@HW_Sutton

Independent champion for people using local #health and #social care services in Sutton.

 Sutton, London
healthwatchsutton.org.uk
Joined March 2010
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHSMar 31
Industrial action by resident doctors starts from Tuesday 7 April to Monday 13 April. During strike action the NHS is still here for people who need it. Please use 111 online and in life-threatening emergencies call 999. Read more: orlo.uk/cTA7B
Industrial action by resident doctors starts from Tuesday 7 April to Monday 13 April. During strike action the NHS is still here for people who need it. Please use 111 online and in life-threatening emergencies call 999.

ALT Industrial action by resident doctors starts from Tuesday 7 April to Monday 13 April. During strike action the NHS is still here for people who need it. Please use 111 online and in life-threatening emergencies call 999.

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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHSJan 13
Local hospitals are extremely busy. Need urgent treatment? Pharmacies can advise on a range of minor illnesses. Get your flu jab to reduce your risk of becoming unwell. In emergencies, call 999. For all other urgent health needs use 111 online.
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHS16 Dec 2025
From tomorrow until 22 December, some services will be affected due to strike action. Please attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are contacted and told otherwise. Use NHS 111 and in life-threatening emergencies call 999. Read more: orlo.uk/2j1gU
From tomorrow until 22 December, some services will be affected due to strike action. Please attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are contacted and told otherwise. Use NHS 111 and in life-threatening emergencies call 999. Read more: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/information-for-the-public-on-industrial-action/

ALT From tomorrow until 22 December, some services will be affected due to strike action. Please attend your GP and dental appointments unless you are contacted and told otherwise. Use NHS 111 and in life-threatening emergencies call 999. Read more: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/information-for-the-public-on-industrial-action/

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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHS8 Sep 2025
You can now book your flu and Covid-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you’re eligible.   Appointments will start from 1 October.  You don’t need to wait to be invited. Find out more and book now: orlo.uk/sjnn1
Eligible people can now book their autumn Covid-19 and flu vaccines online or via the NHS App

ALT Eligible people can now book their autumn Covid-19 and flu vaccines online or via the NHS App

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Looking for a new role? Know someone who might fit the bill? Two weeks to go! Share, apply and join us!! #newjob #newchallenge #charityjob #hiring #recruitment #talent
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People in the UK are experiencing huge gaps and differences in their cancer care, simply because of who they are or where they live. This has to change. If you’re worried about any signs or symptoms, please get in touch with your GP as soon as possible. theguardian.com/inequality/2…

Ethnic minorities in England ‘need more GP visits’ before cancer diagnosis

One in five people on average need at least three interactions – but for ethnic minorities figure rises to one in three

theguardian.com
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland31 Jan 2024
Today the NHS is expanding community pharmacy services. You can now go to your local pharmacy for treatment for seven common conditions and they may provide some prescription medicine without you needing to see a GP. Read more about the service. england.nhs.uk/2024/01/over-…
Elderly woman standing outside holding a prescription bag. She is wearing gloves and smiling. Text overlay reads: Pharmacy reforms to bring new services to the high street. For the first time patients can get treatment for seven common conditions directly from a pharmacy.

ALT Elderly woman standing outside holding a prescription bag. She is wearing gloves and smiling. Text overlay reads: Pharmacy reforms to bring new services to the high street. For the first time patients can get treatment for seven common conditions directly from a pharmacy.

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Our good friends @AgeUKSutton are recruiting a Full Time Community Connections Officer. They are looking for that special someone that can engage with individuals on a 121 basis, building a connection that will help individuals to build confidence. bit.ly/41XcjSj
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It's pretty cold outside ❄️ And when temperatures drop, attendances to our emergency departments rise. Our staff have this advice on staying safe and well this winter 🔽
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
Healthwatch England@HealthwatchE16 Jan 2024
Permanent closures of pharmacies are catching people by surprise and leading to longer queues at those that stay open, we told MPs today. We highlighted research by @HW_Ricmond, about the impact of 2 branches that closed in quick succession late last year. bit.ly/3tU3ps6
Temporary closures caused by a lack of on-site pharmacist also cause patients to make multiple trips to pick up their prescriptions, which is difficult for people with mobility problems

ALT Temporary closures caused by a lack of on-site pharmacist also cause patients to make multiple trips to pick up their prescriptions, which is difficult for people with mobility problems

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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS
@NHSuk15 Jan 2024
Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help. The service is effective, confidential and free. Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk.
An illustration of a woman sat on a bench reading a book. The text reads "67% of people who accessed help for anxiety or depression saw an improvement in their mental health. NHS Talking Therapies can help. nhs.uk/talk The NHS logo is int he top right hand corner.

