1. 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.

  2. 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).

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. Covid Vaccine Update

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    Read the latest update on Covid-19 vaccine to find out who is eligible for the Spring Booster dose.

  8. Boost Your Immunity This Winter

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    Read on to find out how you can keep yourself and your loved ones safe during this winter.

  9. England’s top midwife is urging expectant mums to get the COVID-19 vaccine

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    England’s top midwife is urging expectant mums to get the COVID-19 vaccine after data shows the overwhelming majority of pregnant women hospitalised with the virus have not had a jab.

  10. NHS Invites 16 and 17 year olds For Life-Saving Covid Jab

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    Thousands of young people can now book in for their life-saving Covid jab.

  11. COVID-19 UPDATE: Some children aged 12-17 to be offered the Pfizer vaccine

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    The government has announced plans to vaccinate certain groups of children and young people aged 12-17 following the advice given by The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

  12. NHS to roll out Covid booster programme ahead of winter

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    NHS to offer a booster jab that targets the original strain as well as the Omicron variant.

  13. Spring COVID-19 Vaccination Programme Launched This Week

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    From 22 April until 30 June 2024, the seasonal COVID-19 booster will be available, free, for those who are at greatest risk of becoming seriously ill from the virus.

  14. 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.