1. 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.

  2. 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.

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

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    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.

  4. Accessing dentistry services during COVID-19

    News -

    Our latest report looks at the current dental situation in Sutton as residents told us they struggled to access local NHS dental care.

  5. Report: Accessing dentistry services during Covid-19

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Our report looks at the current dental situation in Sutton as residents told us they struggled to access local NHS dental care.

  6. What medical support are you entitled to if you're new to the UK?

    Advice and Information -

    For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register with a GP.

  7. 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.

  8. Report: problems accessing dental services

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Healthwatch Sutton has published a report highlighting problems local people have finding a dentist, and making both routine and emergency appointments.

  9. We’re taking action to improve access to NHS dentists

    Healthwatch Sutton news -

    We know from feedback through our website and at community events that many people in Sutton still aren’t able to see an NHS dentist. We have recently been told by a local NHS manager that there are no dentists in Sutton accepting new NHS patients.

    Access to NHS dentists is one of the issues – second only to access to GP services – that most concerns people about local health services. People are also concerned about the cost of dental treatment. Healthwatch Sutton is working with other Healthwatches in South West London and with local NHS bodies to highlight these problems and improve services.

  10. Dental charges up again - why we're concerned

    Health and care news -

    Many people can't afford even NHS charges

  11. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

    Advice and Information -

    Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.

  12. Snapshot 1: An overview of local Health and Social care services in Sutton

    Report -

    In early 2018, we asked residents to complete a short 12 question survey (Take 5) to capture their thoughts on potential changes to health and social care services in Sutton. This report contains the analysed data of these responses.

  13. Would you rather be treated by a fallible human or a compassionless robot? Healthwatch explores people's views on the NHS at 80 and beyond

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    In the 70th much celebrated year of the NHS, Healthwatch is turning its attention to the future, asking the public some big questions about what they want health and care in England to look like.

  14. 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.

  15. Health Support and Voluntary Groups invited to have your say on Sutton Health and Care Programme

    News -

    The Sutton Health & Care Programme Team have been working to integrate services for Sutton residents.

  16. Improving health and care for Sutton residents

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

  17. 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.

  18. Help design a GP service that works for you

    News -

    Share your views with us and make a difference to your local GP service. You'll also be in with a chance to win £100 worth of vouchers!

  19. Changing your GP service survey report

    Report -

    In March 2020, we asked you to tell us what you thought about changing GP services in the Borough. Here is what we found:

  20. Shaping GP services in Sutton

    News -

    Earlier this year, we asked you to tell us what you thought about changing GP services in Sutton. Find out what you told us in our new report.

  21. Patient feedback on experiences of remote consultations & digital prescriptions

    Report -

    The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the majority of GP consultations to take place remotely, as well as an increase in electronic prescriptions. We captured patients' views on their recent experiences of using these services.

  22. Report: Experiences during the Covid pandemic

    Healthwatch Sutton report -

    Before the lockdown, we created a short survey to find out your views and understand the impact the coronavirus pandemic was having on you, your family and friends. Our new report captures your experiences as the pandemic unfolded in Sutton.

  23. 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.

  24. What do you think would help improve your physical & mental health? Tell us what you think and we'll give you £20!

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    We're looking for residents who live in St Helier, The Wrythe & Wandle Valley who have diabetes, or who are at a higher risk of developing diabetes to take part in a telephone interview.

  25. Delivering mental health care that works for our communities

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    Much has been written about the impacts of the pandemic, and the challenges the NHS has faced over the past 14 months. We know that there are important lessons to be learnt and that the effects will be felt for some time to come.