1. Three quarters of Londoners ready to help improve health and social care after Coronavirus

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    Alliance of local and national care organisations calls on Londoners to give feedback to shape future care!

  2. Join our online Q&A event on 22nd July 11am-12:30pm with Enfield Public Health Team – Staying Safe

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    This event has been organised for members of the public to engage directly with a panel of senior leaders from Enfield’s Public Health team and hear about what we need to know to keep safe as we come out of lockdown.

  3. Interpreters (including BSL) for GPs

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    If you don’t speak English, or if you use British Sign Language (BSL), you are entitled to an interpreter at no cost to you or the GP practice.

  4. What to consider when choosing a GP

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    It is a good idea to find three local practices, and then choose between them. It is worth phoning up to check whether your address falls within an area covered by the practice.

  5. Patient Participation Groups (PPGs)

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    Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) involve local people from a practice who want to take a more active role in working with their GP surgery.

  6. Who can help you at your GP practice?

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    Find out about the different roles you will find at a GP surgery. What do the nurse, practice secretary, medical receptionist all do?

  7. Let's talk Cancer!

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    Why not book one of our FREE interactive cancer awareness sessions? Now available ONLINE too!

  8. Medical help for non-Coronavirus symptoms

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    We are all mindful of the current pressure our NHS is under. So knowing what to do when we, our families and friends are unwell with non-Coronavirus symptoms is something we need to talk about.

  9. Information about COVID-19 testing

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    This article will tell you about when you can ask for a test, how to arrange it, the process and more.

  10. Coronavirus information in other languages and formats

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    We have brought together lots of useful links to information about coronavirus that is presented in all sorts of different ways, such as child friendly; braille; BSL; easy read and more.

  11. Useful links about Coronavirus

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    Here are some useful links about Coronavirus in relation to a range of long-term medical conditions, disabilities and more.

  12. Have your say in shaping the future of NHS complaint handling

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    The Parliamentary and Health Services Ombudsman have been working with the NHS and other public service organisations, members of the public and advocacy groups to develop a shared vision for NHS complaint handling. Read our article to find out more.

  13. Blood donation saves lives - donate blood

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    If you’re fit & well, please consider donating blood and if you already do, then please continue, even during Coronavirus lockdown periods.

  14. Join our online Q&A event on 17th August 12:30 – 13:45 about Children's and Young People's Mental Health

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    This event has been organised for you as local residents of Enfield to engage directly with senior leaders from Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health trust and the Director of Education and Senior Educational Psychologist from Enfield Council.

  15. The impact of the Coronavirus outbreak on Enfield people’s health and wellbeing

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    During May and June, over 190 local people told us about how Coronavirus and ‘lockdown’ has impacted their health and wellbeing, including over 40 young adults.

  16. Tell us your experiences of Enfield care and nursing homes during the Coronavirus Outbreak

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    We want to hear how local care and nursing homes are doing now that ‘lockdown’ is easing.

  17. Catch up on our online event about Mental Health

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    A few weeks ago we held an online event for you to ask questions about mental health and Coronavirus.

  18. Catch up on our online event with Public Health Enfield

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    We held an online event a few weeks ago, where over 30 of you joined us to ask questions and hear from the Public Health Team at Enfield Council about Coronavirus.

  19. Join the North Central London Cancer Alliance Patient and User Involvement Group

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    The North Central London Cancer Alliance is looking for new people to join its Patient and User Involvement Group to help shape health services.

  20. How GP consultations are working during Coronavirus

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    Check out our video for more information about what to expect if you contact or are visiting your GP practice.

  21. Telephone befriending: a valuable service during lockdown

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    Between April and August, Healthwatch Enfield staff and volunteers supported the London Borough of Enfield telephone befriending scheme in response to the Coronavirus outbreak

  22. How to make the most out of online appointments

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    Many GP's and hospitals are now offering online appointments as an alternative to face to face appointments during the Coronavirus outbreak. Here are some top tips for you to help you understand what to expect from an online appointment.

  23. Staff changes at Healthwatch Enfield

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    Working for Healthwatch Enfield is good for your career! Two of our team are moving on to new roles. We are really pleased that they will both continue to work with health and care services, one locally and one nationally.

  24. Catch up on our online event about children and young people's mental health and wellbeing

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    We held an online event a few weeks ago, where over 30 of you joined us to ask questions and hear about children and young peoples' mental health and wellbeing.

  25. Join our online Q&A event on 16th September 11:00am – 12:15pm about the flu jab

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    Don’t miss your chance to put questions to local GPs, Public Health Enfield and the North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group about the flu jab!

