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<p>At the beginning of the COVID-19 response, the Department commissioned NHS England
and NHS Improvement to develop a comprehensive package of emotional, psychological,
and practical support for National Health Service staff.</p><p>In response, NHS England
and NHS Improvement have funded a range of services to support the health and mental
wellbeing of NHS staff, including a dedicated staff support helpline (in partnership
with Samaritans), virtual staff common rooms for mutual support, and a separate helpline
offering bereavement support (in partnership with Hospice UK). More information on
support available to all NHS staff is online at the following link:</p><p>people.nhs.uk/help</p><p>
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