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The Government has announced that it wants to change the law to transfer the work of Healthwatch England to the Department of Health and Social Care and to transfer the work of local Healthwatch services (like us) to the NHS and local authorities.
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Staying safe in hot weather
Stay well in the heat. Find out what we can do to reduce its impact.
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Get Involved: Three Charities, One Volunteering Opportunity
We’re excited to be part of Volunteering Link – a new five-year project that brings together volunteering opportunities across Healthwatch Waltham Forest, Waltham Forest Community Hub, and Carers First under one coordinated programme. It’s designed to…
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Complete Locality Hub survey to help shape healthcare services
Waltham Forest Council, the NHS and the voluntary and community sector are working together to develop community healthcare spaces where GP services, screenings, tests and community services can all be provided in one place.
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Government says taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it…
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Time to get serious about men's NHS Health Checks
Healthwatch England's new research shows that too many men are missing out on the NHS Health Check, which is essential in preventing illness and…
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Need to cancel your hospital appointment?
Barts Health, who run our local Whipps Cross hospital, have launched a new campaign to help patients manage their appointments, creating faster and…
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Latest reports and publication

The Experience of Health, Care and Community Services, 01.04.25 - 30.06.25
This quarterly report is based on the experience of 1,442 people.
Overall satisfaction is 82% positive, same as last quarter.
Overall satisfaction is 82% positive, same as last quarter.
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The Experience of GP Services, 01.07.24 - 30.06.25
This annual report is based on the experience of 2,527 people.
Findings show that the overall sentiment is 79% positive.
Findings show that the overall sentiment is 79% positive.
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