1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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

  4. 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.

  5. 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!

  6. 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!

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. Enter and View - Nairn House Care and Nursing Home

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    In March 2020, Healthwatch Enfield organised a re-visit of Nairn House, to assess how our recommendations had been taken into consideration from our previous visit in 2018. This report outlines our findings and recommendations from our recent visit.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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.

  13. 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.

  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. Information about the 'COVID19 app'

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

  16. 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

  17. 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

  18. 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

  19. 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.

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

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    Share your views by completing a short online survey

  21. 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.

  22. 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.

  23. 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.

  24. 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. 

  25. 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.

  26. 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

  27. 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.

  28. 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.

  29. 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.

  30. 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.

  31. 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

  32. Free flu jabs available to people over 50 from December

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    From next week (1st December), people aged 50 to 64 will be able to get a free flu jab from their GP or pharmacy.

  33. 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.

  34. 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.

  35. Help shape and improve local mental health services

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    North Central London Experts by Experience Board for mental health is looking for new members.

  36. 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.

  37. 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.

  38. 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.

  39. 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

  40. 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

  41. 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

  42. Join our online Q&A event about Later Life Planning - information and free services in Enfield

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    Everyone needs to plan for later life at some point. Whether it is help to stay in your own home; care or nursing homes; supporting a loved one, or managing life limiting condition.

  43. National lockdown: Stay at Home

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    Coronavirus cases are rising rapidly across the country and the UK is entering a national lockdown. Find out what you can and cannot do.

  44. Information about the COVID-19 vaccine

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    The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective. It gives you the best protection against coronavirus. This article outlines information about the vaccine.

  45. Rapid testing for Coronavirus available in Enfield

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    Rapid testing for Coronavirus is available in Enfield, for individuals who do not have Coronavirus symptoms.

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