1. Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

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    Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  2. COVID-19: Updated guidance on visiting a care home

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    Find out what you need to know about visiting a care home.

  3. How has lockdown affected people's mental health and dignity?

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    New research highlights the challenges faced by health and social care services in England and the importance of giving feedback to help improve care.

  4. Do you still have to wear a face mask? What are the new COVID-19 rules?

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    The UK Government has announced new updates to COVID restrictions. Find out more about what these restrictions are across the UK and how they are different in London.

  5. February is LGBTQ+ History Month

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    Find out more about LGBTQ+ History Month including a timeline in changes of legislation and which services are available in Greenwich for the LGBTQ+ community

  6. £7.8 million injection to NHS dentistry in London announced

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    A new injection of funding from NHS England aims to increase the number of dentist appointments.

  7. We are visiting care homes in Greenwich

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    Find out more about why we are going into care homes in the borough and what you can do to help us.

  8. Covid-19’s impact on the mental health of children and young people

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    New Research from the Care Quality Commision (CQC) shows how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated issues in mental health care and support services for children and young people.

  9. "Cervical screening saves lives" says campaign

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    Learn more about the Help Us Help You campaign.

  10. Come and speak with us in Greenwich libaries

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    Find out where and when we will be in Greenwich so that you can share your experience with health and care services.

  11. NHS easy read newsletter - Issue 14

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    We are pleased to share an easy read newsletter from the NHS.

  12. Check out the new one-stop-shop for vaccination information in South East London

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    Find your nearest walk in, book an appointment and find information you can trust - all in one place.

  13. Do you use home care services in Greenwich?

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    We are working with Royal Borough of Greenwich council to help to improve home care services in the borough.

  14. Your Care, Your Way - Campaign information in alternative formats

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    Everyone should be given healthcare information in the way they need it. Read an overview of our campaign and find out more about Your Care, Your Way in British Sign Language and Easy Read.

  15. Are you interested in improving maternity services in Greenwich?

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    Find out more about the new role with SE London CCG.

  16. Healthwatch Southwark is recruiting!

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    Find out more about Healthwatch Southwark's Community Health Ambassadors Officer role.

  17. How accessible is health information in England?

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    Between September and November 2021, Healthwatch England submitted a Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to over 200 National Health Service (NHS) provider trusts to gather details on compliance with the Accessible Information Standard.

  18. Accessible Information: Healthwatch England's recommendations

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    Healthwatch England have set out five headline recommendations to help health and care services ensure that people who have communication needs are given their healthcare information in the way they need it.

  19. British public satisfaction with the NHS lowest in 25 years

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    More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust.

  20. What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

  21. Record NHS waiting times - behind every number is someone's story

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    The latest NHS data shows that a record number of people are waiting for care, although the number of people waiting a year or more has fallen slightly. Read the Healthwatch England response.

  22. Help shape the future of patient safety

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    Find out more about the Patient Safety Partner opportunity.

  23. Help to improve LGBTI+ experiences in healthcare

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    Learn more about how you can get involved.

  24. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

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    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. Healthwatch England have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.

  25. Healthwatch England chair to step down

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    Sir Robert Francis QC to step down as our chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board.

  26. We need to focus on inequalities to address NHS waiting list

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    The current hospital backlog has had a huge impact on many patients waiting for treatment. But if you are a woman, on a low income or from an ethnic minority background, you are more likely to have a worse experience of waiting for care.

  27. Healthwatch England's response to Messenger review of NHS leadership

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    Our national director Louise Ansari responds to General Sir Gordon Messenger and Dame Linda Pollard’s review of health and care leadership.

  28. South East London CCG moves to ICS on 1st July

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    Find out more about the introduction of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs).

  29. Today marks a pivotal moment for the NHS

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    A total of 42 new Integrated Care Systems (ICS) come into force today

  30. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust announce new chair

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    Find out more about the new LGT chair.

  31. What are the COVID guidelines at Queen Elizabeth?

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    Find out about the updated guidelines.

  32. Post pandemic: What are people telling us about mental health support?

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    Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Healthwatch England asked people about their experiences of getting mental health support. Three years on, we look at what has changed and the questions the NHS needs to answer.

  33. Cancer experience in Greenwich

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    Read more about the Cancer experience survey results from Lewisham and Greenwich NHS trust.

  34. NHS acts on your feedback to improve dental care

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    Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response.

  35. NHS waits: Healthwatch response on BBC radio 4

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    Find out more about why our national director, Louise Ansari, appeared on BBC radio 4 this morning.

  36. Disabled people report being blocked from NHS care due to poor communications

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    Healthwatch England's deep-dive analysis of people's experiences of healthcare communication is a stark reminder of why NHS England & the 42 new Integrated Care Systems need to ensure services abide by the Accessible Information Standard.

  37. Paid opportunity - become a co-researcher!

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    Find out more about this paid opportunity.

  38. Where to get a polio vaccine

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    Find out more about polio and the booster dose now offered to London children.

  39. The NHS needs more black donors

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    Find out why the NHS needs more black donors to give blood.

  40. Queen Elizabeth receptionist wins Employee of the Month!

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    Our very own Community Engagement Manager, Kiki, presented the award.

  41. Have your say on your Greenwich pharmacy

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    Find out more about the new survey launched by Royal Borough of Greenwich.

  42. We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen

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    Our CEO, Joy Beishon responds to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

  43. Contact us using British Sign Language (BSL)

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    Find out how to contact us using a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter.

  44. Our CEO reacts to the Government's Plan for Patients

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    The Government announced its 'Plan for Patients', a programme to help the NHS and care system.

  45. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS 'worse than expected' in patient survey

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    Out of 134 NHS Trusts, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are placed in the bottom 5% performers, achieving a 'worse than expected' result.

  46. Greenwich care company rated as 'inadequate'

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    The CQC inspection rating for Brisen Care Company is 'inadequate'.