Healthwatch Hartlepool Newsletter - October 2018
02/10/2018
The latest edition of the Healthwatch Hartlepool newsletter has now been published. It includes information on the following:
- Details of local community engagement events taking place in October
- Sir Robert Francis QC confirmed as new Chair of Healthwatch England
- Extra support pledged for GPs this winter
- NHS England and the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) are launching a nationwide campaign to help people understand their eligibility for free prescriptions.
- Come along to our Strictly Mental Health event, celebrating World Mental Health Day
- The Dementia Advisory service based at The Bridge, Villiers Street, Hartlepool, are holding various events in October
- Details of the upcoming 50+Forum Meeting
To view this newsletter please click on the PDF link below. For any questions about any of the topics discussed in this newsletter please contact Tony Leighton at Healthwatch Hartlepool on 01429 288 146
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