1. Nicky’s Experience: “I waited nearly two days for a labour room”

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    Nicky shares her emotional journey, beginning with a pregnancy in 2022.

  2. Changing Places and accessible toilets near you

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    Changing Places are toilets designed to provide extra facilities for people with severe or multiple disabilities.

  3. New life-saving health check programme in workplaces could save hundreds

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    On Friday, 30 August, the government announced the rollout of a life-saving health check programme in workplaces across the country. The new NHS Health Check programme will help protect people from diseases such as heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes.

  4. Enter and View Report: Samuel Close 3

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    Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

  5. Enter and View Report: 30a Charlton Road

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    Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

  6. Enter and View Report: Samuel Close 2

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    Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

  7. What did we hear in September 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.

  8. NHS urges parents of 2 and 3-year-olds to come forward for flu vaccine

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    Today, the NHS will send invitations to over 1 million parents and carers of 2- and 3-year-olds to book the flu vaccine. The vaccine is crucial for preventing serious illnesses and hospitalisations during the winter months.

  9. One Conversation at a Time: How Befriending Reduces Loneliness

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    Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report capturing our work on delivering a short-term befriending service for Greenwich residents.

  10. Mandy's Experience: "There are times when I feel I can't leave Tim with his carers"

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    Tim is a 75-year-old man living with dementia, and Mandy, his 72-year-old wife, has been his primary carer for years. In April, feeling overwhelmed and in need of respite, Mandy contacted Eleanor Care for additional support with Tim's daily needs. But Mandy’s experience with the service has led to a catalogue of issues, leaving her feeling more burdened than relieved.

  11. Healthwatch England releases national report on women's experiences of cervical screening

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    Healthwatch England's report titled Cervical Screening, My Way published on Monday, 16 September, takes a deep dive into women's experiences of cervical screening and identifies approaches policy makers can take to improve screening uptake. This research comes at a crucial time when the NHS sets to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.

  12. No Place to Call Home: Homelessness and the Impact on Health and Wellbeing

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    Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report providing insight into the experiences and perspectives of people living with homelessness and the challenges they face in navigating local health and care services.

  13. Bridging the gap: how carers insights highlight the need for more tailored support for older adults with learning disabilities

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    On Thursday, 19 September, Healthwatch Greenwich attended the Carers Forum on learning disabilities at Greenwich Carers Centre. The event was held for unpaid carers supporting an adult aged 18 and over with a learning disability and featured presentations from local organisations about available support in the borough, ranging from occupational therapy to skills-based workshops.

  14. Women’s health screening: A choice for some, a privilege for others

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    Over the course of multiple projects conducted between October 2023 and April 2024, we heard from women across Greenwich about their experiences with cervical and breast screening. These conversations suggest a system that too often places the burden of overcoming barriers on individuals, rather than designing services that meet people where they are.

  15. Disconnected: How digital exclusion is deepening health inequalities

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    In July, Healthwatch Greenwich attended the Pensioners Forum, a group that advocates for the rights and needs of residents over 60. Members shared their personal experiences with local health and care services, and how access to services and resources had become increasingly difficult.

  16. Reclaiming the Sickle Cell story: survival and resilience

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    Black History Month is an opportunity to not only celebrate the contributions of Black people to British society but also to confront injustices. Telling the story of sickle cell as part of Black History Month reclaims a narrative that has often been ignored or hidden. Sickle cell is not just about illness; it's about survival and resilience.

  17. Response to Stakeholder Perception Survey

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    Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report for insights into stakeholder feedback on our work and the actions we've taken to address these recommendations.

  18. Beyond the GP: Has ARRS improved access to care in Greenwich?

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    In 2019, the NHS introduced the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) with a promise to bolster primary care networks (PCNs) with 26,000 additional staff by 2023/24. The plan was ambitious—giving patients access to a wider range of healthcare professionals while reducing the demand for GPs. But, five years later, how has it fared for residents in Greenwich? We spoke to two Greenwich GPs, Dr Tuan Tran, and Dr Nayan Patel, to find out more.

  19. Enter and View Report: Arnold House

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    Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

  20. What did we hear in October 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.

  21. Menopause: what do I need to know?

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    Menopause affects people differently. You may have no symptoms at all or they might be brief. For some people, they can be more severe. Find out more about menopause, the common symptoms and local support available to you.

  22. ADHD: what support can I get?

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    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people's behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, and may have trouble concentrating. Find out more about ADHD, ways to cope with ADHD and information on local support services.

  23. Changing the sickle cell narrative: uncovering uncomfortable truths

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    As we uncover the story of sickle cell this Black History Month, we draw attention to the very real, lived experiences of those living with sickle cell and their fight for care. By sharing the story of Effia, a Greenwich resident of Ghanian heritage living with sickle cell, we confront the uncomfortable truths of the sickle cell narrative.

  24. The NHS 10-Year Plan: how can I get involved?

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    To shape the 10-Year Health Plan for England, the government have developed the Change NHS website, where you can submit feedback on your experiences and ideas for change. Read more below on how you can get involved.

  25. NHS referrals and your right to choose

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    Did you know that in many cases you have the legal right to choose where you have your NHS treatment?

  26. Breast and cervical screening invitations to be sent via NHS App

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    On Tuesday, 12 November, NHS England announced the rollout of a new booking and reminder service for breast and cervical screening. Starting next month, women will receive invitations for breast and cervical screening through the NHS App.

  27. What did we hear in November 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.

  28. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.

  29. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  30. What should you expect from home care services?

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    The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?

  31. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.

  32. Diabetes Week

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  33. Carers Week

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  34. Men's Health Week

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  35. World Blood Donor Day

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  36. World Suicide Prevention day

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  37. World Mental Health Day

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  38. World Homelessness Day

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  39. Carers Rights Day

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  40. International Volunteer Day

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  41. Young Carers Awareness Day 2018

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  42. Dignity Action Day 2018

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  43. Children Mental Health Week

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  44. Student Volunteering Week 2018

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  45. Eating Disorder Awareness Week

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  46. World Autism Awareness Week 2020

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  47. World Health Day 2018

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  48. Stroke Awareness Month

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