1. Health and care services accessible to all

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    By not making our services inclusive we deny access to people who are entitled to health and social care support, and we unintentionally discriminate.

  2. Ways we can look after our mental wellbeing during the pandemic

    News -

    Senior staff from Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust shared their advice for maintaining good mental health during the pandemic, and answered questions from our audience.

  3. Looking after our wellbeing during the pandemic

    Report -

    Staff from Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust spoke to us about mental health issues related to the pandemic, and the actions we can take to look after ourselves and others

  4. Looking after our wellbeing: Questions and Answers

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    Meeting Notes

  5. Coronavirus Vaccine Fact Sheet

    Report -

    Correct as of 15 March and updated on 25 May 2021

  6. Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.

  7. Covid Vaccinations: Community Q & A

    Advice and Information -

    Liam Beadman, the Head of Primary Care Development for Islington at NHS North Central London, together with his colleagues answered our questions about the Covid vaccination programme.

  8. Islington residents tell us what they think about remote health appointments

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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.

  9. Carers Survey 2021: Feedback from local residents with a caring role

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    During January and February 2021, we spoke to 44 carers over the phone about their experiences and the services with which they engage.

  10. COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

    Advice and Information -

    What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Islington, including why it's important to have the vaccine.

  11. What do carers need?

    News -

    We interviewed 44 unpaid/family carers over the phone. We asked them what extra support would make the biggest difference to their lives.

  12. Become a Covid-19 Health Champion

    News -

    Camden and Islington Public Health run a programme that can give you and the people you know easy access to the latest advice and guidance about Covid-19.

  13. Developing a virtual model of counselling support

    Report -

    Feedback from staff and service users at the Maya Centre on their experiences of virtual counselling during the pandemic

  14. Maya Centre

    Report -

    We evaluated the experience of offering and accessing counselling support remotely, from the perspective of Maya Centre staff, and service users.

  15. Analysis of Islington GP practice websites

    Report -

    The information and help available through the GP practice website is likely to be an increasingly important factor in meeting patient needs.

  16. Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

    Advice and Information -

    Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  17. Ten top tips for using e-consult

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    Here are ten top tips for using e-consult

  18. From Digital Exclusion to Inclusion

    Report -

    We know that there is a huge digital divide in Islington and that this is likely to exacerbate existing inequality if we don’t take joined-up action.

  19. What are people telling us about e-consult?

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    For patients who are comfortable using computers e-consult can be a convenient and user-friendly method of getting in contact with the GP surgery. For patients who struggle with or cannot use computers, e-consult can be a serious barrier to access.

  20. What is Long Covid?

    Advice and Information -

    Long Covid usually presents with clusters of symptoms, often overlapping, which can fluctuate and change over time and can affect any system in the body.

  21. Long Covid: Questions and Answers

    Advice and Information -

    Dr Melissa Heightman, Clinical Lead for Post-Covid Services at UCLH (University College London Hospitals), and Dan Windross from North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group answered our questions about Long Covid.

  22. COVID-19: What you need to know when visiting a care home

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at what the latest guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

  23. Is the NHS sharing your data? What you need to know

    News -

    Find out more about how and why your NHS data is shared.

  24. Our review of GP practice websites in Islington

    News -

    We looked at the websites of the 32 NHS GP practices in Islington, and at the information available to patients about online services.

  25. Community organisations work together to help residents make informed choices about the COVID-19 vaccine

    News -

    Our Diverse Communities partnership has been helping residents with disabilities or those that don't have English as a first language to get the answers they need.

  26. Our annual report 2020-21

    Report -

    We engaged with and supported 2,189 residents with issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic this year. 781 people shared their experiences of health and social care.

  27. Healthwatch celebrates the return of face-to-face digital support sessions

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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.

  28. Healthwatch helps to drive forward a new borough-wide strategy to promote digital inclusion

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    Last month we launched a report examining the issue of digital exclusion in the borough. We're happy to say we'll now be working with Islington Council to help them co-produce a new digital inclusion strategy.

  29. GP Data for planning and research collection: what you need to know

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    The NHS is making some changes to how it collects and uses patient data. To make sure you're clued up, read some frequently asked questions about the upcoming GP Data for planning and research collection below.

  30. Sharing NHS patient data: Questions and Answers

    Advice and Information -

    At our event 'Data sharing in the NHS', we answered questions from the community about changes the NHS is making to how it collects and uses patient data.

  31. Islington residents continue to experience difficulties accessing dental services

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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.

  32. What to expect when waiting for care

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  33. Share your experiences of seeing a GP

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    How easy have you found it to speak to a GP, or to access support from your practice?

  34. We respond to the NHS England consultation on the eligibility criteria for non-emergency patient transport

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    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.

  35. Healthwatch Islington response to NHS England consultation on non-emergency patient transport

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    We respond to the NHS England and NHS Improvement survey on the updated eligibility criteria for non-emergency patient transport.

  36. Share your experiences of accessing NHS dentistry

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    How easy have you found it to find an NHS dentist, or to access NHS dental care?

  37. Local dentists and dental providers answer your questions about NHS dental services

    Advice and Information -

    Our September event gave residents a chance to put questions to dental professionals and share their experiences of services

  38. Tell us about your experience of Long Covid

    News -

    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.

  39. What is adult social care?

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  40. Top tips for staying safe on the internet

    News -

    To celebrate Get Online Week our volunteer digital champions and digital partners share their favourite tips for staying safe online.

  41. Healthwatch Islington is recruiting new board members

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    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.

  42. Commissioners answer your questions about the new Integrated Care System

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    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.

  43. COVID-19 booster vaccine fact sheet

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    Correct as of 1 November 2021

  44. Healthwatch Islington shortlisted for prestigious national award

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    Healthwatch Islington has been shortlisted for the work of our volunteer team in a major national awards scheme.

  45. Healthwatch Islington wins prestigious national award

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    Local health champion wins ‘Celebrating our volunteer team’ category in major national awards scheme.