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Children's mental health: support in MK
Waiting lists for Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) can be very long, so you may be looking for additional support whilst you wait.
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We've been shortlisted for improving care for D/deaf residents
We are proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for a national award for our work helping to improve care for local people.
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Lung health checks for eligible MK residents
Some residents in Milton Keynes are being invited to a free lung health check. If you're eligible, you'll get a letter in the post or a text message.
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Improving the wait for cancer care
In July last year, Healthwatch England (HWE) published their findings of experiences you shared about trying to get cancer care. Thanks to this insight, the NHS has simplified their process so people can better understand what to expect.
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What is measles and who can get the vaccine?
Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.
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Enter and View: Bletchley House care home
We carried out an Enter and View visit of Bletchley House care home. Here are our findings and recommendations.
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Enter and View: Caton House care home
We carried out an Enter and View visit of Caton House care home. Here are our findings and recommendations.
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Gambling support for people in Milton Keynes
The East of England Gambling Service is free and run by the NHS. It offers support to anyone in Milton Keynes affected by gambling.
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Drug and alcohol family support
DAFS (Drug and Alcohol Family Support) are a grass roots voluntary service who support and empower families of people who are living with drug and/or alcohol addiction.
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What homeless people told us about their experience of health and care services
Homeless people have worse mental and physical health than the general population. Healthwatch England have carried out research that shows the issues facing homeless people when they try to access the health and social care they need.
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Can I access my GP records online?
From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.
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