You will find the latest news and articles published by the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System below. Don’t forget to take a look at our latest videos.
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Success at Healthcare Science Week Event
Students from over 30 schools and colleges across Norfolk and Waveney joined a recent Healthcare Science Week event to explore career opportunities in healthcare science. From physiological sciences like audiology, to physical sciences such biome...
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NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board on behalf of the Integrated Care System becomes an NHSE supported Innovation Site (InSite)
NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) on behalf of the Integrated Care System (ICS) is excited to become part of the Clinical Entrepreneur Programme (CEP) Innovation Sites (InSites) programme. InSites brings together NHS provider organ...
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Pharmacies open during the Easter bank holidays
NHS Norfolk and Waveney has commissioned several community pharmacies to be open during the upcoming Easter bank holidays across Norfolk and Waveney.The poster below shows the opening hours for pharmacies on Sunday 31st March (Easter Sunday) and Mon...
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Cancer patients collaborate with NHS to launch new support toolkit
People in Norfolk and Waveney living with cancer have collaborated with the NHS to develop a new resource to support others diagnosed with cancer in the future. The Norfolk and Waveney Cancer Information Toolkit has been launched today (6 March) ...
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Get started on preventative hay fever medicines now so they’re ready when you need them
Did you know it can take up to two months for many of the preventative hay fever medicines to become fully effective? That’s why NHS Norfolk and Waveney is urging people who are usually affected by hayfever to start taking their preventative hay ...
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Health leaders praise hard work and commitment of staff as NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board progresses out of national support
NHS England has confirmed that NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) is no longer in NHS oversight framework (NOF) segment 4 and has been removed from the Recovery Support Programme (RSP), formerly known as “special measures”. NHS N...
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Minister visits Thetford Healthy Living Centre following £2.8m NHS refurbishment
Lord Markham, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Health and Social Care, visited the Thetford Healthy Living Centre on Friday 23 February to tour the facility which has benefited from a £2.8m NHS capital investment to refu...
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NHS advice for Norfolk and Waveney residents who seek help during junior doctor industrial action this February
Norfolk and Waveney residents are reminded on how to seek help from the NHS if they feel unwell this February, as the British Medical Association (BMA) and Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association (HCSA) have announced that junior doctors wi...
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NHS in Norfolk and Waveney to develop new service to support vulnerable and digitally excluded patients manage repeat prescriptions as it announces closure of Prescription Ordering Direct service
Health leaders in Norfolk and Waveney have today revealed plans to develop a new service to support the most vulnerable and digitally excluded patients across our health and care system with their repeat medication requests. The move comes follow...
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Careers fair for Norfolk and Waveney students interested in Healthcare Science
Local school students and university students across Norfolk and Waveney are encouraged to attend a special event during Healthcare Science Week, to find out about careers in healthcare science this March. The event will showcase a wide selection...
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Pharmacy First service in Norfolk and Waveney
NHS England launched the Pharmacy First service on 31 January. Under this service, community pharmacies across England will be able to provide a wider range of clinical treatments to the public. The introduction of this service is designed to hel...
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NHS App
The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services and information on your smartphone or tablet. Millions of people are already using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way from the comfort of their homes.If you are ov...
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First look behind the scenes of the new build health hub in King’s Lynn
Over 25 guests braved the January weather to have a first look tour of the site of the King’s Lynn Health Hub on Nar Ouse Way, King’s Lynn. The centre at Nar Ouse Way is due to house a range of primary care services, as well as a maternity hub ...
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Suffolk local area partnership commits to urgent improvements to SEND services and apologises to families
Ofsted and CQC Inspection Report finds significant concerns with SEND services The Local Area Partnership promise urgent action to accelerate and strengthen improvement plans Senior leaders offer joint apology to Suffolk families The part...
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Have your say on our long-term plans for NHS dental services
NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB is launching a 4-week period of public and stakeholder engagement around our long-term plans to commission NHS dental services in Norfolk and Waveney. From Wednesday 24 January to Wednesday 21 February, we are asking a...
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Norfolk and Waveney residents urged to plan ahead during junior doctor industrial action across the New Year period
Norfolk and Waveney residents are urged not to delay seeking help from the NHS if they feel unwell this winter, as the British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that junior doctors will undertake a total of nine days of joint industrial action...
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Thank you from system leaders of the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board
We would like to start by extending our thanks to each and every one of you for working so hard to provide care and support to our communities during these last few challenging months and especially over this week of Industrial Action. Whether you h...
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Hybrid closed loop technology recommended for many people living with type 1 diabetes
The National Institute of Health Care and Excellence (NICE) has announced final appraisal recommendations on hybrid closed-loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. This represents a huge advance in glucose management for...
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National recognition for primary care at London awards ceremony
Primary care in Norfolk and Waveney scooped two prestigious national awards earlier this month at the annual General Practice Awards held in London on Friday 8th December. The Vulnerable Adult Service (VAS), which was previously run by OneNorwich...
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Quarter of a million more general practice appointments in the East of England during October as costs of “no-shows” revealed
NHS England has revealed that there were nearly four million appointments across general practice (GP) in the East of England in October 2023. This is an increase of more than a quarter of a million more appointments made available in comparison wit...
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Christmas and New Years pharmacy opening hours
NHS Norfolk and Waveney has commissioned several community pharmacies to be open during the festive bank holidays across Norfolk and Waveney.The poster below shows the opening hours for pharmacies on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Years Day. How...
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Two local care providers awarded contracts for four OneNorwich Practices services
Two local healthcare providers have been awarded caretaker contracts for four of the healthcare services provided by OneNorwich Practices, securing ongoing service provision for thousands of patients. North Norfolk Primary Care, an alliance of GP...
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Increased funding for urgent and emergency care to tackle winter pressures
Norfolk County Council has received £1.9 million in order to support the resilience of urgent and emergency care services this winter. The grant, given by the Department of Health and Social Care will increase the capacity of Adult Social Care du...
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National Booking System (NBS) for flu and covid vaccination closes 14 December
Local NHS colleagues are urging those who have not yet come forward for their autumn COVID vaccination or their annual flu jab, to book their vaccination within the next two weeks. From today (30 November), there will be just two weeks available ...
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Make getting protected at the top of your Christmas list!
Local NHS colleagues are urging those who haven’t yet come forward for their autumn COVID vaccination or their annual flu jab, should do so without delay. To stay protected this autumn, it is not too late for those who are eligible for thei...
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New approach to ensure people receive the right care when leaving hospital
A new programme to help improve the way people are discharged from hospital back into the community, has been launched. The Right Care NoW approach aims to streamline the discharge process, reducing the length of time people stay in hospital,...
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New joint project to review barriers to research participation in palliative care
NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB development project aiming to reduce the structural barrier to research participation for people with impaired capacity approaching the end of life has been successfully funded. Dr Caroline Barry, Palliative and...
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What is Antimicrobial Resistance and why is it important?
