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The UK 2024 LGBT+ History Month theme is Medicine – #UnderTheScope

Since April 2021, Healthwatch Kingston has been running its ‘Pulse Check’ community engagement programme to work more closely with people living with long-term conditions in Kingston and listen to their views and experiences of health and social care services.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Open Meeting which focussed on Health Inequalities.

Suicide is always a devastating event, both for the person who takes their own life and for their family and friends. Many others involved in providing support and care, as well as witnesses, first responders and beyond will feel the impact.

In 2023, Youth Out Loud! interviewed Tom Baverstock, Kingston's Cycling Paramedic. They found out about his role and what it means for the people of Kingston.

The public is welcome to join PART A of this meeting.

You've told us that you've experienced problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what to do if you're refused the right to register.

Tips to help you stay well this winter and get the care you need.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.

There will be planned strike action by doctors which is expected to cause major disruption however the NHS is still there for people who need care.

There will be planned strike action by doctors which is expected to cause major disruption however the NHS is still there for people who need care.