ALT An illustration of a woman sat on a bench reading a book. The text reads "67% of people who accessed help for anxiety or depression saw an improvement in their mental health. NHS Talking Therapies can help. nhs.uk/talk The NHS logo is int he top right hand corner.

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📢Thinking about a #newjob for the New Year? We are recruiting for an exciting #ManagementRole, so if you're interested or know someone who might fit the bill, check out the details on our website to apply by January 19th 2024!📅🙂#charityjobs
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS South West London@SWLNHS18 Dec 2023
Planned strike action by junior doctors is expected to cause major disruption over the coming weeks – but the NHS is still here for people who need care.  Please use ow.ly/zHYq50Qjhtp, and in life-threatening emergencies, call 999.  Read more: ow.ly/INH050Qjhto
Square graphic: Text reads: 'NHS Doctors strikes Weds 20 Dec - Sat 23 Dec Weds 3 Jan - Tues 9 Jan Please use 111.nhs.uk and 111 in emergencies Online 111.nhs.uk call 999'

ALT Square graphic: Text reads: 'NHS Doctors strikes Weds 20 Dec - Sat 23 Dec Weds 3 Jan - Tues 9 Jan Please use 111.nhs.uk and 111 in emergencies Online 111.nhs.uk call 999'

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Loneliness can affect anyone. Taking some of these actions can help you feel more positive and connected with other people. If you are feeling lonely at the moment, know it can get better. 💚 🔗 For more advice: bit.ly/3ux3RwB
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Our good friends @Jigsaw4u are looking for a Young People's Counsellor (FT or PT). The role will be based at Jigsaw4u in Mitcham, however majority of support will be provided on an outreach basis in Croydon, Merton and Sutton. Contact [email protected] for more info.
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland31 Oct 2023
From today NHS patients who have been waiting the longest for treatment will be contacted by their hospital and offered the opportunity to consider travelling to a different hospital, if it means they could be seen sooner. Read more. england.nhs.uk/2023/10/hundr…
Blue graphic with an outline of England in the background and five red pins indicating different locations. Text reads: Hundreds and thousands of NHS patients to be offered the chance to travel for treatment.

ALT Blue graphic with an outline of England in the background and five red pins indicating different locations. Text reads: Hundreds and thousands of NHS patients to be offered the chance to travel for treatment.

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It’s the Wallington Community Wellbeing Charity Health & Wellbeing Information & Advice Event on 3rd November from 11am to 3pm at Holy Trinity Centre Maldon Road, Wallington SM6 8BL. See flyer for details
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland26 Sep 2023
More than a million COVID-19 vaccines have been delivered since national bookings started a week ago. Care home residents and people aged 65 and over are among the first to have topped up their protection ahead of winter. Find out if you’re eligible now. nhs.uk/seasonalvaccinations
Image: An older woman has just received a vaccine. A doctor is holding a cotton pad to her arm. They are in a GP. Text: The NHS has delivered over a million COVID-19 vaccines in a week.

ALT Image: An older woman has just received a vaccine. A doctor is holding a cotton pad to her arm. They are in a GP. Text: The NHS has delivered over a million COVID-19 vaccines in a week.

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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland19 Sep 2023
This week, strike action will affect some key NHS services. @NHSEnglandNMD Professor Sir Stephen Powis explains how to access the NHS care you need. If you need medical help, use 111, or for a life-threatening emergency, please call 999.
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Healthwatch Sutton retweeted
NHS England
@NHSEngland21 Aug 2023
With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance. For more information on how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/online-s….
Remember to order prescriptions early. To avoid delays in getting your medicines over the bank holidays, please order prescriptions in good time. You can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS App or at your general practice.

ALT Remember to order prescriptions early. To avoid delays in getting your medicines over the bank holidays, please order prescriptions in good time. You can order repeat prescriptions through the NHS App or at your general practice.

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