Healthwatch Blackpool

Our co-researchers visited @b_and_fc Freshers Fair last week to showcase the work we're doing to the students. It's important to connect with various members of the community so everyone has the opportunity to input into our work! Keep up-to-date ⤑ blackpool.gov.uk/researchingtog…

It's been a sad week here as we've waved goodbye to one of our team members who is off to new pastures 👋 We celebrated in style with a team lunch to wish Hannah all the best for the future. We know she's going to do great things elsewhere but we'll definitely miss her!

As part of the @NIHR_PHIRST Cosy Homes in Lancashire (CHiL) evaluation, our team has been carrying out interviews with the community for a better understanding of the take-up for CHiL’s funding support. 1/2

Yesterday, Abi and Amy hosted a masterclass in co-creating audio content with children & young people for @HealthwatchE network. Massive thank you to @parkerwords and @CoastalDABRadio for joining us, sharing how we collaborated on this project😀 Thank you to those who attended!

Thanks @LancasterUni for hosting us in the innovation lab today! We’re working on Blackpool RISE, a joint collaboration looking at youth mental health. Find out more about the projects we’re involved in on our website ⤑ blackpool.gov.uk/researchingtog… #BlackpoolResearchingTogether

People with lived experience are at the heart of Blackpool Researching Together ❤️ We’re proud to have a great team of local residents working as co-researchers within team. Their dedication is helping to drive change for all our residents! Learn more ⤑ blackpool.gov.uk/researchingtog…

This week is #RefugeeWeek and if you’re new to UK find out what medical support you are entitled to in our jargon free advice - bit.ly/3qQ9FN2 #SimpleActs

Abi, Josh and Sam have been at @UnityBlackpool Academy today, talking all things LGBTQ+ and PHSE. Thanks to all that took part!🙏 Look out for our stand this weekend at Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre Pride Festival🌈 @PublicHealthBpl

It's Volunteers' Week! We want to recognise and celebrate our incredible volunteers for their invaluable contributions to improving health and care services in Blackpool. Your commitment and hard work make a massive difference. THANK YOU! #VolunteersWeek #Healthwatchblackpool

We have recently completed an engagement piece with patients from North PCN! Soon, we will be meeting with the Directors to work through our recommendations. Read our report here 👉 bit.ly/3KyiggR

As part of the ongoing @NIHR_PHIRST evaluation of Cosy Homes in Lancashire (CHiL), our team had a ripple effects mapping workshop in preparation to present at the @fuse_online international conference next month! Find out more about the CHiL project ⤑ bit.ly/CHiL-evaluation

@HealthwatchBpl Have teamed up with young people in Blackpool and they have told us that vaping causes: 😷 A sore throat ❌ Addiction 🤕 Headaches ❗ Along with lots of other side effects. Thought vaping did no damage? you thought WRONG.

🌼 SPRING INTO SPRING 🌼 Learn about local health and wellbeing services at these FREE events next week! See dates, locations and more info ⤏ tinyurl.com/FYiSpring24

We are closed from 5pm on 28th March until the 2nd April for the Easter Bank Holiday If you need our help, please leave us a voicemail or send us an email and we will get back to you when we return. healthwatchblackpool.co.uk/contact Easter Pharmacy Opening Times: bit.ly/43xUHNP

Calling all local residents! 🌻SPRING INTO SPRING 2024🌻 A range of FREE community health and wellbeing events in and around Blackpool. 👉 Meet new people 👉 Find out about local services 👉 Sign up to local groups and support More info: bit.ly/4aMsWDF

🌟 Your story matters! 🌟 We have a LIVE Menopause & Wellbeing survey and would love to hear insights from: 👉Individuals 👉Health Professionals 👉Employers 👉Loved Ones Together, let's shape local support and understanding. Your voice matters 👉tinyurl.com/HW-Menopause-S…

📞 SAVE THIS NUMBER NOW - 0300 1234010 The Lancashire and South Cumbria dental support helpline is here if you have an urgent dental problem. Open 8am to 9pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm weekends and bank holidays. orlo.uk/CFfrS

Today we're introducing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to Parliament 🇬🇧 It's the biggest public health intervention in decades & will create the first #SmokefreeGeneration, as well as tackle youth vaping. Minister for Public Health @AndreaLeadsom explains 👇 gov.uk/government/new…

🌟Healthwatch Blackpool receives highly commended award at the National Awards Showcase. We couldn't be prouder! This was for our insight piece on Children and Young People vaping! Thanks to all that have supported and shared their insights! For more 👉 bit.ly/49Wn9LC

Healthwatch Blackpool shared their wonderful work helping to identify and tackle a rise in children and young people vaping. @HealthwatchBpl