  26. We are recruiting! Join our team

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    Would you like to work for a dynamic organisation which seeks to empower local communities to secure improvements to health and social care services affecting over 300,000 residents of Enfield? Join our team!

  27. Important information from Enfield Council about Coronavirus

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    Over the last week the number of Coronavirus cases across the country and in Enfield has steadily increased. Please read this important information to help stop the spread of the virus and reduce the chances of a local lockdown.

  28. Tell the Carers Trust what support you need in your caring role

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    Are you an adult providing unpaid care for a family member or friend? Do you want to help shape future government support for carers? Take the Carers Trust survey.

  29. Join the North Central and East London Child and Adolescent Mental Health user group

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    The North Central and East London Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services are looking for current and ex service users and parents/carers to join their user group.

  30. Catch up on our online event about the flu jab

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    We held an online event a few weeks ago, where over 35 of you joined us to ask questions and hear about the flu jab.

  31. Temporary changes to children and young people’s NHS services across north central London

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    To ensure the NHS can continue to deliver the best emergency and planned care across north central London during the winter and the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, temporary changes to services for children and young people will commence today.

  32. Join our online event about managing anxiety during the Coronavirus outbreak

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    Don’t miss your chance to put questions on how to manage anxiety and how to cope with the uncertainty of the next few months and any changes ahead.

  33. 'Just' the flu? Make sure you get your flu jab!

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    This year, with Coronavirus in circulation, it’s more important than ever that eligible groups get their flu jab. The free flu vaccine will help prevent you getting the flu and is the best protection from the flu virus.

  34. Information about the 'COVID19 app'

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    Download the NHS COVID-19 app today. Protect your loved ones.

  35. NHSX are offering iPads to care homes

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    NHSX are offering iPads to help care homes provide care to residents during the Coronavirus outbreak

  36. Catch up on our online event about managing anxiety during the Coronavirus outbreak

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    We held an online event a few weeks ago, where some of you joined us to ask questions and hear about how to manage anxiety during the Coronavirus outbreak

  37. Is your community more affected by Coronavirus than others?

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    We want to hear from as many people as possible, particularly from hard to reach and Black And Minority Ethnic groups

  38. New support for carers when making difficult decisions for people with dementia and Coronavirus

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    Researchers at University College London (UCL) have produced a decision-making guide for dementia carers so they can ensure their loved one gets the care, support and dignity they deserve if they catch Coronavirus.

  39. Help the North Mid Hospital develop their multi-faith provision

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    Share your views by completing a short online survey

  40. Catch up on our flu jab online event for people with learning difficulties or autism.

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    Lots of great people from Enfield who have learning difficulties or autism joined in our online event this week to ask really important questions about having the flu jab.

  41. Tools and resources to help your mental health and wellbeing

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    It is normal and okay to feel upset, anxious or confused at times. This article outlines resources and organisations where you can get support with your mental health.

  42. Join our online Q&A event about Annual Health Checks

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    Do you have autism or a learning disability and want to know more about annual health checks? If so, why not join our live online session on Thursday 29th October 10.30am-11.15am.

  43. Changes to Urgent and Emergency Care in London

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    How people access parts of emergency care in London is changing, with ‘111 First’ helping them to get the right care, in the right place, more quickly. 

  44. The impact of Coronavirus on Enfield care and nursing homes

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    Our latest report, looks at the impact of Coronavirus on local care and nursing homes in Enfield.

  45. Join our online Q&A event about Cancer Care & Awareness during the Coronavirus outbreak

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    Join our online Q&A event on 5th November 12:00pm – 1:15pm about Cancer Care & Awareness during the Coronavirus outbreak

  46. Catch up on our Annual Health Check online event for people with learning difficulties or autism.

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    More lovely people from Enfield returned for another one of our online Q&A sessions this week. This time we talked about Annual Health Checks, for people who are registered with their GP as having learning difficulties or autism.

  47. New National Restrictions for Coronavirus from Thursday 5th November

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    New national restrictions will be starting from Thursday 5th November to help stop the spread of Coronavirus.

  48. Tell Enfield Council what you think about their 'Fairer Enfield' Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

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    Enfield Council are working with local communities to identify the roots of inequality in our borough, to address specific areas of concern and develop solutions together. They want to hear what you think about their draft policy.

  49. Catch up Q&A video - “Don’t delay getting cancer symptoms checked out”

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    This was the message, loud and clear, from our expert panel at our latest live Q&A event.