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Our review of GP practice websites in Islington

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

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What are people telling us about e-consult?

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...

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Healthwatch celebrates the return of face-to-face digital support sessions

It's been a big week for our digital support programme and our wider work to promote digital inclusion. Philippa Russell, our Community Link Worker, shares her thoughts.

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

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.

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Is the NHS sharing your data? What you need to know

Find out more about how and why your NHS data is shared.

Latest reports and publications

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Our annual report 2020-21

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

From Digital Exclusion to Inclusion

We know that there is a huge digital divide in Islington and that...

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Ten top tips for using e-consult

Here are ten top tips for using e-consult

Analysis of Islington GP practice websites

The information and help available through the GP practice website is...