Antimicrobial resistance is when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time, so they no longer respond to medicines. This can result in easier spread of disease, severe illness and even death. The main reason for antimicrobial resist...
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KNOW YOUR RISK, KNOW YOUR RESPONSE this World Diabetes Day
Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System are promoting the upcoming World Diabetes Day which takes place on 14 November 2023. 1 in 10 adults worldwide have diabetes. Over 90% have type 2 diabetes. Close to half are not yet diagnosed. Diabete...
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Winter campaign launches to support residents to stay Warm and Well
Supported by local health and care organisations in Norfolk and Waveney the latest Warm and Well Campaign is being launched to help us all stay as well as possible during the cold months ahead. The campaign encourages Norfolk and Waveney resident...
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Launch of new Occupational Therapy resource guides to support families and children across Norfolk and Waveney
Two new comprehensive resource guides, designed and published by the Norfolk and Waveney Paediatric Occupational Therapy Services, are being made available to local families, health and care professionals and schools. These resources cater to chi...
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Changes to prescribing policy will release funding for other NHS services
Hundreds of thousands of pounds are spent every year on prescriptions for medicines and preparations that aren’t clinically effective or cost effective. NHS Norfolk and Waveney is updating its prescribing policies to reduce the amount of money sp...
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More than a million people in the East of England are winter-ready after flu or Covid vaccine
Record numbers receive both vaccines together amid rise in Covid cases The lifesaving NHS winter vaccination programme has delivered more than 1 million Covid and 1.37 million flu vaccines to people most at risk across the East of England ...
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Joint statement from OneNorwich Practices and NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board
The NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) has been working closely with the Board and executive management team at OneNorwich Practices Limited (OneNorwich Practices) in recent months to support the organisation while it undertook an i...
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New partnership service to help people recover at home
People needing help when they leave hospital are set to benefit from a new community service, to help them recover at home. The Norfolk and Waveney Community Support Service (NWCSS), will be led by Voluntary Norfolk, the British Red Cross and Age...
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Get your child #winterstrong with their annual flu vaccination.
Flu season is just around the corner, and now is the time to get protected. If you are a parent of eligible pre-schoolers, make sure that you book your child in with their GP practice for the nasal spray that protects against flu. The flu va...
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Age UK Norwich and UEA team up to tackle dangerous dehydration in older people
Age UK Norwich and experts from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have teamed up to tackle dehydration in later life, producing new resources aimed at older people and professionals. 1 in 4 older people are dehydrated[i],many without realisi...
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Norfolk and Waveney Primary Care Network mental health teams shortlisted for national award
An innovative scheme launched by Primary Care Networks (PCNs) across Norfolk and Waveney has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award, as part of the General Practice awards 2023. A team of skilled mental health nurses, working in genera...
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Funded opportunity available!
Do you want to lead a working group to support the implementation of the ICS Research and Innovation Strategy? We are seeking four people to lead working groups between 1st December-31st March 2024 in each of the following areas: Focused on o...
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Health colleagues gearing up for ‘The Big Weekend’ of vaccinations
This weekend health colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney are urging those who are eligible to come forward for their COVID-19 vaccination. Extra slots have been made available this weekend (14 and 15 October) for COVID-19 vaccinations. Many slot...
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NHS diabetic eye screening intervals are changing for people at lower risk of diabetic retinopathy
From October 2023, the NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme will start screening people at lower risk of diabetic retinopathy every two years. To be eligible for the change, a person will need to have had two consecutive eye screens showing no si...
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Doctors, nurses and senior leaders join ambulance crews on the road to help reduce delays for patients
Doctors, nurses and health and social care leaders are jumping on board ambulances in Norfolk and Waveney to bring new eyes to the fight to end delays for patients. The teams will join colleagues at East of England Ambulance Service Trust this we...
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Free antenatal support now available on the WOW bus in Great Yarmouth
On Thursday 12 October the WoW Bus (Wellness on Wheels) is out and about and making a stop in Great Yarmouth for a dedicated parent and carer event offering free maternity, parenting and family advice and support. The bus will also be making a stop ...
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Over 32,000 people in the East of England have now had free Targeted Lung Health Checks
Over 32,000 residents in the East of England have now come forward for free Targeted Lung Health Checks (TLHCs), with 92,000 people having received an invitation and more invites on the way, health professionals are encouraging people to book their ...
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Highly praised Admission Prevention Service expanded across all of Norfolk and Waveney
Local charity, Julian Support, has just announced the expansion of its highly acclaimed Admission Prevention Service, thanks to continued funding from NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB). From October 1 2023, Julian Support, who s...
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Have your say on Prescription Ordering Direct service proposals
This survey is now closed. Please check back for further updates in the coming weeks. Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to complete the survey and provide feedback. NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) is keen to hear fr...
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Give your heart some love on World Heart Day 2023
World Heart Day is a reminder to everyone around the world to take care of their heart. On 29th September of every year, we draw everyone’s attention to heart illness and related health issues. Did you know that your heart is the size of your...
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Vaccination sites ready to support Autumn/Winter 2023/2024 COVID-19 Vaccination Programme
FOR THE LATEST WALK-IN SITES PLEASE CLICK HERE A large-scale vaccination site has been resurrected at Paddock Road Surgery in Harleston. A walk-in option will be available from Tuesday 26 September for two weeks then appointments will also be ...
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More space for services as planned extension to Attleborough Surgeries is approved
Patients of Attleborough Surgeries will soon be seeing the benefits of extra space at Station Road Surgery after planning permission has been received for a new modular extension to the practice. Historically the practice’s 21 clinical rooms ha...
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Local community events to celebrate voluntary services across Norfolk and Waveney
Local residents across Norfolk and Waveney are invited to special volunteering “Wellfest” events to celebrate the difference voluntary activity makes across health and social care this October. Local volunteering teams from both the voluntary se...
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Important information for Norfolk and Waveney residents during consultant and junior doctor strikes across September and October
Norfolk and Waveney residents are urged not to delay seeking help from the NHS if they feel unwell, as the British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that junior doctors and consultants will undertake four days of joint industrial action in Sep...
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Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) Partners Invited to Inaugural Digital Connect Workshop
Digital Teams from across Norfolk and Waveney health and care organisations are pleased to extend an invitation to all ICS partners for the inaugural Digital Connect Workshop scheduled for Friday 10 November 2023. Taking place at Dunston Hall in Nor...
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Supporting World Suicide Prevention Day this Sunday 10 September 2023
As part of World Suicide Prevention Day this Sunday, NHS Norfolk and Waveney is highlighting to our staff, people and communities, local resources and support organisations that can help if you have been impacted by suicide. 24-hour specialist me...
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Free antenatal support now available on the WOW bus
On Monday 4 September the WoW Bus (Wellness on Wheels) is out and about and making a stop in Lowestoft for a dedicated parent and carer event. This free event is a ‘drop-in’ opportunity for all parents and carers who want to know more about the e...
