1. How to complain about health services in Islington

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    Who you need to contact when you want to complain about a health service.

  2. Care homes: understanding your rights

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    Choosing a care home can be daunting and it's important to have the right information. Find out more about your rights and how to complain if you are not happy.

  3. Dementia services for Islington

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    Support available in Islington for residents with dementia, or with concerns about their memory.

  4. Stroke services for Islington

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    Support available in Islington for residents recovering from a stroke, and for their family members and carers.

  5. Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia

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    Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.

  6. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

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    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  7. Six ways health services can improve waiting rooms

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    Here are six steps that people have told us health and social care services can take to provide a better environment while they wait.

  8. Social prescribing and navigation services

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    Social prescribing is a means by which people can access non-clinical activities designed to support health and wellbeing.

  9. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

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    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  10. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  11. What support can I get as a carer?

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    Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

  12. COVID-19 booster vaccine: your questions answered

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

  13. Learn about the new commissioning structures in health and care

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    Following several years of locally-led development, Integrated Care Systems were established across England on a statutory basis on 1 July 2022

  14. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

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    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.

  15. How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  16. How do I get a fit note?

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    Since July 2022, nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists have been able to legally certify and issue a statement of fitness for work, informally known as a ‘fit note’. Previously only GPs or hospital doctors could issue fit notes. Find out what a fit note is, when you might need one and how to go about getting one.

  17. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

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    Sometimes we help residents who are finding it difficult to register with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

  18. Questions and Answers on Cervical Screening

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    We hosted an information session led by Nyamka Marsh, Islington Lead Nurse & Nurse Hub Manager, Islington GP Federation.