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Louise Ansari appointed as new Healthwatch England National Director
We're delighted to announce that Louise Ansari has been appointed as our new National Director at Healthwatch England.
18 November 2021
News
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Your questions about the Covid-19 vaccine - Updated
Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.
17 November 2021
Advice and Information
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Healthwatch Bexley shortlisted for network award
Local health champion is shortlisted for the creation of the South East London Healthwatch Director in major national awards scheme
4 November 2021
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NHS dentistry: We're calling for the Government to invest
We have co-signed an open letter addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak calling for a recovery plan for NHS dentistry.
29 October 2021
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Blood tests during Covid-19
Blood tests are currently by appointment only due to the Covid-19 pandemic and social distancing measures
29 October 2021
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South Asian community members needed for Breast Cancer Care project
Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine are looking for South Asian community members living with and beyond breast cancer and their family members or carers to join a public involvement project.
28 October 2021
News
Social Care: State of Care
State of Care : our response
Today, the health and care regulator, the Care Quality Commission, published their annual review of NHS and social care support. Read our response.
22 October 2021
Response
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What is adult social care?
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.
20 October 2021
Advice and Information
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NHS sets plan to improve GP access
The NHS has published a plan for improving access to GP appointments for patients alongside supporting GPs and their teams.
15 October 2021
News
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Clinically reviewed medical exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination of people deployed in care homes
The Director of Adult Social Care Delivery and Covid-19 Response at DHSC has written to local authorities, care home providers and managers about the arrangements for exemptions for the requirement to be vaccinated in order to work in a care home.
15 October 2021
Advice and Information
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"I really need to see a dentist but none are taking on new NHS patients!"
Getting to see a dentist, both for routine and emergency treatment, is a real problem in the London Borough of Bexley right now.
1 October 2021
Advice and Information
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Are you or your loved one waiting for hospital care? Share you views
Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.
27 September 2021
News