News and reports

This week (23rd -29th March) is Healthwatch's Share for Better Care Week. Take three minutes to share your experience of health and social care.

One in seven NHS staff were physically attacked by a patient or the public last year – the highest rate for 3 years – according to the latest NHS England staff survey.

Today, Healthwatch England published a new report on the public's experiences of health and social care.

A new mental health crisis alternative service offering immediate support to anyone, aged 18 and over, in the borough experiencing mental distress. A safe, inviting and inclusive space where you can turn up without an appointment.

As the government prepares to refresh the Women Health’s Strategy, we share new findings on women’s top priorities.

Join Waltham Forest Women’s Network CIC and Step Into Your Strength CIC for a Powerful evening celebrating Women’s History Month, a night dedicated to amplifying women’s voices and honouring our right to be heard.

An event to celebrate 10 years of Social Prescribing in Waltham Forest.

A free event focussing focusing on building trust and genuine partnerships between healthcare researchers, industry partners and our local community.

Queen Mary University of London and Social Action for Health need help with a study into why people in northeast London use GPs for dental problems instead of dentists.

The NHS is urging patients to "tap the app" so they get reminders about appointments and can rearrange any they can’t make, helping to free up millions of appointments for others.

The Forest 8 PCN has organised this event at the Age UK Waltham Forest Hub in Chingford Mount from 12 -3pm on Saturday 7th March.

Healthwatch England have published a blog today. People are struggling to find the right information and are receiving care that’s not culturally appropriate.