1. Become a Covid-19 Health Champion

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    Camden and Islington Public Health run a programme that can give you and the people you know easy access to the latest advice and guidance about Covid-19.

  2. Developing a virtual model of counselling support

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    Feedback from staff and service users at the Maya Centre on their experiences of virtual counselling during the pandemic

  3. Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

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    Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  4. From Digital Exclusion to Inclusion

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    We know that there is a huge digital divide in Islington and that this is likely to exacerbate existing inequality if we don’t take joined-up action.

  5. What are people telling us about e-consult?

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    For patients who are comfortable using computers e-consult can be a convenient and user-friendly method of getting in contact with the GP surgery. For patients who struggle with or cannot use computers, e-consult can be a serious barrier to access.

  6. What is Long Covid?

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    Long Covid usually presents with clusters of symptoms, often overlapping, which can fluctuate and change over time and can affect any system in the body.

  7. Long Covid: Questions and Answers

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    Dr Melissa Heightman, Clinical Lead for Post-Covid Services at UCLH (University College London Hospitals), and Dan Windross from North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group answered our questions about Long Covid.

  8. Analysis of Islington GP practice websites

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    The information and help available through the GP practice website is likely to be an increasingly important factor in meeting patient needs.

  9. Our review of GP practice websites in Islington

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    We looked at the websites of the 32 NHS GP practices in Islington, and at the information available to patients about online services.

  10. Community organisations work together to help residents make informed choices about the COVID-19 vaccine

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    Our Diverse Communities partnership has been helping residents with disabilities or those that don't have English as a first language to get the answers they need.

  11. Our annual report 2020-21

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    We engaged with and supported 2,189 residents with issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic this year. 781 people shared their experiences of health and social care.

  12. Healthwatch helps to drive forward a new borough-wide strategy to promote digital inclusion

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    Last month we launched a report examining the issue of digital exclusion in the borough. We're happy to say we'll now be working with Islington Council to help them co-produce a new digital inclusion strategy.

  13. What to expect when waiting for care

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    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.

  14. Share your experiences of seeing a GP

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    How easy have you found it to speak to a GP, or to access support from your practice?

  15. Tell us about your experience of Long Covid

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    Have you or a family member had Long Covid? Complete the questionnaire to help ensure that patients with this condition across north central London are getting the support they need.

  16. COVID-19 booster vaccine: your questions answered

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    Information about the COVID-19 seasonal vaccine programme in Islington.

  17. COVID-19 booster vaccine fact sheet

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    Correct as of 1 November 2021

  18. Winter Wellness fact sheet

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    Correct as of 26 January 2022

  19. Let's Talk Inequality

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    Islington is a borough of stark inequalities. We want to see services and support designed around the needs of those residents experiencing this inequality.

  20. Let's Talk Inequality - Healthwatch response

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    Healthwatch responds to the Islington Council's call for evidence, sharing examples of inequality that we have come across in our recent work.

  21. Long Covid Case studies: Rebecca's Story

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    We've been working with Healthwatch organisations across North Central London to gather local people's experiences of Long Covid. Our aims are to identify any gaps in current provision and support the better development of services.

  22. Experiences of Long Covid in North Central London

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    New Healthwatch report into Long Covid in North Central London

  23. Long Covid Case studies: Claire's Story

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    We've been working with Healthwatch organisations across North Central London to gather local people's experiences of Long Covid. Our aims are to identify any gaps in current provision and support the better development of services.

  24. Our annual report 2021-2022

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    We engaged with over 2,200 residents, providing information, digital support, and gathering views on accessing health and care services, experiences of Long Covid, and the wider impact of the pandemic.

  25. Residents from communities experiencing health inequalities share feedback on health services

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    We asked people about their experiences of seeing a GP, using pharmacy services and getting treatment for Long Covid.