A mother with her son and daughter in a park
Someone I love has died - where can I find support
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
24 March 2020
A woman outside a hospital
Should I see a pharmacist instead of a doctor?
​​​​​​​Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.
4 January 2020
National HIV Testing Week (NHTW) in Redbridge
Positive East & RedbridgeCVS in partnership, join hands with Public Health England in its national drive to raise awareness of HIV and tackle late diagnosis!
Positive East & RedbridgeCVS in partnership, join hands with Public Health England in its national drive to raise awareness of HIV and tackle late diagnosis!
18 November 2019
Woman sitting on a picnic blanket with her baby
Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
17 October 2019
The homeless and their rights to healthcare
‘Despite the fact that it’s not NHS policy, many GP practices were asking for proof of address’: new film reinforces people’s right to register with a GP.
Groundswell launches film promoting the rights people experiencing homelessness have when accessing healthcare, as prize for winning the ‘Communicating for Change’ excellence award.
17 October 2019
An architect's illustration of the new hospital complex
Whipps Cross Hospital - updates on redevelopment programme
Whipps Cross Hospital is hosting a public meeting to present updates on its redevelopment programme, to answer questions and to hear the views of local people.
3 October 2019
Two women walking next to an ambulance
Do you need help travelling to NHS services?
Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.
26 September 2019
Three women sat waiting in a hospital corridor
Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries
Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.
29 July 2019
Dental tools
What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?
Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you’re a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.
24 July 2019
Elderly man and woman talking together at a Healthwatch event
Seven pieces of information that you should expect to receive after being diagnosed with dementia
Take a look at the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence's (NICE) quick guide to discussing and planning support following a dementia diagnosis.
12 June 2019
An elderly man wearing a hat smiling at the camera
Thinking about end of life care for you and your family
End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.
5 June 2019
Woman stood in front of an ambulance
Do you need help getting to hospital?
Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.
22 May 2019