1. Helping young people speak up about their mental health

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    Becky felt there wasn’t enough mental health support for people her age, and decided something needed to change.

  2. Tell us your story about maternal mental health

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    We want to know more about your experience of mental health support when planning to get pregnant, during pregnancy, at the birth of your child and afterwards.

  3. What did 34,000 people say about mental health care?

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    Read our report that highlights what we found when we analysed the mental health care experiences that over 34,000 people shared with us.

  4. What matters most: Four things people want from care

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    Since 2014, we’ve heard from 1.4 million people about what it’s like to use NHS and social care services. Our latest annual report to Parliament highlights what changes you want to see and how together we're making a difference.

  5. New Long Term Plan is "just the start"

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    The NHS in England has published a ten year plan setting its priorities for the future.

  6. Treat the whole person: The key to better mental health support

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    A counsellor shares his views about what would make care better for people with mental health conditions.

  7. Shortlist showcase - Championing diversity and inclusion

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    With a diverse population, it’s important that local services understand what their communities need, and that they don’t try and follow a one size fits all approach. Take a look at who has been shortlisted for our Diversity and Inclusion award.

  8. Shortlist showcase – Improving health and social care

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    Find out why five Healthwatch were nominated for our award celebrating the real changes they’ve helped make to people’s health and social care experiences.

  9. Why getting personal is important when it comes to health and care

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    Read a summary of our latest research to find out why personalised care is important.

  10. Make more space for new parents to talk about their mental health

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    In our new report, we share what parents have told us about their experiences of mental health problems during and after pregnancy, and call on services to give people more opportunities to talk about their mental wellbeing.

  11. More focus needed on how people travel to and from NHS services

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    Together with two leading charities, we are raising awareness of the issues people facing travelling to and from NHS services. We will be working with NHS England to support their new national review of the links between the NHS and local transport.

  12. Peer pressure, exams, family relationships - teenagers explain the stresses of modern life

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    For some young people, life can be stressful. We look at the work one local Healthwatch is doing to help young people raise awareness of the challenges that affect their mental wellbeing.

  13. What do men think of health and care services?

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    Local Healthwatch go on tour to see what men in the pubs and clubs of Blackburn with Darwen really think about health and care services.

  14. What have people told us about health and social care

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    Thousands of people share their experiences of health and care with Healthwatch every month. Download our briefing to find out the key issues people are raising about GPs, hospitals and other care services.

  15. Three steps to improve mental health support for young people

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    We spoke to 47 young people to find out how they want extra funding to be used, so they can access the mental health support they need.

  16. Five ways local Healthwatch have helped change mental health services

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    Access to and the quality of mental health services has been raised as a priority by more than half of local Healthwatch, making it the number one issue for 2016.

  17. Government listens to our concerns about rising emergency readmissions

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    In January, we highlighted six key areas to the Government for NHS England to focus on over the next year. Find out how these issues will be addressed through the NHS Mandate.

  18. Three steps people think would help prevent male suicide

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    On average 13 men take their life through suicide every day in the UK alone. During the Movember campaign, we spoke to a local Healthwatch to hear what people think could help tackle this issue.

  19. Every Voice Matters - our Annual Report to Parliament 2015-16

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    Published today, Every Voice Matters, our Annual Report to Parliament 2015-16, outlines how together we are putting people at the heart of care.

  20. What people think of mental health services

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    People have told local Healthwatch that mental health is a key priority. With the Mental Health Taskforce due to report its findings soon, we look in more detail at the challenges people have been sharing.

  21. Have you had an experience like Jane?

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    Jane was shocked to discover that her son, who has schizophrenia, was living in squalid conditions, despite having an agency employed to support him. We explain some of the wider problems we have heard about a range of non-regulated services.

  22. Young voices help improve mental health services

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    People have told us mental health is a top priority in 2016. The Government recently announced extra support for mental health in England, along with faster treatment for teenagers with eating disorders.

  23. Healthwatch network reveals public’s health and care priorities for 2017

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    Analysis by the national health and care consumer champion, Healthwatch England, has identified the key issues the public want to see policy makers and health professionals focus on over the next 12 months.

  24. Young listeners making a difference in Wiltshire

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    A child or young person’s early life experiences have a crucial impact on their adult health and life chances. Find out what one local Healthwatch is doing to get more young people to share their experiences of health and care.

  25. Healthwatch Awards 2020: Shortlist announced

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    We are delighted to announce the shortlist for the Healthwatch Awards 2020.

  26. Consumer champion to explore public’s role in driving change in Health and Care

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    Healthwatch England launches its 12 week consultation to help shape our strategy for the next two years.

  27. Focus on NHS Admin is needed to improve people’s experiences of care

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    In partnership with Healthwatch and National Voices, new findings from The King's Fund highlight the critical role of administration in how people experience care.

  28. How has lockdown affected people's mental health and dignity?

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    New research highlights the challenges faced by health and social care services in England and the importance of feedback for improving care.

  29. Tell us your story of maternal mental health care

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    Pregnancy is a major life event for any family. It can be joyful and fulfilling but also challenging. We’re launching a national survey to understand if care works for new mothers and birthing parents. Share your story.

  30. Better services for new mums in South Gloucestershire thanks to parents speaking out

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    Having a baby can bring many positive feelings and experiences but can also be overwhelming and challenging. Getting the proper support is vital to help new mums and their babies stay well. Find out how this is improving in South Gloucestershire.

  31. On the right path to improving hospital discharge for patients

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    Thanks to people sharing their views with Healthwatch, local leaders have invested £17m to improve hospital discharge – read more.

  32. Making GP practices deaf-friendly

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    Working with deaf people and people affected by hearing loss, Healthwatch Norfolk created a step-by-step guide on how GP practices can improve communication and make care accessible.

  33. Six-week postnatal checks are failing many new mothers

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    Deep-dive analysis of experiences of 2,693 new mothers and birthing parents shows that six-week postnatal checks – required of GPs in England - are failing many new mothers. We call for action.

  34. Celebrating 75 years of our NHS and the people improving care

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    As we celebrate 75 years of our NHS and look to a future where everyone can get the care they need, we celebrate some of the people who took the time to share their experiences with us and helped make care better for everyone. 

  35. Third of people in England lack confidence they can access critical NHS services

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    Our new research shows worryingly low public confidence in being able to access NHS services. A third of adults in England lack confidence that they can access timely care, including GP services, mental health support and hospital care. Read the findings and our calls to action.

  36. Accessing health and care services when you live alone

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    We explore the three main challenges people face accessing health and care services when they live alone with limited or no support.

  37. The impact of waiting: the stories behind the numbers

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    With the NHS under immense pressure, we look at the impact that waiting for a diagnosis, test, or treatment can have on individuals and some of the potential solutions that might help.

  38. Your feedback improved maternal mental health support

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    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.