capture feedback and experiences of health and social care

  19. PRESS RELEASE: Doncaster GPs asked to keep things simple when seeking patient feedback

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    People confident GPs take their comments and concerns seriously. Yet 3 out of 4 (76%) have never given feedback, most commonly because they don’t know how to.

  20. PRESS RELEASE: Local people in the region have their voice heard after publication of the NHS Long Term Plan report

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    Over a thousand people in South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw have provided their views on the NHS Long Term Plan to improve health services.

  21. PRESS RELEASE: Hospital team up with Healthwatch Doncaster to stress the importance of good nutrition

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    A team of nutrition link nurses at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) have teamed up with Healthwatch Doncaster to promote the importance of good nutrition and hydration for patients while they are in hospital

  22. Dying Well

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    As part of on-going work with our local partners Voiceability Doncaster, the Local Medical Committee and NHS Doncaster CCG there was a willingness to get involved in developing some videos and information to support people to prepare for dying well

  23. Staying informed and getting involved

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    One of our roles at Healthwatch is to make sure people in Doncaster are informed about health and social care in the Borough. To help do this, there is a regular e-newsletter that we distribute so you can have the information straight into your inbox

  24. Dying really does matter

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    NHS Doncaster CCG. senior doctors and nurses in Doncaster are encouraging people to think about eventuality of death as part of national Dying Matters awareness week.

  25. New app launched to help you find NHS services locally

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    The Choose Well App will help you to ‘choose well’ when you need to use NHS services in Doncaster, leaving urgent care to those who need it most

  26. Event: Healthwatch Doncaster Cancer Signs and Symptoms Event 2015

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    The aim of the event were to raise awareness of Skin and Prostate Cancer and inform people what is happening locally around Prostate Cancer.

  27. Event: Healthwatch Doncaster Living Well Event Report (2015)

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    Healthwatch Doncaster planned a Living Well Event that included presentations to impart information and knowledge which attendees can share with other partners

  28. Helping people choose the right health and care service in Doncaster

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    Helping people choose the right health and care service in Doncaster

  29. Update on local GP surgeries: Church View, Dunsville Medical Centre & Ransome Practice

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    You may have read information in the local media about concerns surrounding three surgeries: Church View (Denaby), Dunsville Medical Centre & Ransome Practice (Scawthorpe).

  30. Patient Participation Group Network

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    Our Patient Participation Group Network sees local PPG members come together to represent various areas across the Doncaster Borough

  31. COVID-19: Vaccinations

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    This page provides information of vaccinations for Covid-19

  32. PRESS RELEASE: New year brings new website for local Healthwatch

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    Healthwatch Doncaster is pleased to launch its new website today giving local people a place to have their say on health and social care services by working with Care Opinion to obtain feedback

  33. Diabetes Prevention Programme

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    Bassetlaw CCG are raising awareness of the Diabetes Prevention Programme

  34. Healthwatch Doncaster - Then and Now: Annual Report 2020-21

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    Healthwatch Doncaster responded quickly to meet the needs of local people throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Read our Annual Report: Then and Now to find our more about our work.

  35. People's experiences of Cancer services in Doncaster

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    Reports during the pandemic highlighted the importance of gathering people's experience of accessing cancer services in Doncaster.

  36. Reflections on care in residential care home during the COVID-19 pandemic

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    Healthwatch Doncaster spent time talking to a care home resident, their family and the care home manager at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  37. Feedback about Covid-19 vaccinations in Doncaster

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    Healthwatch Doncaster spoke to over 4000 local people and asked them about their experience and thoughts around the Covid-19 vaccination process.

  38. New reports published - experiences of cancer services in Doncaster

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    Reports during the pandemic highlighted the importance of gathering people's experience of accessing cancer services in Doncaster. Read our report to find out more.

  39. Drive Through Phlebotomy services in Doncaster

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    What did people in Doncaster tell us about the Drive through Phlebotomy and pre-op testing site?

    Read our report to find out more!

  40. Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospital's Self-Service System

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    A new ‘self-service’ system will be in place in the emergency departments at Doncaster Royal Infirmary and Bassetlaw Hospital as clinicians work to improve the sign-in process within the area and reduce overcrowding in waiting rooms.

  41. DRI Appoint Professional Nurse to Support Mental Health of Staff

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) have appointed their very first Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) Lead Nurses.

  42. What do the new government guidelines mean for COVID-19 testing?

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    COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  43. Adult inpatient visiting suspended at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals

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    Due to a recent spike in COVID-19 transmission, visiting at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has been restricted as of 11.59pm on Wednesday 16 March 2022.

  44. Local hospitals mark two years since completion of first in-house COVID-19 test

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    The Microbiology team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has marked the two-year anniversary since the very first in-house test for COVID-19 was completed at the Trust.

  45. Government to improve drug treatment in most deprived areas

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    50 local authorities in some of the most deprived areas in England will receive enhanced funding over the next 3 years to rebuild drug treatment services.

  46. 100 eggs donated to Children’s Ward at local hospital

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ (DBTH) paediatric services have received a donation of 100 Easter eggs from John Mee Construction Ltd.

  47. International Nurses Setting up Home with Local Donations

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    A group of nurses from around the world are putting down roots in South Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire, thanks to the generosity of well-wishers who are helping them set up home in their adopted country!

  48. Nurses and Consultants Host Asthma Awareness Stand at Meadowhall

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    Specialist asthma nurses and paediatric consultants from across the region gathered at Meadowhall on the 3rd of May, World Asthma Day, to educate shoppers on common misconceptions about asthma.

  49. Dementia Awareness Week Kicks Off with Singing for Memory

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    People living with dementia in Doncaster are reconnecting with friends and family through a good old sing-song which helps to lift their mood and spark happy memories.

  50. Invitation to a Right Royal Picnic in the Park

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    Doncaster folk are being invited to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee at an entertainment-packed picnic in the park!