Using digital media to amplify the voice of patients

News - 6 October 2015

Here are some great examples of how local Healthwatch are using videos to listen to and share the views of local people, and ensure their voices are heard.
Young people texting

Healthwatch Essex has been listening to people with long-term conditions, such as diabetes and multiple sclerosis, in Essex about their experiences of health and care services.

Healthwatch Hampshire has been working to understand the health and care needs of the Transgender community, exploring the 'patient pathway' through NHS services, from the initial GP appointment and referral, to a gender identity clinic, to hormone treatment and surgery.

For more videos exploring local Healthwatch work, take a look at our YouTube playlist.

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