1. Annual Report - 2021-2022

    Report -

    Healthwatch Redbridge 2021-2022 Annual Report: find out how we have been responding to your concerns throughout the year.

  2. Integrated Care Systems - How the NHS is changing

    Advice and Information -

    How does the NHS in England work? and how it's changing...

  3. New NHS online hub to help with NHS costs

    News -

    With the cost of living crisis, we are aware that while the NHS is free, there are some things that patients need to pay for like prescriptions and dental costs. A range of support is available to eligible people to help with these.

  4. What to do if you or someone else is unwell over the upcoming Bank Holidays

    News -

    Knowing the right place for medical help over the Christmas holidays can help you get the treatment you need faster.

  5. Ask Your Pharmacist Week

    Advice and Information -

    It’s national Ask Your Pharmacist Week (30 October-6 November).

  6. Cost-of-Living Impact Report

    Report -

    Healthwatch England, the national body who oversee local Healthwatch, developed a survey to understand how the rising cost-of-living is having an impact on people’s physical and mental health and whether it is affecting their ability to access health and social care and maintain a healthy life.

    We used an amended version of this survey to find out people’s experiences in Redbridge.


  7. GP appointments available in north east London throughout the festive period

    News -

    Doctors in north east London are reminding people that choosing the right place for medical help over the Christmas holidays can help them get the treatment they need faster.

  8. There's still time to get your winter vaccinations

    Advice and Information -

    Flu and Covid-19 can be life-threatening and spread more easily in winter when we are crowded together inside.

  9. Help with paying for your prescriptions

    Advice and Information -

    The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

  10. More conditions can now be treated at pharmacies with Pharmacy First

    Advice and Information -

    Patients in England can now get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy without needing to see a GP.

  11. NHS Prescription charge increases announced

    News -

    Charges for prescriptions and prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) will increase by 2.59% (rounded to the nearest 5 pence) from 1 May 2024.

  12. Advice for safe funerals after discussions with faith leaders

    News -

    Public Health England has published new guidance to ensure funerals are conducted safely, consistent with social distancing principles.

  13. What to do if your loved one dies

    Advice and Information -

    Losing a loved one is difficult at any time, but with so many changes to our usual customs, this can feel even harder.

  14. Supportive group workshops for those experiencing a Covid-19 bereavement

    Advice and Information -

    The Drop-In Bereavement Centre is hosting Supportive Well-Being Covid-19 Group Workshops for those who have experienced Covid-19 related losses.

  15. Online well-being workshops for those experiencing Covid-19 related losses

    Advice and Information -

    The Drop-In Bereavement Centre is hosting a series of Bereavement Well-Being Workshops via Zoom to support members of the community who have experienced Covid-19 related losses.

  16. Publication of Independent Review of maternity services at The Shrewsbury & Telford Hospital NHS Trust

    News -

    On Weds 30 March, the final report of the Independent Review of maternity services at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust was published. It examined the maternity care and treatment provided to 1,486 families over two decades at the Trust.

  17. Volunteering vacancies: 3 Trustees - Saint Francis Hospice

    News -

    Saint Francis Hospice has three exciting opportunities for people to volunteer at one of the largest hospices in the UK, supporting those living with a limiting illness to receive expert care and support.

  18. Help us to improve maternity services across north east London

    News -

    We are interested to hear from you about your experiences of maternity services at your local hospital.

  19. New Highlighting Heroes nominations

    News -

    We are pleased to share the most recent Highlighting Heroes nominations. The individuals nominated have provided excellent care and support for their respective organisations.

  20. New Highlighting Heroes nomination

    News -

    We are pleased to share the most recent Highlighting Heroes nomination. The individual nominated has provided incredible support to families facing bereavement.