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Community Navigator Service Evaluation

This is an evaluation of the Community Navigation Service, across the Holistic Assessment Rapid Investigation Team and the GP Practice.

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Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours in Merton?

Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Find out where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

24 September 2019

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World Suicide Prevention Day

Did you know September 10th 2019 was World Suicide Prevention day? Healthwatch Merton is supporting this campaign in the borough.

24 September 2019

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Patient Access Online Now Offers Proxy Access in Merton

You can now request to act as a proxy for children, relatives and dependants that you care for using Patient Access in Merton.

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Women-only Contraception Clinic for Merton Residents

NHS Sexual Health South West London manage all sexual health services in Wandsworth, Merton and Richmond.

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Do you need help getting to hospital in Merton?

If you visited hospital recently, how did you get there? Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

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Merton Health and Care Plan

This plan has been published as a discussion document and has used the ideas generated during an event held in November 2018.

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People regret not raising concerns about their care – but those who do raise concerns see improvements

Almost 7 million people who have used health or social care services, in the last five years, have had concerns about their care but never raised them.

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New website to give essential information about services in native tongue

Healthwatch Merton is pleased to see the launch of a free website for anyone new to living in London, who doesn’t speak English as a first language.

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Have your say on implementing the NHS Long Term Plan

The NHS Long Term Plan included suggested legislative changes to help implement the plan faster and more effectively.

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Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

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