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Living Well with Diabetes Day event coming to Norfolk to support people with type 2 diabetes
Diabetes UK Midlands and East in partnership with Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System are inviting people living with type 2 diabetes to attend a whole-day event in Norwich on the 26th of September. This is an opportunity to listen to talk...
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NHS flu and COVID vaccine programmes brought forward due to risk of new COVID variant
Millions of eligible people will now be offered a covid vaccine from 11 September, in line with the latest expert guidance on the new covid variant. This change follows an announcement by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) and the UK...
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Update on the Primary Care Access Recovery Plan in Norfolk and Waveney
The NHS and Department of Health and Social Care published their delivery plan for recovering access to Primary Care in May. This plan sets out how the NHS will make it easier and more convenient for patients to get the help they need from ...
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Two new healthcare hubs for Norfolk and Waveney get the green light
Two new-build healthcare facilities in King’s Lynn and Rackheath have been given the go ahead after the full business case for each development was approved by NHS England today (22 August). The two new healthcare hubs form part of a £25.2m capit...
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Residents in Norfolk and Waveney are reminded to use health and care services wisely ahead of planned industrial action and the August Bank Holiday
People in Norfolk and Waveney are being urged to use health and care services wisely ahead of planned industrial action and the August Bank Holiday to help ensure that care is available to patients who need it most.The British Medical Association (B...
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Norfolk and Waveney Acute Hospital Collaborative Selects MEDITECH as Supplier for New Electronic Patient Record System
The Norfolk and Waveney Acute Hospital Collaborative is pleased to announce that after a rigorous procurement process, MEDITECH, a world leader in integrated digital systems, has been selected as the supplier for their new Electronic Patient Record ...
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NHS in Norfolk and Waveney poised to begin offering autumn COVID-19 and flu booster vaccinations
People in Norfolk and Waveney who are eligible for COVID-19 and flu vaccines this autumn are being encouraged to come forward when they are invited to do so. The COVID-19 vaccination programme is now entering its third autumn season. Vaccinations...
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State-of-the-art therapy-led reablement unit to be built at Norwich Community Hospital
£19.3 million Department of Health and Social Care funding for the Norfolk community NHS trust will enable it to improve transition for patients from hospital care to the community. Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust (NCH&C) has...
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Access to COVID treatments – from Monday 14 August
The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill. Health experts have looked at the health conditions which put people at the highest risk from coronavirus. Some patients in this highest ri...
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Norwich partners work together to help vulnerable residents
Norwich-based INTERACT, a partnership of local authorities, NHS and voluntary sector organisations, which is helping vulnerable residents improve their housing situation and home environment with a co-ordinated approach of practical support, has sec...
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New health hub at Nar Ouse Way in King’s Lynn receives planning permission
People and communities in King’s Lynn are one step closer to a new health hub as planning permission for a new-build site at Nar Ouse Way has been approved by the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. Now that planning permission has b...
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COVID-19 vaccinations for people with a severely weakened immune system
Additional vaccines for people with a severely weakened immune system If you develop a new health condition or start treatment that severely weakens your immune system, you may need additional protection before autumn 2023. How to get an addit...
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Medication supply issues: glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists (used for patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity)
The NHS is currently facing supply issues with a group of medications known as the glucagon-like peptide receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), a range of drugs used for managing blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Some people with obesity ...
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New build for St James Medical Practice celebrates progress as first roof tile installed
St James's Medical Practice celebrated progress today as the first roof tile was laid on its new medical centre in King’s Lynn. The Rt Honourable Patricia Hewitt, Chair of NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board, visited the site and signed...
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Access to COVID treatments
The NHS offers treatment to people with COVID-19 who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill. Health experts have looked at the health conditions which put people at the highest risk from coronavirus. Some patients in this highest ri...
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Hop on board the Wellness on Wheels Bus at Latitude Festival
A team of health and care staff will once again be at this year’s Latitude festival (20-23 July), providing advice on board the wellness bus for festival goers. Festival goers will be able to hop onto the Wellness on Wheels (WoW) Bus fo...
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Norfolk and Waveney mental health services remain available for those in crisis during industrial action
Residents in Norfolk and Waveney are reminded that support will continue to be available for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis during planned industrial action by doctors this week. It is really important for people to attend any appoint...
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Just B support line set up to listen to people in Norfolk and Suffolk
A new support service has been set up to listen to people who have been affected by the recently published report on mortality data and processes at Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT). Just B, an independent northern charity is avail...
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Norfolk and Waveney Digital Social Care Team Shortlisted for Prestigious HSJ Award
The Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) Digital Health and Social Care Team has been selected as one of nine finalists for the Virtual or Remote Care Initiative of the Year at the highly esteemed HSJ Patient Safety Awards. This national ...
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Residents in Norfolk and Waveney urged to use health and care services wisely ahead of planned industrial action
Residents in Norfolk and Waveney are being urged to think NHS 111 first and to only attend an Emergency Department if it’s absolutely necessary to ensure that care is available to patients who need it most during planned industrial action by doctors...
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Health and care priorities set to drive transformation of the future
Today, the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) has published its first ever joint forward plan. After engaging with thousands of residents and staff to create future priorities, this vital plan will shape the future of health and care s...
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We need your help to shape health and care services in the community
We want to hear from you, our residents and staff who make up our communities across Norfolk and Waveney. Hundreds of people helpfully shared their views earlier this year about what they think we should focus on, to improve health and care servi...
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£86m investment in three new diagnostic centres to be built at region’s hospitals
People across Norfolk and Waveney will be able to have imaging faster and earlier diagnoses thanks to three new diagnostic centres set to be built in the region over the next two years. A project to create new outpatient imaging buildings ...
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Independent review published on mortality reporting and recording at the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
An independent review which examined the reporting of patient deaths at the Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT), has today been published. The review – Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust’s Mortality Recording and Reporting – was und...
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Health and care leaders thank staff for their hard work and commitment as the Norfolk and Waveney health and care system celebrates first birthday
As the Norfolk and Waveney health and care system prepares to celebrate its first birthday health leaders are taking the opportunity to thank staff for their ongoing hard work and commitment. Since last July each part of the country has had what ...
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Response to a letter from Healthwatch Norfolk about the national Right Care, Right Person model
NHS Norfolk and Waveney received a letter from Healthwatch Norfolk, asking how NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB and the wider health and care system is planning to respond to the recently announced right care, right person model. Our response, with su...
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The countdown is on – get vaccinated before the end June
It’s not too late to make sure those eligible you are topped up with their COVID-19 vaccination. NHS colleagues are on hand to make sure you have the protection you need as they continue to vaccinate those who are eligible. Spring vaccinations...
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How you make a complaint about primary care services is changing on 1 July 2023
You have the right to make a complaint about any aspect of NHS care, treatment or service. This is written into the NHS Constitution on GOV.UK. From 1 July 2023, the way members of the public make a complaint about Primary Care services to the c...
