1. Passionate about health and the local community? We're recruiting for health champions

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    Healthwatch Sutton, working in partnership with Community Action Sutton, is in its second year of delivering a programme of health champions.

  2. Treating minor health conditions is changing

    News -

    Minor health conditions are conditions that can be treated through self care.

  3. Improving Healthcare Together - Discussion Events

    Report -

    Healthwatch Sutton, Healthwatch Merton & Healthwatch Surrey were approached by Improving Healthcare Together to conduct discussion events around potential changes to Epsom, St Helier and Sutton Hospitals.

  4. Care.Data

    Report -

    In early 2014, we ran an online poll to find out what local people thought about the new care.data initiative.

  5. Community Health Champions

    News -

    Healthwatch Sutton has been working on a pilot project, funded by Sutton Clinical Commissioning Group, to recruit, train and support community health champions.

  6. Improving healthcare together 2020 - 2030 is seeking public feedback

    News -

    Improving Healthcare Together 2020 - 2030 are running engagement events for patients to learn more and share their thoughts. 

  7. Healthwatch Sutton release snapshot report looking at health and social care services in Sutton.

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    The last 12 months has been a period of planning and implementing significant changes to services in Sutton, especially regarding potential changes to NHS services.

  8. Healthwatch Sutton, Sutton CVS and Sutton CCG to run health awareness events in April

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    Healthwatch Sutton, Sutton CVS and Sutton CCG to run health awareness events in April to allow local residents to learn more about the services that are available to support them.

  9. We want you to take 5 and let us know what you think of Sutton services

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    We have launched a new way to feedback your thoughts and awareness of services in Sutton.

  10. South West London Clinical Conference - April 2019

    News -

    We ensured that patients' voices were heard at South West London Health and Care Partnership's Clinical Conference on 30th April 2019.

  11. What should you expect when it comes to care for your teeth?

    Advice and Information -

    Four questions staff should ask you or a loved one about your oral health if you're a care home resident, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence quick guide.

  12. Tell us what you think of Sutton services

    News -

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

  13. Mystery Shopping Report - GP registration for people without a fixed address

    Report -

    Earlier this year, our Healthwatch Sutton Mystery Shoppers contacted GP surgeries across the London Borough of Sutton, to find out whether it would be possible for a person without a fixed address to register with their local GP.

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

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    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.

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

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

  16. Four questions to get the most out of conversations with your Doctor

    Advice and Information -

    Feel in control of your healthcare with these four questions and make a decision that's right for you.

  17. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

    Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  18. 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.

  19. Where can I go for help when I'm ill in winter?

    Advice and Information -

    Feeling unwell? Read on for advice about where you can go for help with your health during the winter months.

  20. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services.

  21. Have your say on Epsom & St Helier proposals

    News -

    Your local NHS is consulting on proposals to invest in both Epsom and St Helier hospitals to build a new specialist emergency care hospital at Epsom, St Helier or Sutton hospital.

  22. Primary Care Networks - Changing your GP service

    Health and care news -

    The way GPs provide health services is changing. GP surgeries are working together in Primary Care Networks to provide a wider variety of services at a broader range of times in Sutton.

  23. Information on Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support and how you can help stop the spread.

  24. The Healthwatch Sutton team is working from home

    News -

    Following an official Government announcement on Monday 16th March, the Healthwatch Sutton team will be working remotely until further notice.

  25. Covid-19: a response from Sutton's Voluntary and Community Sector

    News -

    Published 19/03/2020

  26. COVID-19 voluntary and community sector appeal

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    Joint statement from: Alison Navarro, CEO Community Action Sutton, Anita Maulin, CEO Volunteer Centre Sutton, Nicola Upton, CEO Age UK Sutton, Rachael MacLeod, CEO Sutton Carers Centre & Judith Armstrong, Scheme Manager, Home-Start Sutton

  27. Cancer and coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    If you have cancer, it's understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

  28. Managing your health at home

    Advice and Information -

    The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak means you should only leave your home if it's essential, unless you feel very unwell or you are told to attend an existing appointment for ongoing treatment.

  29. Local GPs warn "don't wait to seek medical help if you need it"

    News -

    GPs in South West London have launched a new campaign to persuade the public to seek the urgent care and treatment they need.

  30. Snapshot 2 - 2020 Report

    Report -

    An overview of local people's views and awareness of change in health & social care in Sutton.

  31. Healthwatch Sutton releases second snapshot report taking a close look at health and care services in Sutton

    News -

    Today, we publish a report looking at local people's views and awareness of change in health and social care services in Sutton.

  32. How to get a NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

    Advice and Information -

    Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with social distancing rules making it difficult to access services. Here's some information on how to access an NHS dentist during the pandemic.

  33. Children (0-18) and shielding

    Advice and Information -

    The majority of children who have been previously identified as 'clinically extremely vulnerable' will no longer need to shield.

  34. What can you expect when you're discharged from hospital?

    Advice and Information -

    The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what you can expect when it's time to leave hospital.

  35. St Helier is still here for you

    News -

    A message from Dr Dino Pardhanani, GP Borough Lead for Sutton.

  36. Londoners to get NHS urgent and emergency care in the right place, at the right time with 111 First

    News -

    How people access parts of emergency care in London is changing, with '111 First' helping them to get the right care, in the right place, more quickly.

  37. Flu vaccinations in Sutton

    News -

    Each year flu kills on average 11,000 people across the UK and hospitalises many more. Protect yourself and others against flu. Get the flu vaccine from a pharmacy or GP.

  38. Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first

    Advice and Information -

    The NHS is providing a new and convenient way for you to access urgent care from 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

  39. Key facts on vaccines

    Advice and Information -

    As we prepare for the COVID-19 vaccine, we want to share some facts on ways that vaccines are crucial and part of our defence against infectious diseases.

  40. COVID-19 vaccine roll-out

    News -

    Hundreds of local vaccination services run by family doctors and their teams have now opened across England, with more practices in more parts of the country joining in on a phased basis in the coming months.

  41. The NHS is still here for you when you need urgent health advice

    News -

    During lockdown you can still get advice for your urgent health concerns.

  42. All London residents can now have a personalised care plan

    News -

    All London residents can now have a personalised care plan.

  43. Which COVID-19 test is right for you?

    Advice and Information -

    Not all COVID tests are the same so it's important to get the right one. Find out where to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

  44. What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?

    Advice and Information -

    Your mental illness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.

  45. For quick health advice, visit your local pharmacist in Sutton

    Advice and Information -

    Your local pharmacists are medically trained experts and can help with lots of common conditions and minor illnesses, such as colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains.