1. If you're pregnant you can now self-refer to start maternity care

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    As soon as you find out you're pregnant, you can now start your antenatal care easily without booking a doctor's appointment.

  2. Improving your journey through health and social care services in MK

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    We're working with the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership on a project to improve how patients experience moving through different health and care services.

  3. What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?

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    The cost-of-living crisis is putting many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some people can afford to pay. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  4. NHS to introduce Martha's rule for hospital patients

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    The rule would act as an extra safeguard for patients or their loved ones who want a second opinion about treatment options, particularly in the event of a suspected deterioration or serious concern on the part of a patient on a hospital ward, or their family or carer.

  5. NHS patients to be offered the chance to travel for treatment

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    NHS patients who have been waiting the longest for treatment will be offered the opportunity to travel to a different hospital, if it means they could be seen sooner.

  6. Women soon able to get contraceptive pill from pharmacies

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    From next month, women in England will be able to get their first prescription of the contraceptive pill at their local pharmacy.

  7. Fairer, more accessible social housing for residents

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    As a direct result of your feedback, Milton Keynes City Council’s Housing Team have made changes to their policy on Social Housing Allocation.

  8. Closed for Christmas

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    Our team will be taking a well-earned break over Christmas.

  9. Integrated Discharge Hub unveiled after our research into experiences of hospital discharge 

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    A new team at Milton Keynes University Hospital that combines professionals across health and social care, will now give residents increased support after a stay in hospital.

  10. Helping young people tackle loneliness

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    We may be more connected than ever through our smartphones and digital tech, but loneliness and feelings of isolation are affecting children and young people.

  11. We've been shortlisted for improving care for D/deaf residents

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    We are proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for a national award for our work helping to improve care for local people.

  12. What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for me?

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    The new Pharmacy First scheme means your local pharmacy can treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

  13. Milton Keynes Sensory Services

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    The service supports adults and children with a sensory loss in Milton Keynes.

  14. Have your say on new rights for patients

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    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.

  15. Merger of Watling Vale, Hilltops and Stony Stratford medical centre.

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    These three local GP practices will merge from 1 July to become Watling Street Practice.

  16. GP 'collective action' affecting patients in Milton Keynes

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    The British Medical Association has announced that GPs will start limiting appointments in immediate action following a dispute over funding levels. Find out how this may affect you.

  17. How your feedback on patient transport has helped local patients

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    The NHS is transferring more services from hospitals to local communities. This was causing problems for people in Milton Keynes who rely on ambulances for patient transport to their appointments.