1. Lost for words – improving access to healthcare for ethnic minority communities

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    People with little or no English struggle at all points of their healthcare journey. Healthwatch England's new research shines a light on barriers and delays to care they often experience and calls for equal access for all.

  2. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

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    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. Healthwatch England warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.

  3. NHS North West London Health and Care Strategy: Residents' Forum

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    The NHS is in the process of creating a new health and care strategy for the eight
    boroughs of North West London, including Hammersmith and Fulham, and they want input from residents regarding the plan so far and what is important to the local communities. Share your views and be in for the chance of winning a £100 voucher!

  4. Consultant Doctors Strike (24-26 August)

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    Please note: A Consultants' strike is taking place from 7am on Thursday 24 August, until 7am on Saturday 26 August. Some health services might be affected. Contact us or NHS for support.

  5. NHS Digital to collect patient data and medical records in England

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    From 1st September 2021, NHS Digital will begin collecting patient data and medical records from GP Practices in England.

  6. Share your feedback about Social Prescribing

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    Healthwatch Hammersmith and Fulham has launched a new survey to find out the experiences of local residents that have recently used the social prescribing service in the borough. Please take a few minutes to share your story with us.

    The survey closes on Friday 31st March at 12pm.

  7. Make sure your child is up to date with their MMR vaccines

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    Measles cases are on the rise in London and North West London. Make sure your child is up to date with their MMR vaccines.

  8. Healthwatch H&F marks World Immunisation Week 2024 with community outreach event

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    Healthwatch H&F is marking World Immunisation Week with a community outreach event to provide residents with more information about vaccines and give children the opportunity to get their MMR vaccines if required.