1. New bus service stopping at Chase Farm Hospital

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    Patients, visitors and staff can now look forward to a bus service which delivers and collects them from Chase Farm Hospital’s front door.

  2. Book your blood test online at the Royal Free Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital and Barnet Hospital

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    If you are visiting the Royal Free Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital or Barnet Hospital for a blood test you can book your blood test online.

  3. Changes to how you book non-emergency patient transport for hospital appointments

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    Booking arrangements for non-emergency patient transport has changed for patients using the following local hospitals: North Mid; Chase Farm, Barnet, Whittington Health, Moorfields Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

  4. Healthwatch Enfield asks Enfield Clinical Commissioning Group to keep the Urgent Care Centre at Chase Farm open until 10pm

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    The Enfield Clinical Commissioning Group have recently proposed changing the closing time of the Chase Farm Hospital Urgent Care Centre, from 10pm to 9pm. 84% of the people we spoke to did not agree with the proposal.

  5. What changes do people want to make to local services in Enfield?

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    The Government is investing an extra £20bn a year in the NHS until 2023. The NHS has produced a Long Term Plan, setting out all the things it wants health services to do better for people across the country.

  6. Local people working together to inform the development of a new Health and Wellbeing strategy for Enfield

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    Read our report on ‘Developing a new Health and Wellbeing Strategy for Enfield’, presenting key decision-makers with evidence to support them in delivering a vision of ‘making the healthy choice the first choice for everyone in Enfield’.

  7. What would you do to improve services in North Central London?

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    This report outlines feedback from residents across North Central London (Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington) on what they would to do improve local services, to provide an evidence base for the NHS Long Term Plan.

  8. What do local people think about proposed changes to reduce number of hospitals providing planned operations for bones and joints, such as hip and knee replacements?

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    This report outlines Enfield residents thoughts on the proposals to reduce the number of hospitals providing elective orthopaedic operations.

  9. Informing the future direction of North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

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    This report outlines Enfield residents thoughts about The North Middlesex University Hospital Trust becoming full members of The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

  10. Local people’s experiences of booking a GP appointment

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    This report outlines research from talking to over 1,000 patients in Enfield about their experiences of booking a GP appointment in Enfield.

  11. Your local Healthwatch team are excited to share with you the highlights from our 2017-18 report

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    Our 2017-2018 Annual Report celebrates Healthwatch Enfield’s achievements and impact over the past year.

  12. Understanding the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak on young adults in Enfield

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    During lockdown, we engaged with young adults (aged 15-25) in Enfield to understand how the Coronavirus outbreak has been impacting them. This report outlines the main findings from our research and our recommendations concerning next steps.

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

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    From mid-May to mid-June, we engaged with local people to hear about how the Coronavirus outbreak was impacting their health and wellbeing. Enfield residents shared their experiences with us by completing our online survey.

  14. 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.

  15. 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

  16. NHS 111: How do I book a timeslot at A&E?

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    From the 1 December you’ll be able to book a slot at your local A&E if you need to by calling NHS 111. Find out what is changing and what it means for you and your loved ones.

  17. One size does not fit all: Moving towards delivering culturally competent services

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    Our latest report, looks at the impact of Coronavirus on local Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities across Enfield.

  18. Accessing urgent and emergency health and social care

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    Information about what to do if you or someone you know is unwell and needs urgent or emergency care or if someone you need needs emergency social care support

  19. Community Powered Edmonton: report

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    Healthwatch Enfield and community partners were commissioned by the NCL Integrated Care Board to understand what matters to the local communities so that local public service providers can listen to ideas, and take action by co-designing changes.

  20. Discover Local Food Banks and Warm Spaces

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    Explore our list of winter support services, including food banks and warm havens, available to residents in Enfield during these colder months.

  21. Shaping a Healthier Future for Enfield: Your Voice Matters

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    Do you want to shape and empower Enfield's residents to live healthier and longer lives? Take part in Health and Wellbeing consultations led by Enfield Council.

  22. Need Support? Let Us Connect You to NHS and Care Volunteer Responders

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    Are you feeling lonely, or need help with collecting your prescriptions? Let us know so we can refer you to an NHS and Care Volunteer Responder.

  23. Community Engagement: NCL Eye Surgery Proposal 2023

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    A deep dive into community feedback on the NHS's new proposal of how eye surgery services is being delivered and relocated in North Central London.

  24. Winter Wellness Guide: NHS Services and Urgent Care

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    Manage your health effectively this winter, ensuring you know where and how to seek the right support when needed.

  25. Share your views on proposed changes to maternity and children’s surgical services

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    North Central London Integrated Care Board (NCL ICB) and NHS England are consulting with residents, healthcare staff and patients on the proposed changes in North Central London.

  26. Introducing Pharmacy First

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    Getting an appointment with your local GP can be tough. That's why your nearby pharmacy is stepping up to offer prescription-only medicines, like antibiotics and antivirals for 7 common conditions, helping ease pressure on GPs.

  27. NHS Dental Recovery Plan

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    This plan introduces a shift towards prevention and good oral health in young children and expands the dental workforce. Details of the plan include a 'new patient' payment scheme, funding, and the introduction of dental vans to provide mobile care in underrepresented areas.