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The latest news and information from Healthwatch Camden.
Changes to several local GP practice contracts
Decision on AT Medics Ltd change of control: A meeting of NHS North Central London Integrated Care Board (NCL ICB) has reached a decision about several local GP practice contracts, having reviewed them following contractual breaches. The NCL ICB Primary Care Committee determined that the contracts for five GP practices in Camden and Islington operated…
learn how to prevent and manage diabetes
Top health professionals from University College London Hospital (UCLH) will be sharing crucial insights on managing and preventing diabetes, stroke and lung-related issues at three events this September at Castlehaven Community Association.
Healthwatch Camden Annual Report 2023 / 2024
The Healthwatch Camden Annual Report 2023 / 2024 is now available for download from this website.
Who are physician associates and what do they do?
Article on physician associates, including their training and the kind of care they can provide.
What does the King’s Speech say about Health?
The King’s speech, which King Charles III gave on 17th July, sets out the new laws our government plans to pass in the UK. There were several bills (proposed laws) related directly to health. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will introduce a progressive smoking ban to gradually end the sale of tobacco products stop vapes…
LDC Confederation – Dentistry Public Attitude Survey
The LDC Confederation has partnered with Local Healthwatch in England to ask what you think about NHS dentistry. We know that there are many issues accessing NHS dental care and your answers will help politicians to understand more about what the public expects from NHS dentistry. Please find more information and the Local Healthwatch Survey.
NCL ICB language line survey
The North Central London (NCL) Integrated Care Board (ICB) would like feedback from residents who use the language line service. The survey relates to when a resident requires an interpreter (signed or spoken) to communicate with their GP/nurse during an appointment at the GP surgery. For more information and to complete the survey by 26th…
Free prescriptions for care experienced young people in north central London
Care experienced young people in north central London, who currently pay for their prescriptions, can now apply for a Prescription Prepayment Certificate so they don’t have to pay for prescribed medication. Those eligible must be: • Aged 18 to 24, up to their 25th birthday • Registered with a GP • A care experienced young…
Junior Doctors Strikes
We are urging people to take extra care and to access NHS services wisely during the upcoming industrial action by junior doctors from 7.00am on Thursday 27th June to 7.00am on Tuesday 2nd July. The strikes are likely to have an impact on some NHS services and see some appointments disrupted. However, please attend your…
Are you diabetic? Want to learn more about the blood test for glucose control HBA1C?
Attend this free online event on Thursday 13th June 2-3.30 to learn all about this important test. All who are affected by diabetes are welcome. Plus all healthcare professionals. Run by Diabetes UK, the event will feature Sarah Gregory, a Diabetes Advanced Practitioner, who will go over everything you need to know about the blood…
Would you like to be a Trustee?
We are looking for trustees to join our board.
Tuesday 23rd April Wellbeing and Cancer Awareness Workshop
Healthwatch Camden and Camden Disability Action are holding a workshop with important information on wellbeing and cancer awareness.