1. How to look after your mental health while self-isolating with COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our tips to looking after your wellbeing when self-isolating.

  2. Board papers, January 2022

    Board minutes -

    Find out what happened at our Board meeting.

  3. Where to go for support when you have an eating disorder

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    Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of the common signs of eating disorders and where to go for support if you need help.

  4. Londoners urged to take part in COVID-19 antiviral trial

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    Londoners are being urged to take part in a national priority study called PANORAMIC.

  5. The Accessible Information Standard - what you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care. Here's some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  6. Your care, your way - Join Healthwatch's new campaign

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    Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change.

  7. What do the new government guidelines mean for COVID-19 testing?

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    Free testing for coronavirus (COVID-19) from the NHS has ended for most people in England.

  8. Report: Patient experience accessing GPs

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    This report shares insights from our work done in Sutton to understand patients' experiences of accessing appointments and consultations with their GP practices since March 2020.

  9. What medical support are you entitled to if you're new to the UK?

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    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register with a GP.

  10. Board papers, April 2022

    Board minutes -

    Find out what happened at our Board meeting.

  11. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

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    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  12. Where can I go for support for my mental health as a new parent?

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    It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

  13. Board papers, May 2022

    Board minutes -

    Find out what happened at our board meeting.

  14. How can you find an NHS dentist?

    Advice and Information -

    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you're facing problems.

  15. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

    Advice and Information -

    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  16. Support and treatment for Long Covid

    Advice and Information -

    It's easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help you find the support and treatment you need.

  17. What is Long Covid?

    Advice and Information -

    Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and when to get support.

  18. Focus on inequalities needed to address NHS waiting lists

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    The current hospital backlog has had a huge impact on many patients waiting for treatment. But if you are a woman, on a low income or from an ethnic minority background, you are more likely to have a worse experience of waiting for care.

  19. Report: problems accessing dental services

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Healthwatch Sutton has published a report highlighting problems local people have finding a dentist, and making both routine and emergency appointments.

  20. NHS reorganisation aims to integrate health and care services

    News -

    From Friday 1 July, major changes have taken place in NHS organisation. The aim is to bring together staff from local councils and the NHS, including GP teams and hospitals, to work more effectively together to plan and deliver local services.

  21. Annual Report 2021-22: Championing what matters to you

    Annual Report -

    Many people are concerned about accessing local services such as GPs and dentists. The pandemic has highlighted longstanding health inequalities and increased hospital waiting lists. Our annual report highlights the difference we've made in Sutton.

  22. How to access mental health support if you're lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans

    Advice and Information -

    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need.

  23. Mental health support services face major challenges

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    Before the pandemic, Healthwatch England asked people about their experiences of getting mental health support. Three years on, they looked at what has changed and the questions the NHS needs to answer.

  24. Fall in patient satisfaction with GPs

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    The latest GP patient survey shows that overall satisfaction with services has fallen and more people are avoiding making an appointment. Read Healthwatch England's response.

  25. NHS waiting times increase numbers going private, analysis finds

    Health and care news -

    Record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. Read Healthwatch England's response.

  26. Board papers, July 2022

    Board minutes -

    Find out what happened at our Board meeting.

  27. Board papers, September 2022

    Board minutes -

    Our trustees meet every two months to discuss our work.

  28. Snapshot: Rising cost of living causes worrying health issues

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Healthwatch Sutton surveyed local people about the effect of the cost of living on their physical and mental health.

  29. Healthwatch Sutton AGM

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  30. Board papers, November 2022

    Board minutes -

    Our trustees meet every two months to discuss our work.

  31. Healthwatch Sutton Accounts 2021-22

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    Our accounts for last year are now available.

  32. Have Your Say

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    Questionnaire

  33. Report: Need for more Long Covid awareness and support

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    The numbers of people ill with Covid are much lower than they were. But Long Covid remains an issue for many people.

  34. Briefing: cost of living, health and advice

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Both recent government figures and data from Citizens Advice Sutton have made clear the links between the cost of living crisis and poor mental health.

  35. Long Covid: helpful resources

    Advice and Information -

    More than 1 in 40 people have had Long Covid. Some people don't get a diagnosis, have symptoms for a long time, find it hard to get support or lose hope for the future. These resources can help.