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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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Executive Director of Nursing Blog: May 2023 – Tricia D’Orsi
I will begin my blog this month with two pieces of positive news which came out last week. First that the Government has announced that the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has been added to its New Hospital Programme and that the James Paget Hospital (JPUH...
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Digital Weight Management Programme
Purpose: To increase awareness and uptake of the Digital Weight Management Programme (DWMP) in Norfolk and Waveney to support local people to manage their weight and improve their health. What is the cohort? Adults living with obesity who also ha...
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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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Executive Medical Director Blog: May 2023 – Dr Frankie Swords
April and May are always busy months, with Easter and bank holidays, but this year we’ve had an extra bank holiday and industrial action to contend with too. Everyone has played their part and gone above and beyond to ensure our patients receive saf...
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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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Executive Medical Director Blog: March 2023 – Dr Frankie Swords
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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