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This briefing shows how people's experiences can be used to support the development of a long-term vision for the NHS to strengthen these services.
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NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.Response -
Our response to NHS England's announcement on travel options for people facing long waits for care.Report -
Find out how the NHS can work better across teams to help people who are receiving care.Blog -
Our research reveals worrying problems with hospital discharge arrangements. Many people told us they are not given the right support or information when being discharged from hospital. Read their experiences and our calls to action.Blog -
Four areas where you can improve support for people diagnosed with diabetes.Advice and Information -
Diabetes UK estimates that five million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with 850,000 of them not yet diagnosed.Advice and Information -
Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.Blog -
Find out what's working and what could be better regarding people's right to choose where they receive treatment.Blog -
Access to care is the main concern people have shared with us in the past year. Our new report looking at health and social care from the patients' perspective has warned that we risk "a two-tier health and care system" unless the NHS takes faster action to tackle access issues.Report -
Take a look at our supporting papers for the November 2023 committee meeting.Report -
Performance numbers and the media highlight the issues the NHS faces – but they only tell part of the story. Our new report brings to light the public’s perspective on the state of health and social care.Blog -
As part of our report The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care, we have set out recommendations for decision makers across ten key areas.Advice and Information -
Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery?Blog -
Social care reform is desperately needed to ensure the public can get the help they're entitled to, and that teams have the support they need to deliver this care.Blog -
Long wait times for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) support can have a severe impact on individuals. We look at what people have already told us and urge you to come forward if you have been affected.Advice and Information -
From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.Blog -
Homeless people have worse mental and physical health than the general population. Our research shows issues with access to the health and social care they need.Response -
Five organisations representing NHS leaders and patients join forces regarding on-going industrial action in the NHS.News -
Professor Sultan Mahmud joins the Healthwatch England Committee.Report -
We've looked at feedback about what works and what doesn't when it comes to outpatient care. Learn the key issues and read our recommendations.Blog -
Natalie is among the many people who have recently told us how their diabetes care can be improved.Blog -
This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Our new blog brings together some of the key challenges people have shared about cervical screening with local Healthwatch and outlines the steps we are taking nationally to address those.News -
Thanks to over 2,500 people who shared their views on the six-week check-up, we have ensured that the NHS prioritises mental health support for new parents.News -
The NHS published their primary care recovery plan last May, and thanks to so many of you sharing your feedback about your experiences, we ensured it promised lots of changes.News -
In July last year, we published our findings of experiences you shared about trying to get cancer care. Thanks to this insight, the NHS has simplified their process so people can better understand what to expect.News -
Healthwatch Impact Award shortlist announced. Find out about eighteen projects chosen for their work to improve care using your feedback.Advice and Information -
Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.Blog -
We look at the action the Government is planning to take on an issue that young people first raised with us in 2022.Report -
Take a look at our supporting papers for the November 2023 committee meeting.Blog -
With a record number of patients stuck in A&E, our CEO Louise Ansari wants to see a longer-term plan to improve conditions in which people wait for life-saving care. This should include real-time monitoring and reporting on patient experience.Response -
Under a new plan published today, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year. Read our response.Advice and Information -
The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.Blog -
In honour of Student Volunteer Week, get to know some of our student volunteers and discover why they decided to volunteer with us and what they learnt.News -
‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.Advice and Information -
Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.Response -
NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.Response -
Healthwatch and national organisations representing patients and NHS leaders express concerns over Royal Mail plans to delay bulk mail of NHS appointment letters.Report -
Discover what funding the Healthwatch network has received to carry out its statutory activities in 2023-24.Blog -
Emma can't afford dental care for their children. Because of stories like hers, we're calling for reform of NHS dentistry.Report -
Using experiences of care from over 10 million people collected over the past ten years, we have a bold vision for the NHS in 2030. Find out where we think the NHS should be in six years and how it can get there.Response -
As part of the dental recovery plan, dental practices will benefit from extra cash for taking on new NHS patients from today, Friday 1 March, to improve access. Read our response.News -
Local Healthwatch wins Impact Award in a tight competition showcasing the outstanding work done to improve care over the last year.Response -
Read our response to the increase in fees for NHS dental care.Blog -
The cost of living remains a barrier to health, particularly for people on low incomes, and those requiring dental care.Response -
Our chief executive reflects on the findings of the King's Fund's latest report on the state of adult social care.Report -
In our 2022-23 annual report, we share the value that the public's voices bring to health and social care services. Read about our work and the next steps we plan to take.Blog -
The healthcare system is facing its biggest challenges yet. In our annual report, we show how listening to the voices of the public can lead to a system that works better for everyone.
