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Annual Report 2019-20 Guided by you

Annual Report 2019-20

Our annual report tells the story of our work from April 2019 to March 2020.

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How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

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.

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Representation of at risk groups (Shielding)

Guidance updated on shielding

Last updated 24/06/2020 - The Government have announced that the advice for people who are shielding because of COVID-19 will be relaxed in two phases.

Representation of at risk groups (Shielding)

Process for patients to be removed from the clinically extremely vulnerable list

Information correct as of 1st June 2020 As we move into the next phase of COVID-19 measures, some patients are being identified by clinicians as no longer needing to be on the clinically extremely vulnerable list.

Advice and Information

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What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

Advice and Information

NHS - Help us help you get the treatment you need

NHS: Help us help you get the treatment you need

While many operations for non-emergency surgery have been cancelled to free up hospital beds during the current Coronavirus crisis, the NHS wants to get the message out via a new campaign that it is still open for urgent treatment.

Healthwatch Hillingdon Volunteer Blog - COVID-19 and me

Volunteer Blog: COVID-19 and me

A Healthwatch Hillingdon volunteer gives their experiences of coronavirus, and faith.

Healthwatch Hillingdon Volunteer Blog - Life during the Pandemic

Volunteer Blog: Life during the pandemic

A Healthwatch Hillingdon volunteer gives their experiences of living in the pandemic.

Young Healthwatch on... Lockdown

Young Healthwatch on... Lockdown

A Young Healthwatch Hillingdon member gives their view and experience of the coronavirus outbreak, on the topic of lockdown.

Young Healthwatch Hillingdon - Coronavirus Hub for Young People

Coronavirus Hub for Young People

Young Healthwatch Hillingdon have created this hub for local young people to provide support during this very difficult time.

Figures depicting mental health and isolation, Title: Isolation

Living alone in the coronavirus crisis

ISOLATION – it’s a word we’re hearing a LOT at the moment, and we know the reasons why we must adhere to it. But the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has made it harder for people to keep their social connections going as they normally would.

NHS Coronavirus Status Checker

NHS asks people to share their coronavirus symptoms to help others.