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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 -
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.News -
NHS Blood and Transplant has launched its first national campaign for people to donate plasma for medicines, including at its plasma donor centres in Croydon, Stratford and Twickenham.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 hospital experiences of people from different ethnic groups.Report -
Report on our two Enter & View visits to the Charing Cross Hospital Discharge Lounge in October 2021.Advice and Information -
The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.Advice and Information -
The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.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.News -
New research shows that many NHS trusts are not meeting their legal duty to help people with additional communication needs.News -
Become a patient safety partner for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between January and March 2022 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Report on our two Enter & View visits to the Charing Cross Hospital Discharge Lounge in March 2022.Advice and Information -
Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.News -
North West London NHS to contact parents to offer children aged 1-9 a polio vaccine booster.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between April and June 2022 and the key findings emerging from the data.Report -
Read the report on patient feedback collected between July and September 2022 and the key findings emerging from the data.News -
Complete our feedback survey sharing your experiences with the London Ambulance Service in the past 12 months. The survey opens on Thursday 1st December and closes on Wednesday 11th January at 12pm. All entrants will have the chance to win a £50 One4all voucher.News -
The proposal to bring together most routine inpatient orthopaedic surgery in North West London in a new centre of excellence at Central Middlesex Hospital was approved on Tuesday the 21st of March by NHS North West London.Report -
London Ambulance Service commissioned Healthwatch organisations across London to undertake engagement activities to collect feedback that will contribute to the development of their new strategy. Here you can read the findings from the feedback collected by Healthwatch Hammersmith & Fulham.News -
Upon a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)*, maternity services at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital has maintained its “outstanding” status.News -
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.Blog -
NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.