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Seraphine joined Healthwatch Islington as a volunteer during the pandemic -
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Ibrahim is a student mental health nurse. He volunteers for Healthwatch as a Digital Champion. -
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Jacqui took part in a project that students from London Metropolitan University carried out with Healthwatch Islington earlier this year. -
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A new blog about the experience of care services from the perspective of a long time Islington resident with disability -
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A second blog about the experience of care services from the perspective of a long time Islington resident with disability -
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Dr Peter Wilson, consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), answered questions from Healthwatch about the merits of the flu jab. -
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Feedback we received from residents and local organisations supporting migrant communities is helping make mental health services easier to access for people from diverse cultural backgrounds -
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Although more face-to-face appointments will be available once the pandemic is over, video and phone consultations are likely here to stay. We can help services understand the impact of this change by sharing our feedback. -
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It's been a big week for our digital support programme and our wider work to promote digital inclusion. Philippa Russell, our Community Link Worker, shares her thoughts. -
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Lack of access to NHS dental services is a big issue at the moment. Philippa Russell, our Community Link Worker, shares her thoughts. -
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Jenni volunteers as a Health Champion. As Covid restrictions ease we are looking forward to getting back out into the community and speaking to local residents again. -
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Our advice and information worker wrote nearly 30 emails and made over 40 phone calls to get Paul the support to which he was entitled. -
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Yussuf Ahmed is the Coordinator at Islington Somali Community, an organisation belonging to our Diverse Communities Health Voice partnership. In this guest blog, Yussuf talks about the benefits of the collaboration. -
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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. -
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Gulum Sener, our Digital Inclusion Project Manager, visits Jannaty Women's Social Society, a community group based in Finsbury Park. -
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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. -
Advice and Information -
Confidential patient information identifies you and says something about your health, care or treatment. You would expect this information to be kept private. -
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Who you need to contact when you want to complain about a health service. -
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Choosing a care home can be daunting and it's important to have the right information. Find out more about your rights and how to complain if you are not happy. -
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Support available in Islington for residents with dementia, or with concerns about their memory. -
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Support available in Islington for residents recovering from a stroke, and for their family members and carers. -
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Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis. -
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Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide. -
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Here are six steps that people have told us health and social care services can take to provide a better environment while they wait. -
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Social prescribing is a means by which people can access non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing. -
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Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services. -
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Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems. -
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People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register. -
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Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you. -
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Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support, and how you can help stop the spread -
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The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed. -
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Coronavirus updates from a range of organisations providing more specialist advice -
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Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder. -
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There are organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. During the current pandemic some of these services may be offered in different ways because we need to observe social distancing. -
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Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you. -
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We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.
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Dr Peter Wilson, consultant microbiologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), spoke to us about ways to minimise the chances of transmission of coronavirus at home. -
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If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic -
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Researchers from University College London Hospital with expertise in obesity, diet and nutrition, and exercise and physical activity spoke to us about actions we can all take to stay healthy during the coronavirus pandemic. -
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Data specialists from University College London Hospital spoke to us about ways we can keep safe online. We also learned how our health data is shared. -
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Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic. -
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The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital. -
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A consultant in medical virology from University College London spoke to us about the upcoming flu season and debunked some common misconceptions about flu vaccinations. -
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Dr Paraskevopoulou, a consultant in medical virology from University College London answered questions from Healthwatch members about the upcoming flu season and flu vaccinations -
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Children under two years of age are at more risk of complications from flu, as are pregnant women. Children over two may not get such serious symptoms but are likely to spread the virus to other family members. -
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Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to. -
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On 1 December the NHS introduced a new way for you to access urgent care. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.