1. COVID-19 vaccine event for the Deaf community in south east London (BSL)

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    Healthwatch Greenwich and Remark! Community have joined forces to provide a Zoom session for the Deaf Community.

  2. South east London CCG participates in CQC review of ‘do not resuscitate' decisions during the pandemic

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    Care Quality Commission (CQC) calls for improvements around care planning.

  3. Have you been charged for your treatment at hospital and can't afford to pay?

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    If you had treatment at Queen Elizabeth Hospital or Lewisham Hospital but can’t afford to pay, get in touch

  4. Get tested! Mass testing sites in Royal Greenwich

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    With the vaccination programme taking some time to reduce the rates of infection, we need everyone to get tested regularly so we can stop the spread of the virus.

  5. Sale of 8 GPs to Operose Health by AT Medics

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    We are aware of this and will continue to engage local people on the quality of services.

  6. COVID-19 vaccination walk-in clinics in Royal Greenwich

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    If you are over 18 years old you can get your first or second dose of the COVID vaccination from a number of walk-in and pop-up clinics.

  7. 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.

  8. One million vaccinations given in south east London

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    Friday 23 April marks the 1 million milestone for the COVID-19 vaccination programme in south east London

  9. Update from Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust about planned care waiting lists

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    Find out what Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are doing to reduce long waits for planned care

  10. Speaker announcement for Health Inequalities: Have we made progress?

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    The NHS experts speaking our our upcoming Health Inequalities event

  11. Vaccine Facts: COVID vaccine stories and information you can trust

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    A new online resource has been created to help people in South East London find accurate and easy to understand information about the COVID-19 vaccine.

  12. More face-to-face GP appointments to be offered to those who need it in Royal Greenwich

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    NHS England has issued new guidance to GP practices across the country on facilitating more face-to-face appointments for patients.

  13. Vaccination site volunteers needed in Royal Greenwich

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    As vaccination sites are open for more days and longer hours more volunteers are needed in the Eltham, Charlton and Plumstead areas.

  14. Health Inequalities event summary

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    Recording, presentations and notes from our Health Inequalities event on 25 May 2021

  15. Changes to visiting rules at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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    From Friday 28 May, visiting restrictions at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are changing in line with national guidance.

  16. Let’s talk about the vaccine

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    Vaccine Champions are visiting Woolwich, West Greenwich, Thamesmead, Plumstead, Eltham West and the Peninsula to answer your questions about the vaccine.

  17. Healthwatch Greenwich help pick May's Employee of the Month at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust

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    Congratulations to Rebecca Mukasa, Deputy Ward Sister for Larch Ward at University Hospital Lewisham who has been chosen as our Employee of the Month for May 2021.

  18. Prime Minister determined restrictions will end on 19 July

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    The government has announced a 4-week pause at Step 3 in the roadmap out of lockdown.

  19. One-day special vaccination offer at Charlton Athletic Football Club

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    People over 40 can get their first dose of the vaccine at Charlton Athletic Football Club on Saturday 19 June from 8am to 8pm.

  20. Healthwatch England Chair reappointed for a three-year term

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    The Cabinet Office has announced that the term of our current Chair, Sir Robert Francis QC, has been extended until June 2024.

  21. Special Pfizer vaccination event at Charlton Athletic Football Club this Saturday 26 June

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    The Royal Borough of Greenwich is inviting people from Royal Greenwich and wider afield to a second mass vaccination event at Charlton Athletic Football Club this Saturday 26 June from 8am to 8pm.

  22. Vote for your local Community Champions COVID-19 project

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    Vote for your local Community Champions COVID-19 project on Saturday 17 July at the Community Voting Day event.

  23. End of COVID-19 legal restrictions on 19 July 2021

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    England moves to Step 4 of the roadmap on 19 July 2021. Find out what changes and how you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

  24. Referral to treatment waiting times at Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust

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    Find out how long patients are waiting to get non-urgent treatment at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

  25. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust safety measures remain in place after July 19

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    Despite lockdown lifting on 19 July, all current safety measures will remain in place on Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust sites until further notice.

  26. Over 18? Don’t miss your vaccine!

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    Getting the COVID-19 vaccine means you can get back to doing all the things you’ve missed, as soon as possible.

  27. NHS Patients, staff and visitors must continue to wear face coverings in healthcare settings

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    England’s Chief Nurse has today reminded the public that everyone accessing or visiting healthcare settings must continue to wear a face covering and follow social distancing rules.

  28. CQC welcomes improvements at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has welcomed improvements made at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

  29. Bonnie, aged six, rings the bell to mark the end of her cancer treatment

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    Bonnie Meehan-Lysandrou, aged six, patient on Tiger Ward at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) recently had her chance to ring a special bell to mark the end of her cancer treatment.

  30. Woolwich Library's "magic table" helps people living with dementia in Greenwich

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    Bookable sessions for the “Magic Table” at Woolwich Centre Library from September 2021

  31. Learning disability nurses ease the anxiety around hospital visits

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    Being in hospital can be a stressful and anxious time for anyone, especially if you are staying for an operation.

  32. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust delivers 100,000 Covid vaccinations

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    Staff celebrated reaching the milestone of delivering 100,000 Covid vaccinations from the Trust’s vaccination centres at Queen Elizabeth Hospital and University Hospital Lewisham

  33. Video: The experience of Nepalese patients during the pandemic

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    Hear from Gurkha veterans and their wives about accessing health services during the months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  34. Statement on COVID-19 vaccination of people working/deployed in care homes

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    From November 2021, all care home workers and other visiting professionals will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

  35. Are you passionate about improving and developing local maternity care services for women and their families?

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    NHS south east London Clinical Commissioning Group is recruiting for the role of Chair and Co-Chair to Lead the Greenwich Maternity Voices Partnership

  36. Over 16 and looking to get vaccinated? Find a walk-in clinic near you

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    Getting your COVID-19 vaccine today could give you more than 80% protection against severe illness and hospitalisation.

  37. Help improve Dermatology services for patients in Greenwich

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    The CCG is working with patients to improve the experience of Dermatology services across Greenwich, Bexley and Lewisham. 

  38. Do you have experience of safeguarding? Make an impact in Greenwich

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    This is a paid opportunity to join Healthwatch Greenwich as one of our London Safeguarding Voices Group members.

  39. Do you have diabetes? Are you interested in helping shape services?

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    The NHS are working with local organisations and GPs to help improve services and outcomes for people living with diabetes.

  40. Global supply disruption for some blood test equipment

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    There is a global shortage of some equipment used commonly for taking blood tests in the NHS.

  41. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share your views

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    Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

  42. People aged 12 to 15 to be offered COVID-19 vaccine

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    People aged 12-15 in England will be offered a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, starting from 20 September

  43. Healthwatch Southwark is recruiting for a Research & Projects Officer and an Engagement & Signposting Officer

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    Are you passionate about improving health and social care services for local people? Take a look at these job opportunities

  44. Help improve surgical services in London

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    Have you, or someone you care for, had planned surgery in London within the last 2-3 years? Help improve surgical services for patients.

  45. People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment

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    The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatment

  46. Help improve cancer care for everyone

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    If you had cancer-related care or treatment between April and June 2021 local services need your feedback