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Executive Medical Director Blog: June 2023 – Dr Frankie Swords
The weather is hotting up and our system remains incredibly pressured. Thank you to everyone across our Norfolk and Waveney health and care system for all your continued hard work and commitment. I’d like to focus this month on the forthcoming in...
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Know your symptoms this Diabetes Week 2023
Local NHS colleagues are promoting the upcoming Diabetes Week which takes place this year between 12 - 18 June. Diabetes Week is all about supporting those people who are living with diabetes but also highlights symptoms for those who mig...
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Norfolk and Waveney residents urged to “Think 111” and to be prepared ahead of junior doctors’ Industrial Action
Residents in Norfolk and Waveney are being urged to think NHS 111 first and to only attend an Emergency Department if it’s absolutely necessary to ensure that care is available to patients who need it most during planned industrial action by junior ...
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Stay safe as temperatures set to rise
With temperatures set to rise across Norfolk and Waveney over the weekend and into next week, we’re reminding people how to stay sun safe this summer. Although most of us welcome the summer sun, high temperatures and an increase in UV levels can...
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Personal experiences help shape the future of local cancer services
Local patients, carers and staff came together at an event organised by Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) to help shape the future of local cancer services.The event held at Centrum in Norwich on Thursday 27 April saw around 50 people ...
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Network of Escalation Avoidance Teams (NEAT) Privacy Notice
How we use your information To enable us to identify and deliver your health and social care needs, we must keep records about you, your health and the care we have planned to provide for you. We are committed to protecting your privacy and pe...
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The first Research and Innovation strategy for Norfolk and Waveney
The Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) has published its first research and innovation strategy. Research has a central role to play in providing the evidence we need so we can improve services and quality of care. It can also help to ...
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Norfolk and Waveney say a big “thank you” to volunteers this National Volunteers’ Week – 1 – 7 June, 2023
National Volunteers’ Week provides an opportunity to reflect and say “thank you” to all volunteers as they continue to work tirelessly to support health and social care services across Norfolk and Waveney. The celebration week will also recognise...
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Antenatal support now available on the WOW bus
On 15 June the WOW Bus (Wellness on Wheels) is out and about and making a stop in Cromer for a dedicated parent and carer event. This free event is a ‘drop-in’ opportunity for all parents and carers who want to know more about the early years of ...
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Over 97% adult care home visited
NHS colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney have been working around the clock to support the spring rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination. Care homes across Norfolk and Waveney have been included in the programme and over 77% residents have been vac...
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Healthcare in Norfolk and Waveney receives a massive boost
Healthcare in Norfolk and Waveney received a massive boost yesterday (Thursday 25 May) as the Government confirmed plans and funding for new hospitals in our area. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King’s Lynn NHS Foundation Trust (QEH) has been added...
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New ‘Stop the Abuse’ campaign urges people in Norfolk and Waveney to be kind to health and care staff
A powerful new health and care campaign has been launched in Norfolk and Waveney in a bid to tackle bullying and harassment and urges people to be kind to staff. The aim of the campaign, which is being run by NHS Norfolk and Waveney on behalf of ...
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Norwich Wellbeing Hub to host NHS Health Checks
From May, Norwich’s Castle Quarter Wellbeing Hub will offer a free NHS Health Check for Norfolk residents aged 40-74.The 20–30-minute check-up will tell you your risk of developing health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and...
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Help Us, Help You – Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
This Wednesday, 17 May is World Hypertension Day and local people are being encouraged to get their blood pressure checked so they know their numbers and can seek help if they need it. High blood pressure, or hypertension, rarely causes...
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New campaign launches to raise the profile of Primary Care services
Health professionals working across Primary Care support our health in so many ways. NHS Norfolk and Waveney is launching a campaign to help raise the profile of Primary Care services and support patients to understand how they can get the best f...
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New Deputy Medical Director appointed to NHS Norfolk and Waveney
Dr Andy Griffiths OBE, a consultant anaesthetist and senior clinical leader who has served extensively both within the NHS and Armed Forces across the United Kingdom and overseas, has been appointed Deputy Medical Director at NHS Norfolk and Waveney...
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Recognising the professionalism and dedication of nurses, midwives and all healthcare staff across Norfolk and Waveney on International Nurses Day – 12 May, 2023
Nurses, midwives and healthcare staff across Norfolk and Waveney are being recognised for the vital contribution they make on International Nurses Day (IND) on Friday 12 May, 2023. This year, which is particularly poignant as 2023 also marks the ...
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Know your risk this diabetes prevention week – 22 – 28 May
Diabetes is a growing concern in Norfolk and Waveney with just under 72,000 people now living with diabetes. There are two main types of diabetes – Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetes requires lifelong treatment with insulin therapy and is not pre...
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“We have listened” say health leaders as NHS Norfolk and Waveney recommends keeping Norwich Walk-in Centre open
Health bosses at NHS Norfolk and Waveney have listened to feedback provided by local people about the future of the Norwich Walk-in Centre and are recommending it stays open. The news comes as the organisation today publishes the report into find...
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Don’t get left behind – get protected today!
COVID-19 is still around us and can make people very ill. If you’ve only had one COVID-19 vaccination, or you’ve not had one at all, you can still get the vaccine until 30 June. NHS COVID vaccines have saved countless lives, kept tens of thous...
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Norwich Wellbeing Hub to host NHS Health Checks
From May, Norwich’s Castle Quarter Wellbeing Hub will offer a free NHS Health Check for Norfolk residents aged 40-74. The 20–30-minute check-up will tell you your risk of developing health problems such as heart disease, diabetes, kidney di...
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Residents in Norfolk and Waveney are advised to choose health and care services wisely during industrial action this May Bank Holiday
Residents in Norfolk and Waveney advised to choose health and care services wisely as RCN industrial action set to take place over May Bank Holiday People in Norfolk and Waveney are being urged to use health and care services wisely to help ensur...
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Response to junior doctors Industrial Action (11 – 15 April, 2023)
Dear Colleagues On behalf of the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) we would like to personally thank you all and recognise the dedication and hard work shown to maintain patient safety during the recent junior doctor’s industrial ...
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Spring vaccinations now available – get yours today!
NHS colleagues are now continuing to vaccinate the remainder of those eligible from today, 17th April 2023. The spring campaign started with care home residents and now those who are aged 75 and over and those who are at risk, can now be vaccinated....
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National Creative Health Associates Programme
The National Centre for Creative Health (NCCH) is delighted to announce the Creative Health Associates Programme. Funded by Arts Council England and delivered by NCCH, the Creative Health Associates programme will see seven Creative Health Associate...
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Get ready for your Spring COVID-19 vaccinations
NHS colleagues are gearing up for the next campaign for COVID-19. The spring COVID-19 vaccination will begin from 3 April. The campaign is set to commence with care home residents on the 3 April and with the remainder of those eligible to start f...
