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Share your experiences of seeing a GP

The Coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we access health services. We want to learn how things have changed for you. We're starting by asking about GP services. How easy have you found it to speak to a GP, or to access support from your practice?

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Islington Patient Group Meeting

We will be joined online on 28 September by staff from North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group. We'll hear about the Integrated Care System (a new model for commissioning health and care services) and the Covid vaccine booster programme that is planned for later this year alongside the delivery of the Flu immunisation programme.

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Digital Champion

Our digital support service

We think people learn best when they want to learn. You tell us what digital skills you'd like to gain and one of our volunteer Digital Champions will show you how. Learn at your own pace at a time that's convenient to you. Book a one-to-one session today.

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COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know

Read our information and guidance about the COVID-19 vaccination programme in Islington, including why it's important to have the vaccine.

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News and views

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Share your experiences of seeing a GP

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

13 September 2021

I had my vaccination at lunch time and didn't feel anything until six hours later when I felt a bit shivery and took a paracetamol. The next morning I felt a bit washed out but was fine by lunch time. My arm wasn't sore. My neighbour had similar effects but two other friends had none at all.

Feedback on covid vaccination at Bingfield Primary Care Centre

Latest reports and publications

Healthwatch Islington response to NHS England consultation on non-emergency patient transport

17 September 2021

We respond to the NHS England and NHS Improvement survey on the...

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Our annual report 2020-21

We engaged with and supported 2,189 residents with issues related to...

Advice and information

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Local dentists and dental providers answer your questions about NHS dental services

Our September event gave residents a chance to put questions to dental professionals and share their experiences of services

22 September 2021

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What to expect when waiting for care

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.

6 September 2021

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Sharing NHS patient data: Questions and Answers

At our event 'Data sharing in the NHS', we answered questions from the community about changes the NHS is making to how it collects and uses patient data.

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