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Treating Minor Health Conditions is Changing
In March 2018 NHS England issued guidance that over the counter medicines for minor health conditions will no longer be routinely prescribed by a GP or other primary care service.
18 January 2019
Advice and Information
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Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?
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.
24 December 2018
Advice and Information
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A Young Person's Guide to Mental Health Services
Ever wondered how to navigate the world of mental health services, or how to find exactly what you're looking for?
5 December 2018
Advice and Information
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DIY For better health & wellbeing
Do you look after yourself? Find out more the many ways you keep yourself healthy.
23 November 2018
Advice and Information
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Prevention is better than cure - government announces new initiative
Matt Hancock, the Minister for Health and Social Care, has announced the government's plans to address the nation's health concerns.
21 November 2018
News
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Sexual Health Clinic open in Clapham Junction
A new sexual health clinic, offering confidential and fully-integrated sexual health and contraception services opened at Falcon Rd in Clapham Junction on 19 November 2018. Find out more about the clinic times at the new location.
14 November 2018
Advice and Information
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Build Bridges with Wandsworth Mediation Service
Are you seeking a safe place to have difficult conversations with people? Wandsworth Mediation Service can provide a safe place for people in conflict to come together
17 October 2018
Advice and Information
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New Online NHS Social Care Guide
Do you, or someone you know, need help with day-to-day living because of illness or disability? Read about the new guide that could help you.
3 October 2018
Advice and Information
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Why Your personal Information matters
Your health and adult social care information is important to the NHS as it helps them research, plan and improve health and care services in England.
3 October 2018
Advice and Information
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Carers in Crisis, reports Healthwatch England
Healthwatch England spoke to more than 5000 people from 27 communities across England about their experiences caring for a friend or loved one.
1 October 2018
News
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News from our Assembly - 19th September 2018
At our event in September 2018 we discussed communication with healthcare professionals and about what is important when we want to give feedback or raise a complaint. If you couldn't attend you can find out more in our report below.
30 September 2018
Report
Enter & View Visit to HM Prison Wandsworth
Healthwatch Wandsworth decided to visit Wandsworth prison to find out more about the quality of services, particularly for more disadvantaged groups such as older prisoners or those with mental health problems. Read our report on our findings.
30 September 2018
Report