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Help your local NHS to improve stroke services in north east London
Posted by Ruby on 03/07/2023 in NewsYour local NHS is working to improve care services for people who have had a mini stroke (known as a Transient Ischaemic Attack or TIA) or a stroke. A mini stroke (TIA) is a warning sign that someone may be at risk of having a full stroke. Anyone who has...
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The ’Big Conversation’ has launched!
Posted by Ruby on 26/06/2023 in NewsThe Big Conversation is about listening to you, the people in our communities, and understanding your views about health, care and wellbeing in north east London. It will help North East London Health and Care Partnership focus on what matters to you and to work with you to improve what...
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The way how you can make a complaint about primary care services changes from the 1 July 2023
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 19/06/2023 in NewsAll members of the public have the right to make a complaint about any aspect of NHS care. However, they way the complaint can be made about primary care services will be changing from the 1 st of July 2023. Primary care services include GP`s, dentists, opticians and pharmacy services...
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Opportunity to join the London Clinical Senate’s Patient and Public Voice (PPV) Group
Posted by Ruby on 14/06/2023 in NewsThe London Clinical Senate supports the growth of London's health and care systems as well as ensuring the delivery of high-quality, long-lasting, and cost-effective medical care. The Clinical Senate provide independent advice to commissioners in making the best decisions regarding healthcare for their communities . The purpose of the London...
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Simple wound care appointments can now be booked by phone
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 12/06/2023 in NewsA new service in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge are currently being trialled for patients requiring simple wound care. This pilot by NHS North East London in partnership with local GPs and North East London Foundation Trust aims to reduce the number attendances at A&E and Urgent Treatment Centres...
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Sugar isn’t more precious than your life! Diabetes in a nutshell.
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 08/06/2023 in BlogsThis Diabetes Awareness week, Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham wants to spread awareness of the condition and encourage residents to share their experiences of living with diabetes. Did you know that there are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2? Unfortunately, all types of diabetes cause people to...
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The 4 common types of dementia and their symptoms, and where to get support.
Posted by Ruby on 07/06/2023 in BlogsPlease note this blog was written by a Healthwatch work experince student and edited by the Healthwatch Team. According to the Alzheimer’s Society, there are around 900,000 people in the United Kingdom suffering from dementia. [1] This neurological condition does not only affect people’s memories but also impairs their cognitive...
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Mental Health Awareness Week - 15th-21st May 2023
Posted by Ruby on 10/05/2023 in NewsMental Health Awareness Week is happening from May 15 to May 21. One of the most prevalent mental health issues we can experience is anxiety. This year, anxiety is the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week 2023. The Mental Health Foundation conducted a recent survey around stress, anxiety, and hopelessness...
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Quarterly feedback, information and signposting report January - March 2023
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 04/05/2023 in NewsHighlights of our work from January to March 2023 Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham collected feedback from 54 residents and provided information and/or signposting to 52 residents. London Ambulance Service and NHS 111, and Maternity Choices project were completed. Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham visited Woodward Arts & Culture Centre, which will...
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Healthwatch influences North East London Local Maternity and Neonatal System Equity and equality strategy
Posted by Ruby on 02/05/2023 in NewsHealthwatch influences North East London Local Maternity and Neonatal System Equity and equality strategy East London has the highest birth rate in the United Kingdom. Our health-care systems must adjust to this while continuing to provide the greatest possible outcomes for mothers and babies. Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham worked with...
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