1. Meet Julia

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    Julia volunteers for Healthwatch as a Health Champion and as a Digital Champion. Here she talks about why she volunteers and how she benefits.

  2. Our annual report 2022-2023

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    It's been a great year of growth for Healthwatch Islington. We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services in the borough.

  3. How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  4. How do I get a fit note?

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    Since July 2022, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists have been able to legally certify and issue a statement of fitness for work, informally known as a ‘fit note’. Previously only GPs or hospital doctors could issue fit notes. Find out what a fit note is, when you might need one and how to go about getting one.

  5. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    Sometimes we help residents who are finding it difficult to register with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  6. If you could change just one thing about health and care services, what would it be?

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    Our staff and volunteers have been putting that question to shoppers at Chapel Market and partygoers at the Caledonian Road street festival.

  7. Building partnerships

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    Celebrating ten years of Healthwatch Islington

  8. Volunteering

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    Celebrating ten years of Healthwatch Islington

  9. Have your say on eye surgery proposals for North Central London

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    Have you recently received eye surgery services or are you going through the process now? The NHS in North Central London is seeking feedback on proposed changes to where some patients have planned eye surgery.

  10. Mental health

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    Celebrating ten years of Healthwatch Islington

  11. Providing advice and information

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    Celebrating ten years of Healthwatch Islington

  12. Healthwatch celebrates ten years of work to improve health and care services in Islington

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    Our tenth birthday celebration gave us the chance to say thank you to all the volunteers, partner organisations, and residents who have been key to our success.

  13. Learn how Healthwatch provides digital support to community groups in Islington

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    Gulum Sener, our Digital Inclusion Project Manager, visits Jannaty Women's Social Society, a community group based in Finsbury Park.

  14. Questions and Answers on Cervical Screening

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    We hosted an information session led by Nyamka Marsh, Islington Lead Nurse & Nurse Hub Manager, Islington GP Federation.

  15. The work of our digital champions is commended at awards ceremony

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    Our team of volunteer digital champions have been recognised again for the fantastic job they do.

  16. Our one-to-one digital support programme is coming to an end

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    A challenging funding environment means we are no longer able to offer one-to-one support for digital beginners.

  17. We'd like to hear from people using home care services

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    We can point you in the right direction if you need help accessing other health or care services. We'd also like to hear your views on the care you receive at home.

  18. If I could change just one thing about health and care, this is what it would be

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    Local people share their key concerns about health and care services today

  19. Our plans for 2024

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    A quick heads-up on eight of our key projects for this year.

  20. Healthwatch tackles high blood pressure

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    We helped over 1,300 people improve their understanding of hypertension and identified over 130 people with undiagnosed hypertension, whom we were able to point in the direction of their GP or community pharmacy for further tests.

  21. Our response to proposed changes to maternity and neonatal services in North Central London

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    This is a joint response and comes from Healthwatch Islington and Islington Somali Community.

  22. Find out how we help community groups to offer mental health support

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    Our Mental Health Partnerships team delivered a wellbeing session about depression at the end of last month. We share the story of the event.

  23. Raising awareness of hypertension in Islington

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    We helped over 1,300 people improve their understanding of hypertension.

  24. What are your expectations for your annual health review?

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    We asked over 500 residents with long-term health conditions what they wanted from their yearly check-ups

  25. Our best practice coordinator for carers engagement gets to work

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    We'll be supporting the North Central London Mental Health Trust to learn from best practices across the region to improve the experience of carers

  26. 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.

  27. 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.

  28. 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?

  29. 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.

  30. World Mental Health Day

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  31. World Homelessness Day

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  32. Carers Rights Day

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  33. International Volunteer Day

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  34. Islington Patient Group 2016

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  35. Islington Patient Group 2016

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  36. Islington Patient Group 2019

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  37. Islington Patient Group 2017

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  38. Islington Patient Group 2017

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  39. Islington Patient Group 2018

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  40. Islington Patient Group 2018

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  41. National Stress Awareness Day

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  42. Smartphone and tablet training - drop in session

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  43. Smartphone and tablet training - drop in session

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  44. Smartphone and tablet training workshop

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  45. Children's mental health week

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