1. Maternity care for asylum-seeking and migrant women in south east London

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    Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report providing insights into maternity care challenges for migrant and asylum-seeking women in South East London.

  2. How Healthwatch helps the NHS engage with communities

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    As 2024 begins, Louise Ansari, CEO at Healthwatch England, highlights some of the projects that made a difference for patients last year while showing the vital role of local action. We need to hear more of such examples in the new year.

  3. “We just want what’s best for our daughter."

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    A family worries about their daughter's care at a supported accommodation because they don't get enough information and feel left out of decisions.

  4. Improving the wait for cancer care

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    In July last year, Healthwatch published our findings of experiences you shared about trying to get cancer care. Thanks to this insight, the NHS has simplified their process so people can better understand what to expect.

  5. What did we hear in December 2023? What action has been taken?

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    Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

  6. Cervical Screening Among Black and Ethnic Minority Women: The Silent Crisis

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    As the UK marks Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, Healthwatch Greenwich chief executive Joy Beishon highlights the urgent need for increased awareness and accessibility to cervical screening, particularly among Black and ethnic minority women in the UK.

  7. What is measles and who can get the vaccine?

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    Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

  8. Over 10,000 NHS pharmacies begin treating people for common conditions

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    Patients in England will be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy from today without needing to see a GP, as part of a major transformation in the way the NHS delivers care.

  9. Queen Elizabeth Hospital launches Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC)

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    New unit to help get LGT patients home and avoid hospital admission.

  10. Let’s be honest and address patient experience of A&E

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    With a record number of patients stuck in A&E, Healthwatch England CEO Louise Ansari wants to see a longer-term plan to improve conditions in which people wait for life-saving care. This should include real-time monitoring and reporting on patient experience.

  11. "Volunteering at Healthwatch Greenwich is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in our community while learning about public health": Volunteer Lauren

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    Lauren Lencovich, a communications volunteer at Healthwatch Greenwich, shares her journey and aspiration to delve into the impact of social media on shaping health behaviours within our community.

  12. A journey of making a positive impact on lives: Volunteering with Healthwatch Greenwich

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    Healthwatch Greenwich volunteer Sadeko Samson shares his journey of discovering passion and making a difference through volunteering.

  13. Sickle cell patients in south London to benefit from national £1.5M technology investment

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    Children, young people, and adults in South London suffering from sickle cell disease will soon benefit from better care closer to where they live, following the announcement of a national £1.5M investment in 25 red blood cell exchange devices.

  14. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.

  15. What did we hear in January/February 2024? What action has been taken?

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    Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

  16. Doctors go on five-days strike from 24 February

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    A five-day strike by doctors is likely to increase pressure on hospitals across South East London Here's how to get the help you need!

  17. Paul’s Experience: “We’ve lost trust in the hospital, they failed Becky”

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    A father shares how negligence from hospital staff led to a traumatic experience for his daughter Becky and their family

  18. More time, energy, and feeling fitter would motivate people to be more active

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    Nearly 3 in 4 (72%) of UK adults said that having more time, energy and feeling fitter would motivate them to be more physically active.
    UK adults are more than twice as likely to spend most of their time watching TV (38%) compared to cooking/preparing food (15%).

  19. Fayola’s Experience: “I need help, Minika needs help, but no one is helping us.”

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    Fayola's plea for help goes unanswered as her daughter falls ill due to lack of heating, leading to months of hospitalisation without support.

  20. Shweta’s experience: “If only a GP had seen me in person, I would have my degree with no delays.”

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    An international student shared how not receiving timely care delayed her prospects of graduating on time.

  21. NHS to roll out ‘Martha’s Rule’

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    The head of the NHS on 21st February announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

  22. What patients want: a vision for the NHS in 2030

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    Using experiences of care from over 10 million people collected over the past ten years, we have a bold vision for the NHS in 2030. Find out where we think the NHS should be in six years and how it can get there.

  23. What did we hear in March 2024? What action has been taken?

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    Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

  24. What did we hear in April 2024? What action has been taken?

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    Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

  25. What did we hear in May 2024? What action has been taken?

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    Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

  26. Whooping cough cases are on the rise-how can you protect your baby?

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    With rising cases of whooping cough in England, the NHS is encouraging expecting mothers to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect their babies.