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Let’s get serious about type 2 diabetes in Norfolk and Waveney: Know your risk
Every two minutes someone finds out that they have type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can be a very serious health condition that can cause long term health problems. If you have diabetes, you can be more at risk of developing certain types of ...
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NHS moves towards local decision-making on face masks
As of 3 April, individual healthcare providers in Norfolk and Waveney will decide upon their own guidelines regarding mask use, based on the level of risk in their local setting, and will communicate these guidelines with staff and patients. This...
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Be prepared and think 111 first during Easter and junior doctor Industrial Action strike
People are being urged to plan ahead and to choose NHS 111 first for any urgent health needs during the Easter bank holiday weekend and the planned industrial action planned for the four days after that. The British Medical Association (BMA), alo...
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Health checks now available on the WOW Bus
Health and care providers are gearing up to offer health checks on the WOW bus this week. The Wellness on Wheels (WOW) bus has been traveling across Norfolk and Waveney offering COVID-19 vaccinations as well as screening, advice, and support. Thi...
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Notice of upcoming delegation of Primary Care services to NHS Norfolk and Waveney
Primary Care is made of four different services: General Practice, Pharmaceutical (which includes dispensing and distance selling), Ophthalmic, and Dental services. Following the passing of the Health and Care Act 2022, on 1 July 2022 all Integra...
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Connect & Volunteer – Calling all willing volunteers in Beccles and Great Yarmouth area
Local health and social care organisations are urging people from the Beccles and Great Yarmouth area to spring into action and find out more about how they can get involved in volunteering for their local community this April. Norfolk and ...
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Diabetes and Ramadan
Ramadan in 2023 will run from on or around Wednesday 22 March for 29 or 30 days, ending with Eid al-Fitr, a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide. During the holy month of Ramadan, the Qur'an requires Muslims to fast from sunrise to s...
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Prescribing treatment for Hypoglycaemia in Norfolk and Waveney
The NHS in Norfolk and Waveney has long standing guidelines on the treatment of hypoglycaemia which were last reviewed in September 2021 and are in line with national recommendations. These guidelines have not changed. Recommendations from NICE and ...
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Response to junior doctors Industrial Action (13 – 16 March)
Dear colleagues, We are writing again to personally thank you all for your dedication and hard work you have shown over the last few days to help keep patients safe and minimise disruption during the junior doctor’s industrial action across Norfo...
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Residents in Norfolk and Waveney advised to choose health and care services wisely as industrial action continues
People in Norfolk and Waveney are being urged to use health and care services wisely over the coming days to help ensure that care is available to patients who need it most. Health and care services in Norfolk and Waveney are seeing high levels o...
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New health and care record system to help improve care across Norfolk and Waveney
The Norfolk and Waveney Shared Care Record (ShCR) officially launches soon as health and care organisations work together to improve care services for the people and communities across the area. The new digital record viewing system is part...
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Most vulnerable to be offered spring COVID-19 booster
The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has confirmed its advice for a 2023 spring coronavirus (COVID-19) booster programme. In January 2023, the committee advised preparations should begin for potential booster programmes in s...
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Hay fever – not to be sniffed at
The NHS is urging people to start taking their preventative hay fever medicines now to help build up their resilience for when the pollen count rises this month and into the spring. Hay fever affects one in four people in the UK and is an ...
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Plans for investments in primary care facilities in King’s Lynn area
As partner organisations within the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS), NHS Norfolk and Waveney and Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk have been working together to drive forward improvements in healthcare and general prac...
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A message to all medical staff while we prepare for planned industrial action 13- 16 March
On behalf of the medical directors and chief medical officers of all trusts across Norfolk and Waveney Dear Colleagues, I am writing to thank you personally for the continued hard work and commitment you have provided to our patients across No...
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Join Norfolk’s Start for Life Parent and Carer Panel to help shape services for children under two
Norfolk’s children and young people alliance is looking for pregnant people and parents and carers of children under two to join their ‘Start for Life’ parent and carer panel to help shape the design of services that support families with young chil...
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Update on the “Providing general practice services in Norwich” consultation – notification of upcoming pre-election period
NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) will soon be entering into the pre-election period. This will have an impact on the way that the ICB is able to go about its work. The pre-election period, sometimes called “purdah,” occurs in t...
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New recruitment campaign to support pharmacist recruitment across Norfolk and Waveney
Aspiring entry level pharmacists are being urged to come to Norfolk and Waveney to develop their career with a new pharmacy training programme. The Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System STAR initiative (which is an acronym for Start, T...
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There’s still time to have your say on the Norwich general practice services consultation
Health leaders at NHS Norfolk and Waveney are continuing to urge the public to have their say in the Norwich general practice services survey as the consultation period approaches the half-way point. The nine-week consultation, which launched 24 ...
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Hop on the WOW bus
Don’t miss your chance to hop on board the WOW Bus today! Over the coming weeks, the WOW bus will be traveling for miles across Norfolk and Waveney to support those who need extra help with their health and care. Services that are currently offer...
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Norfolk to benefit from new Family Hubs and Start for Life funding
Children and parents in Norfolk are to benefit from a new cradle to career approach to family support. The government has just announced that Norfolk County Council will be one of 75 local authorities receiving some of the £302m new Family Hubs a...
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NHS issues final call to come forward for COVID booster
The NHS is encouraging people to come forward for their COVID booster before the offer, part of the biggest and most successful programme in health history, ends next month.The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has today ad...
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Green light for Norfolk and Waveney’s Acute Hospital Electronic Patient Record
The financial plan to implement Norfolk and Waveney’s three acute hospital Electronic Patient Record (EPR) has been approved by the three Trust Boards and NHS England. The new digital patient record solution, which will improve staff and patient ...
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New site all set and ready to open this week
NHS staff are gearing up for the Norwich vaccination centre move from City Hall to Castle Quarter. COVID-19 vaccinations will continue to be available at City Hall until Monday 30 January. A new centre will open in Castle Quarter from Thursday 2 ...
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New Year… New career? Health and social care careers bus to tour Norfolk and Waveney to support local job seekers to discover new opportunities
Local health and social care organisations in Norfolk and Waveney will be touring the region this January and February, visiting a number of towns and communities to bring health and social care careers advice to local job seekers. Members of the...
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Working together to reduce system pressures
For all staff across the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) Dear colleagues, As you know, over the last few months, we have experienced unprecedented pressures across our health and care system and we know you have been working u...
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The importance of having your say in the Norwich general practice services consultation
NHS Norfolk and Waveney is running a public consultation on options for the future of several general practice services in Norwich. The Walk-in Centre (WiC), Vulnerable Adults Service – Inclusion Health Hub (VAS), and GP Practice on Rouen Road ar...
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Local NHS issues final call to come forward for COVID-19 Booster
NHS colleagues in Norfolk and Waveney are reminding those who have not yet come forward and are eligible to have their COVID-19 autumn Booster. People are asked to get protected before the programme comes to an end in February 2023. The Jo...
