1. Healthwatch volunteers visit pharmacies in Islington

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    Our volunteers visited local pharmacies to see how accessible they were for people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility.

  2. What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

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    Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

  3. Healthwatch Islington needs your feedback on screening services

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    If you've been invited for a cervical smear test or breast screening appointment or been sent a home testing kit for bowel cancer screening, then we're interested in hearing about your experience.

  4. Childhood Immunisation information event

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  5. Face-to-face digital support session

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  7. Find out about cancer screening services

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    Information about cervical and breast screening appointments, and home testing kits for bowel cancer.

  8. Support for stopping smoking

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    Stop smoking services are free, friendly, and can massively boost your chances of quitting for good.

  9. Energy saving tips and advice

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  10. Your questions about cervical screening answered

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    At our information event in August, Islington GP Dr Jennifer Rea talked to us about the importance of cervical screening and answered your questions.

  11. Starting up conversations about physical and mental health

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    We've been going out into the community to support residents' mental and physical wellbeing.

  12. What is a GP referral and how can you get one?

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    When you need specialist NHS support, like hospital tests or treatment, you often need a referral from your GP first. Find out what this includes and what to expect.

  13. Discovering Pharmacy

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  18. Staying safe online

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  19. The contract to deliver medical services at Hanley Primary Care Centre will not be renewed with the current provider

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    Healthwatch Islington's Chief Executive, Emma Whitby, observed the meeting at which the decision was taken and was impressed by the robustness of the process.

  20. Pharmacy services: discovering what's on offer in Islington

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    You might be surprised by the range of support that's available from your local pharmacy. Residents on low incomes who are classed as socially vulnerable can access free medicines for minor ailments.

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  25. Shopping and saving money online

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  26. Introduction to Excel

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  27. CV good practice and online job search

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  28. Islington residents give mostly positive feedback on cancer screening services

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    We've spoken to people about screening services at our engagement events and collected views via an online survey.

  29. I'm pregnant. What happens next?

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    Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy care you should expect from the NHS.

  30. How to stay well this winter

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    Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the help you need.