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. World-first NHS test for pregnant women

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    A same-day life-saving test to rule out a potentially fatal disease in pregnant women is being rolled out across the NHS.

  6. New Maternity Trauma and Loss Care Service (M-TLCS) launches in North West London

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    A new pilot service launched recently in North West London to help women who are experiencing psychological difficulties following pregnancy loss, still birth and neonatal loss, as well as birth trauma and women who have a fear of childbirth (Tokophobia).

  7. Integrated Care Systems come into force today

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    From today, 42 statutory integrated care systems (ICSs) will bring together GPs, hospitals, local authorities, and other partners to plan and deliver health and care services in their area.

  8. Maternity Services at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital rated “Outstanding” by Care Quality Commission

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    Upon a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)*, maternity services at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital has maintained its “outstanding” status.

  9. Have your say on your Healthwatch

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    We're asking residents across H&F to take a few minutes to tell us what health and social care issues matter most to you.