1. Please give your views: to help develop the Kingston health and care ‘Joint Strategic Needs Assessment’ (JSNA)

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    The Kingston Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) seeks to identify the current and future health and care needs of local populations to inform the planning of services within Kingston.

  2. Healthwatch England Annual Report 2021 - 2022

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    NHS and social care services only make the best decisions if they listen to the people they care for. Read Healthwatch England's Annual Report to Parliament to see how your feedback has helped decision-makers prioritise what matters most.

  3. Youth Out Loud! End of Year Report 2022-23

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    Youth Out Loud! (YOL!), is a group of young people aged 13-17 from Kingston and Richmond helping to improve health and social care services and promote the wellbeing of young people.

  4. Healthwatch Kingston Annual Report 2022-23 - Together we're making health and social care better

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    Healthwatch Kingston is delighted to share our Annual Report 2022-23 - Together we're making health and social care better.

  5. 75 years of the NHS

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    5 July 2023 marks 75 years of the National Health Service.

  6. Catch up on our Open Meeting from 5 July 2023

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    We had a great turn-out with 26 people attending yesterday's Healthwatch Kingston Open Meeting. The focus was on NHS dentistry services. We also heard more about Personalised Care and were joined by Kingston Community Voices.

  7. Healthwatch England response to GP patient survey

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    National GP patient survey sees a further fall in satisfaction, especially regarding making appointments. Read Healthwatch England's response.

  8. Healthwatch England article: The hidden wait for cancer care

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    Healthwatch England research published in Observer article showing the obstacles and delays facing people when they are trying to get referrals for cancer diagnosis and treatment.

  9. Calling all parents - Has your child had the MMR vaccine? If not, we want to hear from you.

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    Your thoughts about the MMR vaccine and your reasons for not vaccinating your child are essential to us. Together, we can ensure all parents have the right information to make informed decisions about their children.

  10. Kingston Council awards new Healthwatch Kingston contract

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    Healthwatch Kingston is the independent champion for people who use health and social care services. As a team of staff and volunteers, we are here to make sure that those running services, put people at the heart of care.

  11. Doctors Industrial Action - December and January

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    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.

  12. Doctors Industrial Action - 3 - 8 January 2024

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    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.

  13. Healthwatch Kingston is recruiting!

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    Passionate about care services and working with volunteers? Skilled engaging people, sharing their views and observing what matters to them? Download the application pack below.

  14. Healthwatch Kingston presented at Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board Annual Development Day

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    Healthwatch Kingston presented how we have been engaging with adults with lived experience at the Kingston Safeguarding Adults Board Development Day 2024 on 1st February 2024.

  15. Kingston’s 2023 JSNA

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    The JSNA is a comprehensive picture of information and data of the health, care, and wellbeing needs and inequalities of Kingston (now and in the future) in order to improve and protect health and wellbeing outcomes.

  16. CQC takes action to protect people at Kingston-upon-Thames GP

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has dropped the rating for The Groves Medical Centre from good to inadequate following an inspection in October and November.

  17. Youth Out Loud! need your help!

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    Youth Out Loud! are a group of young people aged 13-17 working with Healthwatch Kingston. If you are under 18, it would be great to have your involvement in our current projects.

  18. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  19. Coronavirus: latest information

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    Read the latest advice and information from NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  20. Coronavirus: office temporarily closed in support of social distancing

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    Staff are working remotely

  21. Coronavirus: how you can help the community

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    Kingston Council, Kingston Voluntary Action and Volunteering Kingston are working together to create 'Kingston Stronger Together' Find out how you can get involved.

  22. Coronavirus: socially isolating?

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    Helpful tips to manage your mental and physical wellbeing

  23. Coronavirus: need help?

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    Are you currently self isolating, vulnerable and need help accessing essential goods and services in Kingston?

  24. A message from the Healthwatch Kingston team

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    Dear Healthwatchers! We hope you are all keeping well during this challenging time.

  25. Eli's lockdown tip

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    Goal setting helps me to develop an action plan which encourages me to carry out my tasks. It helps me to motivate myself during challenging and uncertain times we are going through.

  26. Martin's lockdown tip

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    Being with nature is something I have been passionate about since the age of five and which has been personally very beneficial to my mental wellbeing.

  27. Sarah's lockdown tip

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    Through therapy, I have learnt to implement various tools to help me control my anxiety, panic attacks, and feelings of discomfort, and through trial and error I have found the ones that fit best for me and would like to share them with you.

  28. Eve's lockdown tip

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    Sticking to some sort of routine has really helped me stay focused and has been a healthy way to cope with any anxiety that this uncertain time can cause. A routine can include simple things, like brushing your teeth and getting dressed.

  29. Have your say on Kingston’s Supported Living and Homecare Services

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    Kingston Council are inviting Parents and Carers to have their say on Supported Living and Homecare Services

  30. Watch the film: Kingston Hospital Intensive Care Team - planning for a pandemic

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    Fantastic film from Kingston Hospital about how they responded and adapted to the Coronavirus crisis. Well done and thank you!

  31. Help the NHS prepare for the winter for a chance to win a £50 voucher

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    Help the NHS this winter by sharing your views about flu vaccination.

  32. Latest Information on Coronavirus - National Lockdown and Government launches coronavirus ad campaign

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    STAY HOME. PROTECT THE NHS. SAVE LIVES. The single most important action we can all take is to stay at home to protect the NHS and save lives.

  33. What do you think about Test and Trace?

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    Please tell Healthwatch Kingston what you think about the COVID-19 NHS Test and Trace Service

  34. Dental Services Update

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    We have heard that residents have been having trouble accessing dental services during the pandemic. Kingston and Richmond Local Dental Committee have provided an update about Dental Services in Kingston and Richmond.

  35. Flu vaccinations in Kingston

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    Each year flu kills on average 11,000 people across the UK and hospitalises many more.

  36. Young People’s Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Crisis Report

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    This report was written by Healthwatch Kingston and Richmond in collaboration with Youth Out Loud! (YOL!), a group of young people aged 13-17.