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NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB receives funding boost to increase diversity in research
NHS Norfolk and Waveney ICB’s research and evaluation team has received funding from NHS England’s Accelerated Access Collaborative initiative to enhance the diversity of those taking part in research in Great Yarmouth and Waveney (GY&W). ...
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Have your say on how general practice services are delivered in Norwich
NHS Norfolk and Waveney has launched a public consultation today, 24 January, on its plans to transform how general practice services are delivered in the wider Norwich area. It will be asking members of the public and stakeholders for their view...
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COVID-19 vaccination site ready to move
COVID-19 vaccination site ready to move NHS staff are working hard to prepare for the move from City Hall to Castle Quarter for Norwich’s large vaccination centre. COVID-19 vaccinations will continue to be available at City Hall until Monday 3...
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Special delivery for two award-winning Norfolk Midwives
The country’s top midwife – Professor Jacqueline Dunkley-Bent – had a special delivery for midwives, Alana Hunt and Delyse Maidman when she presented them with a Chief Midwifery Officer’s Silver Award this week. Alana and Delyse are midwives in t...
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Chief Nurse for Social Care visits Norfolk and Waveney care homes that are centres of community learning
Three Norfolk care homes have received a visit from Deborah Sturdy, the first Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, in recognition of their achievements in a care home development programme that has seen them become centres of community learning. Th...
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East of England NHS leaders urge eligible people to get their free flu jab as numbers in hospital remain high
NHS leaders in the east of England are urging eligible people to get their free NHS flu vaccine as thousands of people across the country are still in hospital with flu and hundreds in critical care, as levels of flu circulating remains high. Wit...
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Join us for the first Patient and Communities Committee of the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board
A new committee of the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) will meet for the first time on Monday 23 January, 2023 and you are invited to attend virtually. The Patient and Communities Committee will provide NHS Norfolk and Waveney wit...
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New Digital Transformation Strategy aims to improve and save lives using technology
The Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) has developed a digital transformation strategy to help improve the lives of people and communities across the area. Highlighting the need to invest more in technology, the Digital Transformati...
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Ofsted says Children’s Services in Norfolk are “good”
Inspectors have praised Children’s Services at Norfolk County Council, judging the authority as “good” and highlighting “exemplary” and “exceptional” areas of practice. In an inspection report published today (Friday 13 January), Ofsted said “sig...
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Local health and social care recruitment events to support hundreds of job seekers in the new year
Local NHS Trusts and social care providers across Norfolk and Waveney are hosting recruitment events for job seekers to kick-start their career in health and social care in the new year. Members of the public will have an opportunity to meet staf...
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Let’s talk…Mental Health
This survey is now closed. A report will be compiled of the results and shared soon. Let's talk...Mental Health. In 2019 the Norfolk and Waveney Health and Care Partnership set out strategies for Adult Mental Health and Children and Young Peo...
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Norfolk and Waveney’s health and care system experiencing high demand for services
With health and care services in Norfolk and Waveney extremely busy caring for some very sick patients, people are being urged to use services wisely and to look after themselves. It is really important people do not delay seeking help from the N...
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As 2022 draws to a close…
It’s fair to say that during 2022, health and care services have seen significant demand and challenge. But as always, health and care staff across Norfolk and Waveney have risen to the challenge, persisted with issues grappling health and care s...
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Letter from Chief Nurses and Medical Directors across Norfolk and Waveney
Dear colleagues, As a system we are experiencing unprecedented pressures and we know that everyone is working under very difficult circumstances and at times, in ways that we would not normally ask of you. Thank you for demonstrating such care, c...
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Housing with care flats helping people leave hospital
10 Housing with Care flats across Norfolk are being used to support people who are medically fit but need care at home to leave hospital. People will temporarily move from a hospital bed to a flat in a Housing with Care scheme for up to fo...
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Christmas opening times for COVID-19 vaccinations
There is still time to get your COVID-19 Autumn booster which are available across Norfolk and Waveney. Over the festive period, slots are still available to keep you protected for your COIVD-19 Autumn Booster. Queen Elizabeth Hospital Date...
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Over 400K COVID-19 Booster have now been administered
NHS colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney have been working around the clock to support the autumn rollout of the COVID-19 Autumn booster vaccination programme. More than 400,000 autumn COVID-19 Autumn boosters have been administered to people ac...
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Norfolk and Waveney Five Year Joint Forward Plan (2023-2028)
Over the past few years health and care services have worked together with increasing collaboration in Norfolk and Waveney, as they have done across the country with the development of Integrated Care Systems. Information about Integrated Care Syste...
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Help us help you over the festive period
During Christmas and New Year the NHS in Norfolk and Waveney is urging people to think about their physical and mental health, while local services remain very busy. NHS leaders are asking people to ‘help us help you’ by encouraging preparation ...
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New mental health training for the children’s workforce in Norfolk
Norfolk Children Services and Norfolk and Waveney ICB have been selected to work with Anna Freud Centre, The Charlie Waller Foundation and the National Children’s Bureau to coproduce, deliver and evaluate a mental health training programme for the c...
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Dr Ardyn Ross shares her top tips for looking after your mental health at Christmas
Whilst Christmas is an exciting and happy time for many of us it can also be a time of year that adds extra pressure and can affect our mental health in lots of different ways. The festive period can disrupt our routines and we often forget to lo...
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Strep A and Scarlet Fever
What is Strep A? Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a common bacteria. Lots of us carry it in our throats and on our skin and it doesn’t always result in illness. However it does cause a number of infections, some mild and some more serious. The ...
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It’s not too late to get vaccinated before Christmas
NHS organisations across Norfolk and Waveney are reminding everyone who is eligible for their COVID-19 Autumn booster and their flu jab to come forward and get vaccinated. The NHS COVID-19 vaccination programme has vaccinated more than two thirds...
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Award-winning nurse wins top prize
Local Practice Nurse wins at prestigious award ceremony and is recognised for her efforts and the contributions that she has made to her GP practice and patients. Lucy Sadler, Nurse Manager at Market Surgery, Aylsham has won Nurse of the Year fro...
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Lung health checks launched in drive to save more lives
Past and current smokers in Great Yarmouth are being invited to a NHS lung health check in a drive to improve earlier diagnosis of lung cancer and save more lives. With one of the highest mortality rates for lung cancer in England, Great Yarmouth...
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Overweight women most likely to suffer long Covid
Overweight women are more likely to experience symptoms of long Covid according to new research from the University of East Anglia. The new study, published today, is one of the largest studies on long Covid in the UK. It shows that having a high...
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Emergency mental health response service expanded to support more people in crisis
A service which attends 999 mental health emergency calls in Norfolk has been expanded to include extra help at weekends. The mental health response car service - which is jointly operated by Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) an...
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Community-based services to deliver COVID-19 vaccinations closer to people’s homes
Mike Passfield, Clinical Operations Director for the large scale vaccination centres run by Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust across Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Norfolk said: “Following a successful campaign to protect local people...
