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The British Medical Association has announced today that GPs will start capping appointments in an immediate work-to-rule action following a dispute over funding levels. Read Healthwatch England's response. -
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Complete our short survey and help the NHS hear if you are getting the right help to prevent or deal with sight problems. -
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The NHS is transferring more services from hospitals to local communities. This simple story from Milton Keynes highlights why patient feedback is crucial to the success of these changes. -
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Rizqa is passionate about helping people in her community. Find out her thoughts on why volunteering is important and what volunteering teaches you. -
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The experiences Healthwatch are hearing from feedback across England show that people are waiting a long time for care. Healthwatch England's recommendations to the government set out how mental health services can be improved and provide better care for patients. -
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This week is Know Your Numbers! Week and this year the theme is ‘You have the Power.’ -
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Our new research calls for a more personalised approach to cervical screening to help the NHS meet its ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040. -
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Junior doctors in England have agreed on a deal to end NHS industrial action. Read Healthwatch England's response. -
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This National Eye Health Week, we want to find out how eye care can work better for you. Here, Linda and Aubrey tell us what is and isn't working for them. -
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New Freedom of Information findings reveal a worrying picture of pharmacy closures across England, hitting older people and rural communities the hardest. Read Healthwatch England's research to find out more. -
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An investigation of the NHS states that the health service is in a “critical condition”. The Government has said that the NHS must “reform or die”. But what does this mean for the public? -
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We're conducting a survey to learn more about parents' experiences with their mental health and maternity services throughout the perinatal period. -
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With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out for and what support is available. -
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We supported Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) to gather patient experiences of the Haywood Hospital Walk-in Centre through a combined Quality Standards Assurance Visit (QSAV) and Enter and View visit. -
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Pharmacy First was launched in January 2024 and enabled a range of minor ailments to be treated by local pharmacists rather than requiring a GP appointment. The service aims to free up GPs to be able to treat those with more serious ailments and those with long-term health conditions. -
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We’re excited to share that we’ll be at the Together We Thrive event on 7th November, showcasing our SEND support services. -
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Each year, people travel to millions of NHS appointments. But with growing pressure on local health services and the high cost of living, travelling to care is another expense many people struggle to afford. Read what they've told Healthwatch England. -
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A local formulary is a list of medicines that are approved for use and are able to be prescribed by healthcare professionals, such as a GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner within local healthcare services. However, these preferred prescribing lists can vary from locality to locality, which for Chloe* meant that her GP couldn’t continue her prescription. -
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Currently, with winter approaching, there is an abundance of social media infographics informing people on where to go for the right care, at the right place. The NHS 111 service offers advice and guidance on the most appropriate local service for their care needs – but sometimes they can get it wrong... -
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of urgent and emergency services at Royal Stoke University Hospital, part of University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust. -
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If you are looking to share your stories and experiences of local health and social care services with us over Christmas, keep in mind our opening hours and other ways to get in touch. -
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In November, we conducted a semi-announced visit to Middleport Medical Centre, following feedback that we received earlier in the year from local patients. -
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The Government has announced a major increase to GP funding and plans to cut targets to free up doctors' time. -
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Healthwatch England welcomes plans for a Social Care Commission. -
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Smokers and vape users can struggle to access stop-smoking services and education. Their feedback reveals poor promotion, long waits, and inflexible support and outlines steps that could help more people kick the habit. -
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Healthwatch England and a coalition of trade unions, professional bodies, charities and patient groups, call for an end to treating patients in corridors and other inappropriate spaces.
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As pressure mounts on emergency care services, one patient's story shows why change is needed to ensure everyone can accesses urgent care when they need it. -
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We organised a joint follow-up Enter & View visit to The Royal Stoke University Hospital Maternity Services with Healthwatch Staffordshire on 16 October 2024. Read all about our joint visit in this report which includes a background and our purpose for the visit, the methodology utilised, an outline of our findings and our recommendations. -
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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. -
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Five things you should expect from home care, domiciliary care or help in the home. -
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How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost. -
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