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January 2025 Committee Meeting - Healthwatch Gateshead
Read our minutes from the Healthwatch Gateshead Committee Meeting on 14 Jan 2025.
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Latest reports and publication
A Big Conversation about women's health
Women across the North East and North Cumbria have had their say…
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Women’s Health Report: Menopause & HRT
Our report "Lived experiences of women in Gateshead accessing…
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What is a health and care passport?
Have you heard of Health and Care Passports? They're designed to be an easy way to give care professionals all the information they need to…
Your right to an NHS dentist
Does signing up with your dentist work the same way as registering with your GP? If you think the answer is yes, you're not alone.
How to Raise Concerns with Your Practice Manager
At times, patients may have concerns about the services provided by their GP practice. Whether it’s about appointment availability, communication…
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