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Discover simple steps to help look after your mental wellbeing: search every mind matters. A graphic from Better Health and the NHS

Discover simple steps to help look after your mental wellbeing

We all have times when we feel low, anxious or overwhelmed. But little things, like talking to a friend or taking a moment to breathe, can help us feel much better.
15 May 2025
Blog
A photo of a man in a wheelchair in a sports hall placing a brightly coloured cone in preperation of an activity.

Join the Include to Improve Lived Experience Network

Activity Alliance and Sport for Confidence want to hear from disabled people about their lived experiences of being active, volunteering and working in the sport and physical activity sector.
15 May 2025
News
The front cover of the Medihands Clifton Enter & View Report

Enter & View Report - Medihands Clifton

Healthwatch Kingston champions better standards of care in socially funded health and social care services. This report presents the findings of the Healthwatch Kingston's Authorised Representatives’ visit to Medihands Clifton. Medihands Clifton is situated in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames and is one of the two homes run by Mrs Jayashreer Sawmynaden.
15 May 2025
Report
An illustration of a group of people in a circle, text reads 'mental health awareness week: together for good mental health'

Mental Health Awareness Week: The Power of Community

Being part of a safe, positive community is vital for our mental health and wellbeing. We thrive when we have strong connections with other people and supportive communities that remind us, we are not alone. Communities can provide a sense of belonging, safety, support in hard times, and give us a sense of purpose.
8 May 2025
Blog
A purple toned illustration of a calendar with text that reads 'mental health awareness week: local events and resources'.

Mental Health Awareness Week: Local Events and Resources

Being part of a positive community is good for mental health and wellbeing. Celebrate the importance of community this Mental Health Awareness Week by getting involved in Kingston community events.
8 May 2025
Blog
A photo of a medical waiting room, overlaid text reads 'The fight for Accessible Healthcare: Royal National Institute for Deaf People'

Lack of communication support leaves sign languages users in the dark about their health conditions

New reseach from the Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID) has found that half of sign language users do not understand diagnoses, or how their treatment works.
24 April 2025
News
an illustration of an envelope with an NHS letter, text reads 'NHS given special stamps to cut late letters'

The NHS will get its own Royal Mail postage class to help stop late letters leading to missed appointments

A new Royal Mail NHS-specific barcode will support mail delivery teams to ensure NHS letters are delivered on time.
16 April 2025
News
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South west Londoners reminded that NHS is here for them this Easter bank holiday weekend

People needing medical help or advice should go to 111.nhs.uk first, unless it is a life-threatening emergency, in which case they must call 999
16 April 2025
News
An out of focus photo of a hospital corridor, text reads 'Have your say: new british sign language services in South West London'

New British Sign Language Interpreting Services for GP Practices in South West London

GP practices in South West London introduced a new British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter provider in 2024. We want to know if the new services are helping to address concerns that people raised with us. Share your experience with us for a chance to win a non-cash voucher.
11 April 2025
News
A photo of dentistry tools

Understanding Your Right to an NHS Dentist

Does signing up with your dentist work the same way as registering with your GP? If you think the answer is yes, you're not alone.
10 April 2025
Advice and Information
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Call for Concern — Martha's Rule

Martha’s Rule is a key patient safety initiative to ensure that patients, families, carers and hospital staff’s concerns about a worsening health condition are listened to. This can help detect deterioration early, so action can be taken to prevent more serious health problems.
10 April 2025
Advice and Information
The front cover of a report titled 'Independent evaluation of the Kingston community mental health transformation programme'

Independent Evaluation of the Kingston Community Mental Health Transformation Programme

This report presents insights from three surveys on mental health services in Kingston, conducted between June 2023 and March 2024. Commissioned by South West London and St George’s NHS Mental Health Trust, the findings will help shape future improvements and assess progress since the Trust’s mental health service transformation began in 2021.
28 March 2025
Report

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