1. Changes to Integrated Musculoskeletal (MSK) Service in Herts Valley – COVID 19 Update

    Advice and Information -

    The Integrated Musculoskeletal (MSK) services in Herts Valleys have now moved all appointments to either virtual or telephone appointments.

  2. Postponement of Healthwatch activity during the coronavirus outbreak

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    In light of recent Public Health and Healthwatch England advice we have been reviewing our activity in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

  3. Coronavirus Advice – Updated on 19th May 2020

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    In response to the current crisis surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19), please see below some key information that we hope will be useful to the public within Hertfordshire and beyond.

  4. Winter Pressures

    Advice and Information -

    Though winter is often thought of as a cheerful time of festivity and family, the colder months can exacerbate some of the daily challenges of later life, from isolation to fuel poverty.

  5. NHS 111 First

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    To keep urgent NHS services safe and to make sure that they are available for everyone who needs them, an appointment system for urgent and emergency care is being introduced across the country from 1 December.

  6. Temporary change to opening hours for New QEII Hospital Urgent Care Centre due to COVID-19 pandemic

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    From today onwards (Monday 11 January), the New QEII Hospital Urgent Care Centre for minor illnesses and injuries in Welwyn Garden City will close its doors to new patients at 10pm every day. It will reopen at 8am every morning.

  7. How does the NHS in England work and how is it changing?

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    Big changes have been happening across England's health and care system.

  8. NHS Talking Therapies

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    NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression is the new name for Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) mental health services.

  9. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  10. Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?

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    ​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

  11. Staying Well This Winter

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    Our local NHS services are here to help you stay well, safely. Do not delay getting help for your health this winter.

  12. Covid-19 safety measures stay in place at healthcare settings

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    Official message from NHS England - Anyone using or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a face covering and stick to social distancing rules.