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We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.Advice and Information -
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.Advice and Information -
If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.Advice and Information -
With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.Advice and Information -
Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.Advice and Information -
The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing when self-isolating.Advice and Information -
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.Report -
Read the report on our 'virtual visit' to the local IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) service, Back on Track.Report -
In-depth research report on how young people feel the pandemic has affected their mental health and how the local help and support services could be improved.News -
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.Blog -
More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust.Blog -
Using patient feedback from all Healthwatches in England including Healthwatch Hammersmith and Fulham, Healthwatch England has shared with Government the issues that should be included in the objectives for the NHS for the year ahead. Read the recommendations.Advice and Information -
It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.News -
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.Advice and Information -
Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.Report -
We are delighted to publish our Annual Report for 2021-22. Read about the work we carried out and the impact we made in the local community.News -
This is your chance to help improve mental health services in West London by sharing your experience of using a mental health service.News -
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.Report -
We are delighted to publish our Annual Report for 2022-23. Read about the work we carried out throughout the past year and the impact we made in the local community.News -
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!Blog -
Healthwatch Hammersmith and Fulham has just launched a new questionnaire to find out how the ongoing rise in the cost of living is impacting local people’s access to health and social care in Hammersmith and Fulham, and the effect this has on their health and wellbeing. We want to know how people in all areas of the borough are affected, and to help ensure rising costs are not a barrier to healthcare.
Complete our questionnaire for a chance to win a £25 voucher!Blog -
Healthwatch Hammersmith and Fulham has extended the deadline of its cost of living and health survey to Sunday 19 November, 5pm. This is to hear from more young people aged 18-24 as this is an important cohort that we have not heard enough from so far.Advice and Information -
People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.Advice and Information -
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback we collected between April and June 2020 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback we collected between July and September 2020 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback we collected between October and December 2020 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read our report exploring Hammersmith & Fulham residents' views on the digital and remote communication methods with GP services during the COVID-19 pandemic.Report -
Read the annual report for Healthwatch Hammersmith and Fulham to find out how we engaged with local residents about the challenges the Covid-19 pandemic brought to health and social care services.Advice and Information -
For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between January and March 2021 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between April and June 2021 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between July and September 2021 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between October and December 2021 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Report on experiences of GP services by different ethnic groups.Report -
Report comparing the patient feedback from the boroughs of Ealing, Hounslow, and Hammersmith & Fulham.Report -
Summary of the annual report of the GP services in H&F based on the patient feedback collected between April 2020 and March 2021.Report -
This infographic summarises patient feedback on online consultations.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to Canberra Old Oak Surgery in September 2021.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to The New Surgery in September 2021.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to Shepherd's Bush Medical Centre in October 2021.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to Hammersmith Centre for Health in October 2021.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to Fulham Centre for Health in October 2021.News -
People aged 56 and over 60 year olds are encouraged to participate in bowel screening as part of the National Age Extension Campaign for bowel screening.Report -
Read the report on Blood Pressure Monitoring @ Home programme that Healthwatch Hammersmith & Fulham co-produced with Healthwatch England and four other local Healthwatches.News -
New research shows that many NHS trusts are not meeting their legal duty to help people with additional communication needs.Report -
Read about people's experiences of GP online consultations in North West London.News -
North West London Clinical Commissioning Group (NWL CCG) is seeking your views about the best times and locations for GP (doctor) and nurse appointments in the evenings and at weekends.Report -
Report on our Enter & View visit to Dr. Uppal and Partners in November 2021.News -
The Know Diabetes service works with GP practices in Hammersmith and Fulham and other West London boroughs to invite people with diabetes and those at risk of type 2 to sign up for the Know Diabetes service.