News and reports | Healthwatch Sutton

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Sutton residents told: "At the first signs of a winter illness, don't wait until it gets worse. See your pharmacist!"

Doctors in Sutton are urging patients to visit their pharmacist at the first signs of an illness this winter, after it was revealed that many are unaware of the expert healthcare advice they offer.

2 December 2019

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Healthcare professionals encourage those over 65 in Sutton to get their flu jab before temperatures drop!

In Sutton, doctors are encouraging those aged 65 and over to get their flu jab this winter.

8 November 2019

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High risk of flu in Sutton as only 44% of 'at risk' adults are protected against virus

In Sutton, doctors are encouraging 'at risk' adults, such as pregnant women and those with long-term conditions to get their flu jabs this winter.

8 November 2019

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Tell us what you think of Sutton services

Can you spare 5 minutes to let us know what you think about health and social care services in Sutton?

15 October 2019

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Healthwatch Sutton receives highly commended recognition at national awards

We are pleased to announce Healthwatch Sutton has been recognised as highly commended for 'Helping more people to have their say' at the 2019 Healthwatch Network Awards.

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Improving health and care for Sutton residents

A major plan to improve the health and care of residents in Sutton has been launched.

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Healthwatch calls on health professionals in Sutton to make more space for new parents to talk about their mental health

Independent health and social care champion Healthwatch Sutton is calling on local services to make more space for new parents in Sutton to talk about their mental health.

9 September 2019

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69% of expectant/recent mums did not receive enough information about their mental wellbeing

Today, we publish what we found when we asked over 300 expectant and recent mums, as well as their partners, about their experiences of services and views concerning their mental wellbeing.

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Healthwatch Sutton Newsletter - Autumn 2019

Welcome to our Autumn 2019 newsletter!

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Healthwatch Sutton shortlisted for national award

Healthwatch Sutton has been nominated for a national award by Healthwatch England for 'Helping more people to have their say' on children and young people's mental health.

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Sutton practice jumps from Inadequate to Good

The Care Quality Commission has rated Sutton's Dr Hafeez and Partner practice as Good overall. Previously it was in special measures and rated Inadequate.

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Healthwatch Sutton Annual General Meeting 2019

We will be hosting our Annual General Meeting on Thursday 29th August 2019, from 2pm - 3:30pm at Granfers Community Centre, SM1 3AA.