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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women. -
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Following the recurrence of dentistry concerns in the top intelligence trends, we decided to conduct a quick snapshot survey of dentists in Barnsley. -
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A SO-CALLED ‘virtual ward’ which has been brought in by Barnsley Hospital - where patients can access care from home and not face lengthy waiting times - is set to be increased in capacity over the winter due to its success. -
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FEWER children were vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella last year - as just one childhood vaccine for babies in Barnsley met the required target. -
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Our Strategic Advisory Board meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty. -
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‘CRUCIAL’ early detection of prostate cancer is being fatally missed in Barnsley and almost one in five men are being diagnosed at an advanced stage of illness when treatment is too late, new research has revealed. -
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Enter and View is a statutory function of Healthwatch Barnsley allowing us to enter health and social care premises to hear, or see, how people experience the service. -
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated two services run by South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as requires improvement following an inspection in May. -
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Our Strategic Advisory Board meets regularly throughout the year to discuss our strategic direction, what people are telling us and to make sure we are fulfilling our statutory duty. -
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Homeless people have worse mental and physical health than the general population. Our research shows issues with access to the health and social care they need -
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Our brand new newsletter is now available. -
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This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Our new blog brings together some of the key challenges people have shared about cervical screening with local Healthwatch and outlines the steps we are taking nationally to address those. -
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Homocystinuria (HCU) is a rare but potentially serious inherited condition.
It means the body can't process the amino acid methionine. This causes a harmful build-up of substances in the blood and urine. -
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MORE than one in 20 people in Barnsley say they are living with poor health, making the town one of the worst-affected areas in the country. -
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At Healthwatch Barnsley, we aim to provide the best service we can to our community and to make the greatest difference we can to local people. -
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During Hygiene Poverty Awareness Week in October 2023, we spoke to Barnsley people about what hygiene poverty meant to them, their hygiene needs and if they were finding it difficult to buy hygiene products
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Under a new plan published today, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year. Read our response. -
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The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know. -
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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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Encephalitis is an uncommon but serious condition in which the brain becomes inflamed (swollen).
It can be life threatening and requires urgent treatment in hospital.
Anyone can be affected, but the very young and very old are most at risk. -
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Mental health problems are a leading cause of ill-health in the UK. One in six adults in England report experiencing a common mental health problem (like anxiety or depression) in any given week. This unacceptably high level of mental ill-health is our biggest public health challenge -
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‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England.
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More than a third of people in Barnsley have had to go without hygiene or sanitary products due to the cost-of-living crisis. -
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New one-a-day tablet for people with severe hair loss due to alopecia areata recommended by NICE -
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Primary schools and other early years setting are being asked to help us join the fight against tooth decay in Barnsley children. -
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Herbs and spices can liven up your food and add variety. They are also better for your heart health than salt and sugar. -
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The free CONfidence app provides self-help advice and information for people with bladder and bowel leakage, and carers and parents of children with symptoms. -
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Read our response to the increase in fees for NHS dental care. -
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NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates. -
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A partnership with local organisations will transform some parts of the Alhambra Shopping Centre in Barnsley into a health and wellbeing hub for the community. -
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Healthier Together is a partnership project which continues to grow by putting children, young people and family’s needs at the heart of the website. -
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Emma can't afford dental care for their children. Because of stories like hers, we're calling for reform of NHS dentistry. -
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Shock study reveals e-cigs damage DNA just like smoking as top experts warn £5 gadgets loved by teens are 'not as harmless as originally thought' -
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Half of the UK isn’t aware of the life-changing condition that’s as a common in women and those assigned female at birth as diabetes and asthma. -
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A ‘CONCERNING’ surge in the popularity of vaping - particularly among youngsters - will lead to more work being done by health bosses in Barnsley to make all forms of smoking invisible. -
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We need your help so that we can focus our projects on the things that really matter to people living in Barnsley. -
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During December 2023, Healthwatch Barnsley conducted a survey to find out what people in Barnsley really knew about Adult Safeguarding.
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Download an Easy Read version of our 'Have your say' form -
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A HEARTBROKEN mum who lost her son to a rare form of cancer in 2022 is fighting for ‘increased awareness and funding’ - and almost 50,000 have signed a petition to help reach her goal. -
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In the first study of its kind, the BHF Data Science Centre worked with members of the public to conduct a new study to help understand how data from smartphones and wearables (such as fitness watches) could be used to improve cardiovascular health. -
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Sadly, around 1 in 8 known pregnancies will end in miscarriage[i]. -
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Our brand new newsletter is now available. -
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High Ammonia can kill and people are dying because symptoms are often overlooked. -
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William Pett, our Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Research reports that people welcome the launch of Pharmacy First. To harness the potential of community pharmacies, healthcare leaders need to address access barriers. -
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NHS South Yorkshire partners with housing provider to improve the living conditions and health of children with asthma. -
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Rosacea is a long-term skin condition that mainly affects the face. It's more common in women and people with lighter skin, but symptoms can be worse in men. Treatment can help with symptoms. -
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Earlier today, Cabinet members agreed to a series of fee uplifts for Barnsley’s care providers and reviewed our plans for ensuring a sustainable care market to support our communities. -
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The National Pharmacy Association (NPA) has warned of ‘skyrocketing’ levels of pharmacy closures this year. -
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Ewing sarcoma is a type of primary bone cancer (also called bone sarcoma). Sarcomas are rare cancers that develop in the supporting tissues of the body. Supporting tissues include bone, cartilage, tendons, fat and muscle. -
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Take a look at our Annual Report 2023/24 and see how we have helped to make a difference to health and social care for Barnsley people. Find out where we have been, who we have spoken to and our future priorities.