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Sheroni's Work Placement - Experiencing Healthwatch from the perspective of a Public Health Student
Posted by Anonymous on 13/12/2024 in BlogsAs a third-year Public Health student, my work placement at Barking and Dagenham Healthwatch has been eye-opening and an enriching experience. It provided me with valuable hands-on experiences and insight into the real-world involvement of public health values and promotion. My time at Healthwatch not only deepened my understanding of...
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You're Invited to the Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham Volunteer Appreciation Event!
Posted by Anonymous on 11/10/2024 in NewsWe are pleased to invite you to an evening event to celebrate the invaluable work of our volunteers! Come to find out more about Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham and our volunteer opportunities, hearing a range of speakers! This event will be a great opportunity for you to meet our other...
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New Reminder Service Encourages Women to Check for Signs of Vulval Cancer - Just 4% of women regularly check
Posted by PeterKanyike on 18/09/2024 in NewsA leading cancer charity, The Eve Appeal , has launched a new service to remind women to check for signs of vulval cancer, as a new survey reveals that only 4% of women regularly do so. The "Self-Check First" service sends monthly text reminders, encouraging women to examine their vulva...
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Migraine Awareness Week 2024: Understanding and Managing Migraines
Posted by Anonymous on 17/09/2024 in BlogsThe start of September 1 st brought a focus on raising awareness about migraines – a condition affecting millions yet often misunderstood. What is a migraine? Migraines are more than just headaches. They are a complex neurological condition recognized by intense, throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head,...
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My work experience week at Healthwatch - Rawnaq
Posted by Anonymous on 06/08/2024 in BlogsMonday: On my first day at Healthwatch, I was first introduced to Agne and Jenny, who explained to me what Healthwatch is and what I can expect to do throughout the week. Afterwards, I was given a tour of the place and joined in on the daily morning catch up...
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My work experience week at Healthwatch - Lily
Posted by Anonymous on 31/07/2024 in BlogsThroughout my week in Healthwatch, I have been given many opportunities that have helped me immensely along my work experience journey. On Monday, I was introduced to the majority of the Healthwatch team. Along with a couple of meetings throughout the day, I got started on a blog about the...
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Engagement Summary: Mental Health and Wellbeing
Posted by PeterKanyike on 26/07/2024 in NewsOur engagement summary on mental health and wellbeing looked at what measures people take to maintain and boost their wellbeing. We asked 80 people: What do you do to keep yourself emotionally happy? What do you do when you feel anxious/unhappy? What would good mental health support and services look...
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Healthwatch Barking & Dagenham Annual Report 2023-24
Posted by PeterKanyike on 09/07/2024 in NewsThe Value of Listening: Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham Annual Report 2023-24 We are pleased to publish our Annual Report for 2023-24; The Value of Listening. With projects ranging from looking at antenatal care in North East London, to access to social care for the South Asian community, our Annual Report...
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Healthwatch Barking & Dagenham and the Big Help Out 2024
Posted by PeterKanyike on 20/06/2024 in NewsLast week was Volunteer’s Week , an annual event that recognises, celebrates and thanks the UK’s volunteers for all they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector, and society as a whole. The Big Help Out coincides with the week, this year took place from Friday 7th to Sunday...
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Healthwatch Annual Survey 2024/25: Who Knows?
Posted by PeterKanyike on 20/06/2024 in NewsWe're back with our annual survey for 2024/25! Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham wants to know if you've heard about us, and if so, how you learned about our work. Your feedback will enable us to improve our approach to reaching and connecting with you. The survey's insights will guide us...
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