News and reports

Feeling lonely is completely normal. Whether you're scrolling through social media, sitting on your own, or even surrounded by people, loneliness can still affect you. It’s nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed of. Let’s talk about it.

Being part of a community can make life feel more meaningful and enjoyable, help us feel happier and safer, and improve our mental health. We’re lucky to be part of a community as rich as Redbridge, let’s celebrate it.

Come along to this drop-in session at Redbridge Central Library with your NHS number, email address and your phone or tablet to get help setting up your NHS App and learn more about how you can use this service to manage your health including ordering repeat prescriptions and securely accessing your health records.

A new report from Healthwatch England warns that long waits for eye care are having a huge impact on people's daily lives.

The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health (APPG on SRH) has released a report addressing urgent issues in women’s reproductive healthcare across the UK, highlighting a postcode lottery in access to services.

Join the Redbridge Music Lounge for a new initiative, the Bereavement Project, which offers support to adults coping with loss through the power of music—whether through singing or playing an instrument.

Healthwatch England are asking about your experience of referral for specialist treatment. Has your GP referred you for an assessment or treatment at a hospital or community clinic? Share your story.

Grief Matters 4 All is a Community Interest Company, dedicated to supporting individuals and communities in London through the journey of grief and all types of loss. They are offering free grief and wellbeing workshops.

This year Ramadan will begin on the night of Friday 28 February and end on Sunday 30 March. It’s important to keep healthy during this holy month and ensure you are observing Ramadan safely.

Healthwatch Redbridge is offering fully funded* courses to staff with line management responsibilities in Redbridge.

A new report from Healthwatch England warns people face many barriers to making a complaint about NHS healthcare.

Calling all women in Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge and Havering! Healthwatch Barking and Dagenham are working with London Ambulance Service to improve women's experience of emergency maternity care.