1. Patient Participation Network: Meeting Papers 2021

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    Your local Patient Participation Group Network (PPGN) is supported by Healthwatch Doncaster and meets on a regular basis to discuss issues and concerns that affect people using GP services in Doncaster.

  2. Health Ambassadors: Meeting Papers 2021

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    Ambassadors bring forward the views of marginalised groups, then work with local services to make sure their comments are considered and taken on board by local health and social care service providers.

  3. Keeping Safe Forum: Meeting Papers 2021

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    The Doncaster Keeping Safe Forum is a friendly, approachable community forum that anyone in Doncaster can join and meet every month.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. Healthwatch Doncaster publish report on Care Homes and Covid-19

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    Healthwatch Doncaster spent some time having conversations with residents, carers and staff in local care homes. We wanted to hear about their experiences of care and support throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

  10. Keeping Safe Forum: Meeting Papers 2022

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    The Doncaster Keeping Safe Forum is a friendly, approachable community forum that anyone in Doncaster can join and meet every month.

  11. 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!

  12. Become a Governor

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals are encouraging local people to continue their support for the NHS following the Covid-19 pandemic and stand for election as public governors.

  13. 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.

  14. New Year brings Three New Appointments

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    Healthwatch Doncaster has made three appointments to its Cavendish Court team.

  15. Healthwatch England Annual Report 2020-2021

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    Our nation’s health faces enormous challenges. Find out in Healthwatch England's Annual Report to Parliament how your feedback has helped NHS and social care services improve care and our plans for the future.

  16. 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.

  17. Accessing Support and Information for Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing

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    We recently conducted an online survey around the public’s experiences of accessing support for their mental and emotional wellbeing. We were interested to learn how people had accessed support for their mental wellbeing during the pandemic.

  18. 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.

  19. Your Care, Your Way

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    Help make sure more people get healthcare information in the way they need it.

  20. 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.

  21. Current Guidelines Explained

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    A summary of government guidelines and practical advice to prevent you from getting COVID-19 and to help keep you and those around you protected.

  22. 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.

  23. Help shape the People and Communities Strategy for everyone in South Yorkshire

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    The NHS is changing in 2022 to make sure everybody works together to provide the best care for everyone. How you receive your care, and where from is unlikely to change. The change is happening to the organisations that commission your care.

  24. 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.

  25. 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.

  26. 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!

  27. 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.

  28. Fluoroscopy Room Opens at Doncaster Royal Infirmary

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    A brand new fluoroscopy room has been opened at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI), following an investment of more than £410,000.

  29. 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.

  30. 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.

  31. 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!

  32. Healthwatch Doncaster - Annual Report 2021-22

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    Healthwatch Doncaster is pleased to publish its Annual Report 2021-22 which focusses heavily on how we have continued to engage with local people throughout the backend of the Covid-19 pandemic.

  33. Doncaster launches new research study to improve health outcomes for local children and families

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    An exciting new research study launches in Doncaster today (6 July), called ‘Born and Bred in Doncaster’ (BaBi-D).

  34. Trust-wide tea party hosted to raise funds for NHS

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    On Tuesday 5 July, and throughout the month, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) will be taking part in the NHS Big Tea to celebrate the 74th birthday of the NHS and say a huge thank you to all of our amazing colleagues across DBTH.

  35. Patient Initiated Follow Up introduced at local hospitals

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals have started offering Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU) appointments to some of their patients.

  36. Doncaster Royal Infirmary officially opens the Jeannette Fish MBE CT Imaging Suite

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    After a delay due to the difficulties posed by the pandemic, the Jeannette Fish MBE CT Imaging Suite has officially been opened at Doncaster Royal Infirmary (DRI).

  37. Staff-only smear clinics to increase uptake in screenings

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    The smear clinics, which are hosted across all three of the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) sites, are specifically for staff who cannot attend cervical screening appointments outside of working hours.

  38. Diana says think about becoming an RDaSH governor

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    Doncaster mum Diana Foster has devoted a large part of her life to looking after her 30-year-old disabled son and voluntarily shares her caring experiences with a local NHS trust.

  39. Help shape Dementia services in Doncaster

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    Healthwatch Doncaster are working with the NHS and Doncaster Council on a project to listen to people about their own and their loved ones experiences of using Dementia services.

  40. Local hospitals introduce therapy dog to improve staff wellbeing

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals has welcomed Thunder the Therapy dog, an 8-year-old Woolly Siberian Husky known for his soothing abilities. Thunder is renowned for his ability to lower stress & anxiety levels of hospital staff and patients

  41. Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals receive green light to further develop its Community Diagnostic Centre in Mexborough

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    Over £9 million will be invested at Montagu Hospital in the coming months, as plans to further expand the site’s Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) are approved by the National CDC Programme, with support from the South Yorkshire integrated Care Board

  42. NHS veteran steps down after 65 years’ service to Montagu Hospital

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    The Chair of Montagu Hospital Comforts Fund was presented with a plaque by the Comforts Fund Trustees as she steps down from the role. Nora Gill, who trained as a nurse at St Luke’s in Bradford began working at Montagu Hospital in 1957.

  43. Charity Skydive raises over £7,500 for appeal at local NHS Trust

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals held their first charity skydiving challenge at Skydive Hibaldstow, raising £7700 for the Serenity Appeal. The Appeal will enable the Trust to significantly enhance the maternity bereavement services.

  44. Donation made to Doncaster chemotherapy suite in memory of local business woman

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    A local waste management and recycling company have completed a charity walk to raise funds for Doncaster Royal Infirmary in memory of Kate Raven, co-owner of the business. The employees of Ecoefficiency arranged a 5km, alongside a family fun day.

  45. Doncaster’s St John’s Hospice gets a helping hand

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    Every little helps – as Doncaster’s St John’s Hospice is finding out, thanks to the generosity of a local supermarket giant.

  46. Local hospitals ask people to make appropriate health preparations for upcoming bank holiday

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    Doctors and nurses at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are urging local people to use health services wisely throughout the long-weekend at the end of the month (27 to 29 August).

  47. Three South Yorkshire Healthcare Providers Shortlisted in HSJ Awards 2022

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    NHS South Yorkshire is delighted that three providers from our region have been shortlisted at this year’s Health Service Journal Awards (HSJ) Awards, the most prestigious showcase for NHS services.

  48. Local Hospitals Charity Launch Our Shining Stars Campaign

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    Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals’ Charity has of 22nd August 2022, officially launched its ‘Our Shining Stars’ campaign.

  49. “Use services wisely this upcoming bank holiday” say local healthcare professionals

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    Doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are urging local people to use health services wisely throughout the long-weekend.