1. Join our Young Healthwatch Volunteers!

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    Volunteering roles are available for young people aged 18-25!

  2. How to access NHS services during the Festive Period

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    Some usual NHS services will be closed or running reduced hours

  3. Help improve local care as part of the Healthwatch Westminster Advisory Group

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    Could you share your expertise and experience to help ensure Healthwatch Westminster is effective, inclusive, and transparent in its priority setting?

  4. Most vulnerable to be offered Covid-19 booster jab this spring

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    A booster jab is to be offered this spring to those most at risk becoming serious ill from Covid-19. In England, these vaccinations will begin in April.

  5. Six-week postnatal check for new mums - FAQs

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    Here's everything you need to know about the six-week postnatal check for new mothers and birthing parents

  6. Have you had trouble attending a podiatry appointment in Westminster?

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    Have you used podiatry services recently in Westminster? Did you have trouble attending the appointment? Share your experience to help improve access - it only takes a few minutes

  7. Have you used a translation service in Westminster?

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    Recently used a translation service in Westminster or had trouble accessing one? We want to hear from you!

  8. How to access NHS services this Easter bank holiday

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    Some GP surgeries and pharmacies will be closed over the long weekend - here's where you can find support for your health needs

  9. Overview of recent visits to the St Charles Mental Health Unit

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    This report gives an overview of our series of visits to the St Charles Mental Health Unit.

  10. Enter & View Report: Amazon Ward (St Charles Mental Health Unit)

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    This report presents the findings of our recent visit to Amazon Ward at St Charles Mental Health Unit.

  11. Enter & View Report: Danube Ward (St Charles Mental Health Unit)

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    This report presents the findings of our recent visit to Danube Ward at St Charles Mental Health Unit.

  12. Enter & View Report: Ganges Ward (St Charles Mental Health Unit)

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    This report presents the findings of our recent visit to Ganges Ward at St Charles Mental Health Unit.

  13. Enter & View Report: Thames Ward (St Charles Mental Health Unit)

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    This report presents the findings of our recent visit to Thames Ward at St Charles Mental Health Unit.

  14. Our findings on quality of care at St Charles Mental Health Unit

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    The findings of our Enter & View visits to four acute mental health wards at St Charles Hospital Mental Health Unit have been published.

  15. Join the Healthwatch Westminster Advisory Group!

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    Healthwatch Westminster is recruiting new members for its Advisory Group.

  16. Changes to NHS NWL complaints policy

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    From 1 July, the NHS complaints procedure is changing - here’s what residents of Westminster need to know

  17. We are what we eat: Transforming food aid in Westminster

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    Healthwatch Westminster and RBKC leads have completed a report on the importance of our local food aid services and the residents they serve.

  18. The NHS at 75

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    On the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the NHS, we want to renew our commitment to support and improve health and social care

  19. Lost for Words: translation services in Westminster

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    Evaluating language support and interpretation services within Primary Care Settings in Westminster

  20. Annual Report 2022/23

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    Our annual report for 2022/2023 is now out!

  21. Best Foot forward: Community perspectives of podiatry services in Westminster

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    This engagement report explores service accessibility, quality of care, patient experiences, and quality of information and advice provided to Westminster & RBKC residents about podiatry services.

  22. Accessing health services over the August bank holiday

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    Find out what's open when, and what to do if you have a medical emergency.

  23. Community perspectives on the impact of the closure of acute mental health services at the Gordon Hospital

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    Public views on the closure of acute mental health in-patient services at the Gordon Hospital

  24. CNWL Acute Mental Health Consultation Events

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    As part of the Acute Mental Health Public Consultation, CNWL NHS Trust are running a series of public events in Westminster, asking local people’s views about proposed changes to local acute mental health services.

  25. What is it like to give birth in Westminster?

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    We’re collecting feedback about maternity and neonatal care across North West London

  26. ‘Don’t presume we are fine just because we look OK’: The mental health needs and experiences of young people (aged 18-25) in Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea

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    The mental health needs and experiences of young people (aged 18-25) in Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea

  27. Our Enter & View Policy

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    Our Enter & View Policy

  28. Co-producing change: the mental health needs and experiences of young people in the Bi-borough

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    Our recent co-production event brought together representatives from local authorities, mental health professionals, and young service users to discuss the findings from our recent report, 'Don't presume we are fine just because we look OK.'

  29. We are looking for Advisory Board Members!

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    Volunteering opportunities as Advisory Board members are now open at Healthwatch Westminster!

  30. Equality and Diversity Policy

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    Find out more about our commitment to equality and diversity.

  31. Our upcoming project: homelessness and mental health needs

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    Our new project aims to identify the mental health needs of those who experience homelessness in Westminster

  32. Our Priorities for the Year Ahead

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    Our upcoming projects and priorities for 2024

  33. Have your say: Pharmacy First

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    Are you or your community affected by the new Pharmacy First scheme? How has it impacted your access to care? Do you have any feedback or concerns about the scheme? We want to hear from you!

  34. Our comment on North West London’s acute mental health consultation and scrutiny process

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    Responding to changes in our local community

  35. Recent change to online support for adults experiencing mental health difficulties

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    Closure of Qwell mental health service on the 31st March, 2024

  36. Quality and Equality in North West London Maternity Services

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    Sharing the views of 207 women across North West London

  37. The English Gambling Education Hub

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    Did you know, in 2022, the Gambling Commission estimated that around 30,000 (0.9%) of all young people aged 11-16 years were identified as gambling in a harmful way, with a further 2.4% to be at risk of developing harms in the future?

  38. Improving access to GP services across North West London

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    We are looking to collect information about residents’ experiences booking and accessing GP appointments across North West London

  39. Our Signposting & Advice Service

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    If you need help and support accessing local services, or need assistance making a complaint, you can reach out to us

  40. Westminster Council takes aim against low MMR vaccination rates

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    Pop-up hubs - including local libraries and community spaces situated around Westminster – will be transformed into vaccination spots so that residents of all ages can get vaccinated against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)

  41. Join the Patient and Carer Advisory Group about Waiting Lists

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    The North West London Networked Data Lab are looking for patients and carers to join their Patient and Carer Advisory Group

  42. Our Conflict of Interest Policy

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    You can find here our Conflict of Interest Policy

  43. Our Independence Policy

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    Find out more about our Independence Policy

  44. Our Prioritisation Process

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    Find out more about our Prioritisation Process

  45. NHS launches seasonal COVID-19 vaccination programme this month

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    The NHS national booking system (NBS) is now open for eligible people to book their spring COVID-19 booster for free, from 22 April until 30 June 2024

  46. Enter & View Report: Elgin Clinic

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    We engaged with patients and staff at Elgin Clinic to gather feedback on service accessibility and provided recommendations to the GP Practice based on this feedback.

  47. Enter & View Report: Doctor Hickey Surgery

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    We engaged with patients and staff at Doctor Hickey Surgery to gather feedback on service accessibility and provided recommendations to the GP Practice based on this feedback.

  48. Enter & View Report: Grand Union Health Centre

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    We engaged with patients and staff at Grand Union Health Centre to gather feedback on service accessibility and provided recommendations to the GP Practice based on this feedback.

  49. Industrial Action: NHS senior doctors and the government reach a pay deal

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    Senior NHS doctors in England have accepted an improved pay deal from the government after months of striking. Read our response.