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Home care service users tell us about their experiences
Healthwatch champions inclusivity in health and care services. It’s not always easy for users of home care services to be heard.
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Supporting the uptake of cervical screening within communities experiencing health inequalities
Year 2 of the implementation of a local cancer outreach screening model
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Local women experiencing health inequalities endorse self-testing kits for cervical screening
Finsbury Park-based community group helps NHS England test materials for new cervical self-screening programme
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Understanding local government and how to have your say
Healthwatch is your local health and care champion, but there are also other ways to influence decision-makers and help bring about change.
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Frequently asked questions around childhood immunisations
Think of vaccines like a car seat. Just as you protect your baby from dangers on the road by strapping them in before you set off, vaccines protect them from harmful bacteria and viruses that are circulating all around us.
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Healthwatch is helping families tackle misinformation about childhood immunisations
Our childhood immunisations outreach worker helps provide a safe space where families can discuss their concerns
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Questions and answers on diabetes
We hosted a series of health information workshops led by Public Health Strategists working for the London Borough of Islington.
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Questions and answers on high blood pressure (hypertension)
We hosted a series of health information workshops led by Public Health Strategists working for the London Borough of Islington.
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Dash review on the future of Healthwatch is published
The Dash Review has recommended that Healthwatch be closed, and the functions of local Healthwatch be transferred to Integrated Care Boards and local authorities.
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