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New Bowel Cancer Report Launched: Spotlight on Local Challenges in Barking and Dagenham
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 29/04/2025 in NewsOur new report on Barriers to Bowel Cancer Screening in Barking and Dagenham report has now been launched, shedding light on local challenges in tackling one of the UK’s most common cancers. While NHS England’s latest review highlights improvements in early diagnosis under the Long-Term Plan [1] , new insights...
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NHS Launches Spring Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout in North East London
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 11/04/2025 in NewsNHS teams across north east London are administering Spring Covid-19 vaccines, with GPs cautioning that the virus "continues to pose a danger to those most at risk." Since the national booking system opened on March 25, many eligible individuals have already scheduled their Covid-19 booster jab, resulting in thousands of...
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Our new report report sheds light on Women’s Reproductive and Sexual Health in Barking and Dagenham
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 27/01/2025 in NewsThe Barking and Dagenham Healthwatch report on women’s health investigates the accessibility and quality of reproductive and sexual healthcare within Barking and Dagenham. Gathering insights from 96 women and one transgender male, the study explores healthcare support and access within the community. While 70 respondents had accessed reproductive or sexual...
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Launching a New Project: Enhancing Maternity Care for Women of Colour when using London Ambulance services and NHS 111
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 24/01/2025 in NewsWe’re excited to announce a new partnership with the London Ambulance Service (LAS) NHS Trust. This initiative aims to gather insights from women who have used LAS or NHS 111 services during pregnancy or the first 12 months postpartum. By focusing on the experiences of Black, Asian, and mixed-ethnicity women,...
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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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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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