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A new catheter helpline for Barking, Dagenham, Havering, and Redbridge residents
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 28/02/2024 in NewsTo give patients who use catheters access to care and guidance to assist them deal with any problems they may be having, a new advice line has been established. The advice line is intended for those who are not housebound and mobile, reside in Havering, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, own...
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The Pharmacy First programme seeks to relieve the demand for GP services by providing patients with prompt and easily accessible care.
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 28/02/2024 in NewsAs part of a significant change in the way the NHS provides care, patients in England can now receive treatment for seven common diseases from their high street pharmacy without visiting a general practitioner. With the health service making it simpler and more convenient for individuals to obtain care, over...
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Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham supporting new project helping faith leaders run vital health-focused activities.
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 26/02/2024 in NewsThis month, the team from Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham joined a diverse group of faith leaders in Barking and Dagenham to help support an exciting new programme that will see faith groups getting involved in running vital health-focused projects for their communities. The Faith Leaders Network is a network of...
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Community Dental Services in Barking and Dagenham
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 29/01/2024 in NewsHealthwatch Barking and Dagenham are exploring residents' experiences accessing and using Community Dental Services. We need your help to find out about the standard of these services that are offered to the most vulnerable residents in the community– we need your views, both good and bad, to identify good practice...
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Take advantage of your free lung health check!
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 23/01/2024 in NewsTargeted Lung Health Checks are a free lung test available to everyone who has ever smoked and is between the ages of 55 and 74. Those in Tower Hamlets and Barking & Dagenham who are registered with a GP can get this check (they will also be extended to other...
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Overview of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 09/01/2024 in NewsThere are many things to look forward to over the Winter months: Christmas, New Year’s, and snowball fights (although perhaps not if you’re a Londoner). However, for those suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), these months are challenging and in some cases debilitating. SAD is a subgroup of mood disorders...
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Keeping well and warm this winter
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 07/12/2023 in NewsYour physical and mental well-being become more important as winter approaches. We have advice and tips to help you stay well this winter. NHS and social care services are already under a lot of pressure. This winter, pressure on care could be even greater and be exacerbated by: • The...
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Where are the available slots for blood testing in Barking and Dagenham?
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 06/12/2023 in BlogsThe way blood testing services can be accessed changed during the COVID-19 epidemic and since then there are no walk-in services available for Barking and Dagenham, Havering or Redbridge patients – all blood test appointments must be booked in advance. There aren't many long queues at the blood testing clinics,...
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Health and Wellbeing event provides a platform to boost health and wellbeing for residents
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 04/12/2023 in NewsThanks to Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham, residents were able to find out more about services at a market style event, a variety of health-related activities and information stalls were present at the Barking Learning Centre on Tuesday, November 7, with the goal of improving the residents' overall health and well-being...
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Healthwatch welcome local students
Posted by AgnePilkauskiene on 21/11/2023 in NewsOur team welcomed seven public health students from Coventry University (London Campus) last month over the course of two days. The aim of their placement was to undertake a health promotion exercise, enabling students to speak to individuals about specific services and interventions. As part of their placement our project...
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