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Commissioners answer your questions about the new Integrated Care System
Integrated Care Systems go live in April 2022 and will change the way health and care services are planned and delivered. Commissioners told Healthwatch how the new system and structures should improve on the old.
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Healthwatch Islington is recruiting new board members
We're seeking participation from people from Black and Asian backgrounds. We are also looking for people who may have experience as a family carer, or who use health services regularly.
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Top tips for staying safe on the internet
To celebrate Get Online Week our volunteer digital champions and digital partners share their favourite tips for staying safe online.
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What is adult social care?
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.
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Tell us about your experience of Long Covid
Have you or a family member had Long Covid? Complete the questionnaire to help ensure that patients with this condition across north central London are getting the support they need.
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Local dentists and dental providers answer your questions about NHS dental services
Our September event gave residents a chance to put questions to dental professionals and share their experiences of services
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Share your experiences of accessing NHS dentistry
How easy have you found it to find an NHS dentist, or to access NHS dental care?
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Healthwatch Islington response to NHS England consultation on non-emergency patient transport
We respond to the NHS England and NHS Improvement survey on the updated eligibility criteria for non-emergency patient transport.
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We respond to the NHS England consultation on the eligibility criteria for non-emergency patient transport
We continue to hear reports from residents that the Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service doesn’t work well for them. Lack of clarity in the wording of eligibility criteria creates ambiguity, confusion, and unfairness.
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Share your experiences of seeing a GP
How easy have you found it to speak to a GP, or to access support from your practice?
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What to expect when waiting for care
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.
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