1. Shaping our workplan: What matters to you?

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    Each year, your local Healthwatch puts together a work programme that reflects the health and social care needs of the area.

  2. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  3. ADHD and autism: Tackling the long wait for support - Healthwatch England

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    Long wait times for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) support can have a severe impact on individuals. We look at what people have already told us and urge you to come forward if you have been affected.

  4. Building Better Opportunities Event

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    We are working in collaboration with The Royal Association for Deaf People to organise an inclusive event with BSL interpreters as part of their Building Better Opportunities (BBO) project.

  5. Strut Safe – Helpline to Keep People Company When Walking Home Alone

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    Strut Safe is a free phone service in the UK to help people who need to feel safe and supported when walking home late at night.

  6. Virtual Visit to the Royal Stoke University Hospital Fracture Clinic

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    Due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus Pandemic and the former suspension of the Enter and View Programme, Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent took the opportunity to pilot a series of virtual visits to ensure that public conversations, experiences and concerns can continually be shared with their local Healthwatch.

  7. ECS Stoke Citizens Inquiry Community Event

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    If you have concerns or ideas on how to improve the community's health and wellbeing, join one of ECS's upcoming Stoke Citizens Inquiry Community Events.

  8. ‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in ten feed back on health services.

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    Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent appeals for more people to feedback on NHS care.

  9. Only 7% of people had a good understanding of gynaecological symptoms before experiencing them

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    When asked if they had a good understanding of gynaecological issues before it happened to them or a friend or family member:
    • Only 5% said they had a good understanding of gynaecological cancers
    • Only 7% said they had a good understanding of gynaecological symptoms
    • 5% said they had a good understanding of HPV (human papilloma virus)
    • 15% said they had a good understanding of cervical screening

  10. How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.