Healthwatchpeterborough.co.uk

Issue 2: June 10th - 16th 2013
National News
Carers Week 2013 has launched today with new research of over 2,100 revealing that carers are being woefully let down by a lack of support when they first take on a caring role. The findings from the reportshow that support is not being made available to new carers with often devastating consequences. Healthwatch England will be holding the third England public committee meeting which will take place on 12th June 2013 in Newcastle, Gateshead. They will be holding a public lunch in advance so attendees can meet committee members informally before the meeting. NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) has already published a clinical guideline on the overall management of bipolar disorder in adults, children and adolescents. This new draft guidance focuses on the use of aripiprazole for the specific treatment of moderate to severe manic episodes in adolescents. The number of people in the UK who will get cancer during their lifetime will increase to nearly half the population by 2020, a report has forecast. Macmillan Cancer Support said the projected figure of 47% would put huge pressure on the NHS. The Information Commissioner’s Office has warned of the need for better decommissioning practices in health services. It has imposed a monetary penalty of £100,000 after the discovery of a large number of patient records at a site formerly owned by Stockport Primary Care Trust. LOCAL NEWS
Taking place on 24th June 2013 at John Mansfield Centre, Western Avenue, Dogsthorpe, PE1 4HX. (01733) 555197. Anyone who has a healthcare and social care background is welcome and anyone who is interested can also pop in. The next Community Event will take place on Wednesday 19th June and 17th July at John Mansfield Centre, Western Avenue, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, PE1 4HX. Come on your own or with a friend or partner. Thorpe Hall is currently raising money for a new building for adults, their main project started in May and want to extend further for 20 beds. Church Walk Surgery has announced to move, however not decided on exact
location they would be moving to. If your local surgery is 14 Church Walk,
Peterborough, PE1 2TP, you can ring to find out more details Tel: 01733 353910.
On 26th May Peterborough based ‘Children of Adam’ wanted to raise money for the people in Syria by putting on a summer fete at Gladestone Community Park Centre. The money is being raised to provide sleeping bags, food, medicine, water pump and water tanks for those who are victims of war and oppression. We were fortunate to have 15 new members register to hear more about the work of Healthwatch Peterborough and updates on events, training and focus group activity. There is so much history to discover about Peterborough, one of the most diverse cities, Peterborough has excellent connections and easy access by road (A1M) and rail (45 minutes direct from London). There is so much to discover from Peterborough Cathedral, Queensgate Shopping Cente, Flag Fen, Nene Valley Park, Ferry Meadows, Ice Hockey, Grey Hounds and we have over 20 nature reserves and country parks. You can join the gym from a referral from your GP, for anyone that suffers from diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, chronic fatigue or mental health issues all from £70 for 3 months. So many health benefits! You have the chance to receive a personal induction with a trainer, have 2 pools, 4 gyms and over 90 classes, spoilt for choice! LOCAL EVENTS
Find out what is happening at the Central Park, Key Theatre, Queensgate Shopping centre. Enjoy this summer! Discover the diversity and experience the richness of Muslim heritage. The event is marking the 8th annual mosque opening on Sunday 30th June 2013 at 2pm to 6pm. Refreshments will be provided, other stalls such as tea tasting, henna painting, quizzes and discussion of Islamic celebrations will all take place. Free to attend: 4 Burton Street Peterborough PE1 5HD.

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