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Our plans for 2024 Healthwatch Islington

WEBOur plans for 2024. News - 23 February 2024. A quick heads-up on eight of our key projects for this year. 1. Cancer Screening. This year, we are talking to residents from Somali …

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Find out about cancer screening services Healthwatch Islington

WEBYou should get your first invite for breast screening between the ages of 50 and 53. Then you'll be invited every 3 years until you turn 71. Women aged 71 or over …

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Long Covid Case studies: Claire's Story Healthwatch Islington

WEBClaire's Story. We heard from over 300 people in North Central London with Long Covid. Claire lives just over the border in Hackney but her GP is based in Islington. …

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Making a difference in the community Healthwatch Islington

WEBImproving access to NHS health checks. It’s important that NHS and social care services have strong links with the community. This helps make services easier to …

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If I could change just one thing about health and care, this is what …

WEBLast summer we spent a week at Chapel Market (which is a street market near Angel tube station for those of you who are unfamiliar). We were offering blood …

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Ways we can look after our mental wellbeing during the pandemic

WEBThe Mental Health Foundation has some good tools for thinking about and looking after your mental health. Yoga is good for mental health. There are lots of …

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What we do Healthwatch Islington

WEBWe are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services in Islington. We’re here to make sure that those running services put people at the heart of …

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Our partners Healthwatch Islington

WEBJoining the partnership. If you would like to join the partnership (criteria apply), please contact Maria Gonzalez, Partnerships and Engagement Manager at Healthwatch …

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How Healthwatch is helping increase uptake of cancer screening …

WEBSome of our findings. Feedback on breast and cervical screening demonstrated the importance of a warm, friendly welcome from practice staff and the …

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Events Healthwatch Islington

WEBOnline event. (Healthwatch virtual event) 25 September 2023. Find out more. Take a look at our upcoming events or check out our selection of health and care awareness events …

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Let's Talk Inequality Healthwatch Islington

WEBResponse - 25 March 2022. Islington is a borough of stark inequalities. We want to see services and support designed around the needs of those residents experiencing this …

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Planning care at the end of life Healthwatch Islington

WEBWith the current coronavirus pandemic, it’s important that you and your loved ones discuss your preferences for end of life care. This is especially important if you …

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Get Involved Healthwatch Islington

WEBWays to get involved. Whether you have a couple of minutes to spare, or can commit to something longer, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Sign up for our news alerts to …

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Your questions about community physiotherapy answered

WEBFirst Contact Physiotherapists. Dr. Helena Lendrum, GP Fellow, Islington GP Federation. First Contact Physiotherapists (FCPs) are being introduced into GP …

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Help making a complaint Healthwatch Islington

WEBMaking a complaint can be a daunting task, so knowing who you can complain to and what to do is essential. We can help you. We've worked with Healthwatch England to produce …

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What are people telling us about e-consult

WEBE-consult is an online platform introduced to GP websites to support remote consultations. You complete an online form to describe your symptoms and are directed …

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Our annual report 2022-2023 Healthwatch Islington

WEBOur year in numbers. 1,133 people shared their experiences of health and social care services with us, helping to raise awareness of issues and improve care.

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Feedback on maternity services at the Whittington Hospital

WEBMany found staff helpful, and were very happy with the service. However some found staff rude, or said that appointments felt rushed. Whittington Health has …

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The contract to deliver medical services at Hanley Primary Care …

WEBHanley Primary Care Centre is a GP service that is currently provided by AT Medics. AT Medics have contracts to deliver GP services across 19 London boroughs.

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