In this issue:
We have today published the latest snapshot report from our COVID-19 survey data. It is about access to appointments and the use of technology.
The report is based on data from completed surveys, submitted up to 3.8.20. A copy of the report can be found at the top of the publications page of our website www.healthwatchtameside.co.uk/healthwatch-tameside-publications
There are discussions taking place in Tameside and Glossop about how people might access care in the future. There are mixed feelings among the residents about how and where technology could be used. Everyone is clear that there must be equality in the options available. Care should be available to all, whether they have access to, and/or want to use computers and smartphones, or not.
What are your views?
The survey is still open, and you can complete it online at https://www.healthwatchtameside.co.uk/covid-19-survey or you can give us a call on 0161 667 2526. We can either post out a paper copy with a FREEPOST envelope, or give you a call back and complete the survey over the phone with you.
We would love to hear from you. Thank you.
Tameside Hospital clinic appointments by video
One of the choices now available for some clinic appointments is to talk to the consultant by video link on your computer or smartphone.
For more details, please see the Tameside Hospital website at www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/Default.aspx.LocID-014new0fg.RefLocID-01403b001.Lang-EN.htm
If you do not have access to this sort of technology, or you do not want to try video appointments, you can ask for an appointment in a different way.
Ring and Ride service
This service has now resumed as normal, with some restrictions and enhanced safety measures in place.
For more information see the website https://tfgm.com/public-transport/ring-and-ride-minibuses or ring 0161 200 6011.
COVID-19 testing sites
In September, mobile testing units in Tameside are confirmed as per below. Please book a test straight away if you have symptoms - a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss of or a change in your normal sense of smell or taste – no matter how mild, either online at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119.
Monday 7, Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 September - Curzon Ashton - 1.00 to 6.00pm
Friday 18, Saturday 19, Sunday 20 September - Beeley Street, Hyde - 10.30am to 3.30pm
Monday 28, Tuesday 29, Wednesday 30 September - Curzon Ashton - 1.00 to 6.00pm
Thursday 1 October - Curzon Ashton - 1.00 to 6.00pm
Supporting your COVID recovery
Some people who were infected with the coronavirus are finding it can take a long time to feel better.
A website has been set up to provide more information. This is for the person who was ill, and also for family and friends, to help them understand.
For more information please see www.yourcovidrecovery.nhs.uk/
Latest COVID-19 (coronavirus) guidance
This section of the ebulletin has been virtually unchanged since lockdown began. We have revamped how it looks, and included the most up-to-date information we can find.
Here are some trusted websites you can look at, to get information. If you can't find what you are looking for, give us a call on 0161 667 2526.
North of England: local restrictions - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/north-west-of-england-local-restrictions-what-you-can-and-cannot-do
COVID-19 testing - www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119
Self-isolating - www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidance
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