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Norfolk Safeguarding Children Partnership’s (NSCP) initiative Joint Agency Group Supervision (JAGS) highly commended at the Centre for Child Protection’s Collaboration Awards 2022
The Norfolk Safeguarding Children Partnership new Joint Agency Group supervision (JAGS) initiative has been highly commended for Celebrating Outstanding Collaborative Practice in Child Protection as part of the Centre for Child Protection’s Collabor...
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Fourth Non-Executive Member appointed to NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board
Former Health Secretary, Patricia Hewitt, Chair of NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) has announced the appointment of a fourth new Non-Executive Member of the board. Aliona Derrett has been appointed as Non-Executive Member of t...
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Don’t let flu ruin your winter – get vaccinated!
NHS organisations across Norfolk and Waveney are calling all parents and carers of preschool children to get them vaccinated against flu. Children who are aged 2 and 3 years old (age on 31 August before fu vaccinations start in the autumn) will b...
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500 tonnes of carbon cut by NHS with greener inhalers
People in Norfolk and Waveney who have swapped to more environmentally-friendly inhalers have collectively reduced their carbon footprint by 500 tonnes in five months, the equivalent of 8,650 people flying from London to Paris. With COP27 ...
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Health and care leaders hop onto the WOW bus
Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) colleagues hopped onto a new Wellbeing on Wheels (WOW) bus. The bus gave colleagues the opportunity to go on board and meet the teams who deliver a range of health and wellbeing services such as va...
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Preventing antimicrobial resistance together
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is launching a new campaign raising awareness of what antimicrobial resistance is and how much of an issue it is in modern medicine. This comes during World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18 – 24 November). ...
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All welcome to the launch of the Carers Identity Passport
Do you care for a family member or friend? Or are you a health or care professional that works with people that do? If you are, Carers Voice Norfolk and Waveney are inviting you to the online launch of the Carers Identity Passport on&nb...
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Successful pilot to be rolled out after improving dementia diagnosis in care homes
Memory assessment practitioners will work in care homes across Norfolk and Waveney, following a successful pilot run by Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT), in partnership with NHS Norfolk and Waveney. The DiADeM Care Homes pilot, whi...
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Know the signs of diabetes on World Diabetes Day to help prevent more people from developing the condition
Health chiefs are urging residents in Norfolk and Waveney to learn more about the symptoms of diabetes and what to look out for in a bid to help prevent more people developing the condition. This Monday 14 November is World Diabetes Day, which ai...
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City Hall Covid Vaccination Centre Closed on Remembrance Sunday
Our large-scale Covid vaccination centre at City Hall, St Peters Street, Norwich NR2 1NH will be closed on Sunday 13th November for the annual Remembrance wreath laying ceremony which takes place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre. ...
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Call for former health care workers to join NHS Norfolk and Waveney Reservist programme this winter
Local health and social care organisations across Norfolk and Waveney are once again appealing for willing reservists to come and support their local community as services face increasing pressure over the winter period. The national Reserv...
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New campaign launches to support residents in Norfolk and Waveney to stay Warm and Well this winter
Local health and care organisations in Norfolk and Waveney have launched a new “Warm and Well” campaign to help residents stay as well as possible during the cold months ahead. The campaign encourages Norfolk and Waveney residents to look after t...
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COVID-19 Boosters hits the 300K mark
NHS colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney have been working around the clock to support the autumn rollout of the COVID-19 booster vaccination. More than 300,000 autumn COVID-19 vaccination boosters have been administered to people across Norfolk...
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Norfolk and Waveney ICS Green Plan outlines system commitment to Net Zero
Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System (ICS) has published a Green Plan that outlines the aims and actions partners across the system will take to meet the NHS’ ambitions to reach Net Zero by 2045. Norfolk and Waveney ICS’s Green Plan 2022-20...
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Online event to support people with Diabetes in Norfolk and Waveney
Diabetes is a lifelong medical condition that affects people’s day-to-day wellbeing. Learning to control the condition is essential to avoid long-term health problems such as heart disease, blindness, and amputations. Diabetes UK Midlands and Eas...
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Local volunteer recruitment events to support health and social care services this winter!
Local NHS Trusts and voluntary sector organisations across Norfolk and Waveney are appealing for willing volunteers to get involved and support their local community as services face increasing pressure over the winter period. The Norfolk and Wav...
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Take steps to prevent poor health this winter
Local health and care leaders are urging people in Norfolk and Waveney to take extra steps to look after their health and stay as well as possible over the winter months. Keeping warm over the winter months can help to prevent colds, flu and more...
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NHS protecting housebound people against COVID-19
NHS colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney are working together to get those who are housebound vaccinated ahead of this winter. Housebound residents will receive a COVID-19 vaccine within their own home or place of residence. Those who are hou...
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New Mental Health workforce plan sets out the vision for Norfolk and Waveney to be the best place to work
We’ve launched our Mental Health Workforce Plan for Norfolk and Waveney which sets out our vision for Norfolk & Waveney to be the best place to work. The plan is based on four priorities which will ensure we have happy, healthy staff providin...
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Get boosted and get protected this Autumn
NHS colleagues across Norfolk and Waveney are encouraging people to come forward for their COVID-19 Booster and flu vaccination. Local GP practices, pharmacies, hospital hubs and large vaccination centres have been working tirelessly to vaccinate...
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Norfolk and Waveney say a big “thank you” to Allied Health Professionals on AHP day – 14 October 2022
We’re celebrating National Allied Health Professional (AHP) Day tomorrow. National AHP day on 14 October provides an opportunity to reflect and recognise the significant contributions of all AHPs across Norfolk and Waveney, as they continue to wo...
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New campaign encouraging people to ‘Take 5’ to focus on their wellbeing
Health and care organisations from across Norfolk and Suffolk have joined forces to promote a new mental health campaign to encourage people to focus on their wellbeing. Launching today, on World Mental Health Day, the ‘Take 5’ campaign will enco...
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Get protected and get vaccinated this winter
More than 100,000 autumn COVID-19 vaccination boosters have been administered to people across Norfolk and Waveney. NHS Norfolk and Waveney’s campaign is off to a great start as thousands have come forward for their Autumn booster jab. “Our co...
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Now’s the time to stub it out – smokers encouraged to make their quit attempt this Stoptober
Smokers across Norfolk and Waveney are being encouraged to stub it out this month and feel the benefits to their health – and their wallets. When you stop smoking, you can start doing so much more. You can move more, breathe more easily, and do m...
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Supporting people with needle phobia to get vaccinated
We are all being encouraged to have our COVID-19 boosters and flu jabs to prevent the impact of COVID and other Winter viruses. Help is available if you want to have a jab but you’re scared of needles. The charity Anxiety UK estimates that up to 10 ...
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New Director of Digital and Data appointed to NHS Norfolk and Waveney
Ian Riley, currently Chief Information Officer of the South East London Integrated Care System, has been appointed Director of Digital and Data at NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB). Welcoming the appointment, Tracey Bleakle...
