Issue - meetings

Louisa Bourlet, Community Health Development Officer, Dr Amna Naeem and Dr David Peprah.

Review of current local activity.

RECEIVED the presentation in respect of cancer screening awareness campaign, presented by Dr Nitika Silhi.

NOTED

1.    The Enfield campaign had evolved from pre-pandemic work.

2.    A snapshot of what was happening across Enfield was shown. The hyperlocal campaign was built on national messaging. Information had been distributed via websites, newsletters, posters, social media, etc and been shared by partners.

3.    Future planned initiatives included translation of national materials for distribution at community venues, and recruitment of local champions.

4.    Input from partners was welcomed.

IN RESPONSE

5.    In response to Members’ queries it was advised that Enfield was meeting targets for certain cohorts but there was a need to encourage screening take-up, to explain the importance of taking part in screening when invited, and of normalising these processes. Some groups had been found to require more targeting. If people had other problems such as mental health issues, they may present later.