Healthwatch Isle Of Wight

Accessing NHS Services over the Easter period.
https://www.isleofwightccg.nhs.uk/…

A child-friendly poster for those needing to explain Coronavirus.

Do you have questions about what you can and can't do at the moment? These may help....

What is the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?
https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/…/whats-d ifference-between-so…

NHS England and NHS Improvement (NHSE&I) has announced that it will require all community pharmacies in England to open from 2pm to 5pm on 10 April 2020 (Good Friday) and 13 April 2020 (Easter Monday).
https://psnc.org.uk/…/covid-19-easter-o pening-hours-for-ph…/
*Please check with your local pharmacy before leaving home as some pharmacies are currently closed and will remain closed for the time being*

Positive Minds - additional support for those who are worried or anxious about their mental well-being.

Coronavirus and pharmacies: your questions answered

Update on treatment for people with cancer.
The NHS has issued guidance on maintaining cancer treatment through the Covid-19 response.
They say that:
... “Essential and urgent cancer treatments must continue. Cancer specialists should discuss with their patients whether it is riskier for them to undergo or to delay treatment at this time. Urgent consideration should be given to consolidating cancer surgery in a COVID-free hub, with centralised triage to prioritise patients based on clinical need.”
Healthwatch Isle of Wight are interested in hearing from people with cancer about their experiences since the introduction of social distancing by the government.
If you would like to contact us please email: enquiries@healthwatchisleofwight.co. uk
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Isle of Wight Coronavirus Support

Information about the way GP Surgeries are changing at the moment.
https://www.isleofwightccg.nhs.uk/…

The Isle of Wight NHS Trust, CCG and 3rd sector partners have produced this booklet, offering advice and information on Looking after your Mental Health during this COVID-19 Pandemic.

Domestic abuse – where to get help during the Covid-19 pandemic