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Help us to help you – Norfolk and Waveney’s health and care system under extreme pressure
With health and care services in Norfolk and Waveney extremely busy caring for some very sick patients, people are being urged to use services wisely and to look after themselves. It is really important people do not delay seeking help from the N...
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Enhanced Access for General Practice Services – October 1, 2022
The way general practice services are provided in Norfolk and Waveney on evenings and weekends is changing. From Saturday, October 1, local practices will be working even more closely together to offer patients evening and weekend appointments ac...
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New Executive Director of People appointed to NHS Norfolk and Waveney
Ema Ojiako, former Director of Human Resources and Organisational Development – Operations at NHS England, has been appointed Executive Director of People at NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB). Welcoming the appointment, Tracey B...
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Nick Hulme to provide senior support to mental health transformation in Norfolk and Suffolk
Nick Hulme, chief executive of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT), is to take on an additional role to provide short-term senior support to integrated care boards in Suffolk and North East Essex and in Norfolk and Waveney, an...
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Book for your COVID-19 Autumn Booster
Please note that autumn boosters are via booked appointments only across our sites in Norfolk and Waveney. People aged 65+, carers and pregnant women can book an appointment to have their autumn booster at http://nhs.uk/covidvaccine or ...
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NHS services during the bank holiday for the funeral of Her Late Majesty The Queen
A bank holiday for the funeral of Her Late Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II will take place on Monday 19th September and this will affect some NHS services in Norfolk and Waveney. Please find below a list of local services and how they will operate...
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Following the announcement of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen
Following the announcement of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, the Chair of NHS Norfolk and Waveney, Rt Hon, Patricia Hewitt, said: “On behalf of NHS Norfolk and Waveney, I want to express the deep sadness and loss that we all feel at th...
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NHS Bookings Open For Autumn Booster Vaccines
The NHS COVID-19 vaccination programme will begin to invite eligible people to come forward for their life-saving autumn booster jabs from 7 September 2022. Frontline health and care workers, people who are immunosuppressed and people who are 75 and...
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Norfolk and Waveney health and care colleagues are gearing up for vaccinations
NHS staff are working hard to prepare for the rollout of the COVID-19 autumn booster programme and the annual flu vaccine. Following the recent updated advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), the NHS has ...
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New provider for mental health support in schools across Norfolk and Waveney
Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board have awarded Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust a three-year contract to provide mental health support in schools across Norfolk and Waveney. Mental Health Support Teams help young people to unde...
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Planning for the autumn COVID-19 vaccination booster and flu campaign and vaccination centre changes in north Norfolk
NHS staff are working hard to prepare for the rollout of the COVID-19 autumn booster programme and the annual flu vaccine. The NHS vaccinates in line with guidance from the independent JCVI (Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation), which...
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Think ‘NHS 111 first’ this bank holiday weekend
Health and care services across Norfolk and Waveney are encouraging people to think about using NHS 111 first if they become injured or unwell this bank holiday weekend. This comes ahead of the final bank holiday of the summer (27 – 29 August), a...
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NHS longest waits virtually eliminated in Norfolk and Waveney
During the pandemic, the number of patients waiting much longer than we would like for their treatment grew for multiple reasons. However, thanks to the incredible hard work of NHS staff in Norfolk and Waveney, the number of patients who have been w...
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Expansion of cancer support service to help people navigate their cancer journey
From today (1 August), twelve Cancer Care Navigators will be based in the three acute hospitals in our area working alongside Clinical Nurse Specialists to help and support people affected by cancer with their non-clinical needs. Cancer Care Navi...
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Easy read guides to health choices and questions to ask
The national NHS Knowledge and Library Services team has worked with people with lived experience to produce two, new, easy read guides for people with learning disabilities to help them navigate healthcare information. Regardless of their abilit...
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Have a happy healthy holiday in Norfolk and Waveney this summer
The NHS in Norfolk and Waveney has launched an eye-catching new summer campaign, “Happy Healthy Holidays”. The campaign urges both residents and holiday-makers to choose the right health service for illnesses and injuries this summer. The campa...
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Wellbeing Hubs in Norfolk and Waveney putting mental health front and centre of the community
Wellbeing Hubs across Norfolk and Waveney are breaking down barriers and putting mental health front and centre of the community. Dr Ardyn Ross, Mental Health Clinical Lead for NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (previously known as th...
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COVID-19 vaccination centre is on the move
The COVID-19 vaccination centre at Beetley Ward, Dereham Hospital is closing on Sunday 31st July and moving to Kelling Hospital in Holt. Dr David Vickers, Medical Director, Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust, explained: “So as not to...
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Norfolk chiefs plea to consider health and safety during heatwave
With heat-health alerts being issued in our region over the weekend and into next week, the local NHS, councils, police and fire service are encouraging people to be mindful of their own health and safety and that of elderly relatives or neighbours....
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Hop on board NHS Healthcare on Wheels at Latitude Festival
A team of health and care staff will once again be at this year’s Latitude, providing advice on board their wellbeing bus to festival goers. This service is a partnership between the Integrated Care Systems of Norfolk and Waveney, and Suffolk and...
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While You Wait portal launched to support people to be fit and ready for treatment
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that many people are waiting longer than usual for their operations or other procedures. NHS Norfolk and Waveney (the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System, or ICS) is determined to help people receive ...
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Norfolk and Waveney health and care leaders ask for your help to protect local services
Health and care organisations across Norfolk and Waveney are calling on people and communities to use and access the right health and care service for their health issue. All local hospitals are incredibly busy caring for some very sick patients....
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Health experts call for community views on new diagnostic centres
Health chiefs across the NHS in Norfolk and Waveney are calling on local people to give their opinions on proposed new centres for diagnostic tests. Under the plans, which are being led by partner organisations in the Norfolk and Waveney Integra...
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Community project to protect against Covid wins national praise
A scheme to boost vaccination take up, promote health information, and tackle social isolation in and around Great Yarmouth has won national praise. Great Yarmouth Borough Council launched its Community Champions’ Programme in March 2021 and has ...
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Launch of NHS Norfolk and Waveney and the Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care System – 1 July 2022
NHS Norfolk and Waveney has today replaced the area’s clinical commissioning group, as part of changes to the health and care landscape which see each part of the country have what is known as an Integrated Care System (ICS). Integrated Care Syst...
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New members appointed to the Board of NHS Norfolk and Waveney
As we approach the launch of the new NHS Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board, also more commonly known as NHS Norfolk and Waveney, additional partner members have now been formally appointed to the Board. Jonathan Barber, Director of Strate...
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Norfolk and Waveney’s health and care system prepares to start a new chapter
Local health and care services are changing to meet local needs. From July 1 each part of the country will have what is known as an Integrated Care System (ICS) - partnerships of organisations that come together to plan and deliver joined up heal...
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