1. An opportunity to ask questions and hear from local GPs in Enfield about how they are dealing with the Coronavirus crisis

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    Join our first online event, June 11th 2020 to hear from local GPs in Enfield! An opportunity to ask questions and hear from local GPs about how they are dealing with the Coronavirus crisis.

  2. Young Healthwatch Report

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    Read our report on Enfield's young people's experience of using health and social care services.

  3. Questions and Answers from our online event with local GPs

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    We’re always listening to you your feedback, and you’ve been asking us lots of questions about how GP practices are working now. We held an online event a few weeks ago, where almost 50 local people joined us to ask questions and hear from local GPs.

  4. The Changing Shape of Health Services in Enfield: Key messages from local people

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    Read our report outlining residents' feedback about Primary Care Networks and Social Prescribing during our Annual Conference 2020.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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?

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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

  12. 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!

  13. 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.

  14. '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.

  15. 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.

  16. 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.

  17. 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

  18. 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.

  19. Join our online Q&A event to get updates about NHS and care services in Enfield

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    Hurry! Don’t miss your chance to book our popular online Q&A event on Wednesday 2nd December

  20. Healthwatch Enfield publishes new report '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.

  21. 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.

  22. Catch up Q&A video - updates from local NHS leaders about health services in Enfield

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    Residents ask questions about changes to hospital and GP services in Enfield during the pandemic.

  23. Share your views about the Coronavirus vaccination

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    The North Central London Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) want to hear your views about the Coronavirus (COVID19) vaccination.

  24. Accessing urgent and emergency health care over Christmas and New Year 2020

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    Information about what to do if you or someone you know is unwell over the upcoming holidays

  25. Could you help deliver the Coronavirus vaccine in North London?

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    Information about how you could be part of the biggest vaccination roll out in UK history

  26. Local Committee Meeting - January 2024

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    Our Local Committee Meetings are instrumental in shaping the work we deliver at Healthwatch Enfield.

  27. Listening to Enfield: Community Priorities for 2024–2025

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    Learn about the findings from our priorities survey: GP access, mental health, dental care, and more. Your voice has shaped our focus for 2024–2025.

  28. GP Access Made Simple - Annual Conference 2024

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    Struggling to see your GP in Enfield? Join us at the Healthwatch Enfield Annual Conference to explore easy alternatives and understand your rights to GP primary care.

  29. 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.

  30. Translations Available For How To Access GP Guide

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    Our GP Access Guide is now available for download and can be translated into various languages.

  31. GP Access Made Simple: Celebrating Our Annual Conference

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    As we reflect on our 'GP Access Made Simple' conference, we extend our deepest thanks to everyone who attended and shared their insights.

  32. Boundary House Surgery is rated ‘Good’ by CQC

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    The Care Quality Commission has rated Boundary House Surgery 'Good’ overall.

  33. Out of hours GP services in Enfield

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    Enfield has a range of options for accessing a GP or Nurse out of hours. These options vary depending on whether the appointment is routine or urgent.

  34. Putting patients at the heart of technological access to healthcare during the COVID19 pandemic

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    Healthwatch Enfield calls for healthcare providers to put patients at the heart of their work to develop remote consultations via video calling and email during the COVID-19 pandemic.