1. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  2. GP Access Hub Appointments in Brent

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    A report on patient experiences of making appointments in GP Access Hubs, and knowledge of self-care or alternatives to GP appointments

  3. Accessing services over the Christmas and New Year break

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    Season’s greetings from all of us at Healthwatch Brent – we hope that you have a peaceful and healthy festive break.

    Some of your usual NHS services will be closed or running reduced hours from 23– 26 December and from 30 December – 1 January, as services shut for the Christmas and New Year bank holidays. However, there are still options if you are unwell and need support.

  4. Accessing health services over the August bank holiday

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    Find out what's open when, and what to do if you have a medical emergency.

  5. Patient Experience Report Q1 2023 - 2024

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    Summary of patient feedback collected from April - June 2023.

  6. Patient Experience Report Q2 2023 - 2024

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    Summary of patient feedback collected from July - September 2023.

  7. Over 10,000 NHS pharmacies start treating for common conditions

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    Patients in England can now get treatment for seven common conditions at their local pharmacy without needing to see a GP, a new initiative from the NHS.

  8. Healthwatch Brent's 2024 Priorities

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    Read through our article to learn about our 2024 projects and priorities.

  9. How to access NHS services for Easter bank holiday

    Advice and Information -

    If you need support for your health outside of the standard opening hours of your local GP, there are places that you can go for support. Some usual NHS services will be closed or running reduced hours

  10. Registering with your GP: understanding your rights

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  11. Do you need help travelling to NHS services?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you when travelling to your GP, hospital or other NHS services in Brent.

  12. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

    Advice and Information -

    With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  13. Winter Access Funds Evaluation Reports – March 2022

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    Evaluating the additional services made available through Brent's winter access fund

  14. NHS funding brings relief to patients in Brent

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    NW London Clinical Commissioning Group runs additional weekend appointments

  15. Experiences of accessing a GP in Brent

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    We spoke to 371 people to find out about experiences of accessing a GP appointment in Brent

  16. Patient Experience Report 2021/2022 Q4

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from January - March 2022

  17. Patient Experience Report 2020/2021 Q3

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from January - March 2022

  18. Experiences of online GP consultations in North West London

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    Patients across North West London shared their views on online GP consultations

  19. Patient Experience Report April - September 2021

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    This repor gives a summary of our patient experience feedback from April - September 2021

  20. GP trends analysis report

    Report -

    This report examines the patient experience of GP Practices in Brent

  21. Phlebotomy Services in Brent

    Report -

    A review of Brent patients' experiences with phlebotomy services

  22. Summary of views on GP Hubs

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    In November and December 2014, Healthwatch Brent asked residents about their views on GP Hubs

  23. GP access: the story in Brent

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    Thanks to feedback shared by hundreds of Brent residents, we've been able to go to local GPs with recommendations for how to improve access.

  24. Understanding the experience of accessing a GP in Brent

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    How easy is it for patients to arrange a GP appointment in Brent? Are people able to speak to a doctor when they need to? Is it possible to arrange face-to-face appointments?

  25. Patient Experience Report Q1 2022 - 2023

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    Summary of our patient experience feedback from April - June 2022

  26. GP Access Hubs offer longer hours and more appointments

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    New GP Access Hubs are making it easier for patients in Brent to see a GP in the evening or at weekends.

  27. Patient feedback: July - September

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    We've published our Q2 patient experience report, highlighting the key issues and themes raised from July - September this year.

  28. Patient Experience Report Q3 2022 - 2023

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    Summary of patient experience feedback from October - December 2022

  29. Patient feedback: October - December 2022

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    Read more about the experiences and concerns of local people, focusing on data from Q3 2022-2023.

  30. Patient Experience Report Q4 2022 - 2023

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    Summary of patient experience feedback from January - March 2023

  31. How is GP access changing?

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    Information about accessing a GP in Brent

  32. Working on what matters to you

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    We have set our priorities for the year ahead.

  33. Community Research Report: Experiences of Romanian People Living in Brent

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    Feedback from 50 residents, sharing their experiences of accessing care

  34. Two North West London Hospitals to introduce Martha's Rule

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    NHS England has announced that Northwick Park and Ealing Hospital will be joining 100 hospitals across England to introduce 'Martha's Rule' from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

  35. The new Willesden Eyecare Centre

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    We are sharing details about the new eyecare centre in Willesden and what it will mean for patients in Brent and wider north west London.

  36. Top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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    Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.