1. Highlighting our concerns about local Healthwatch regulations

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    We share a number of issues in relation to the local Healthwatch regulations and ask for clarity to avoid any confusion.

  2. Our response to NHS England specialised commissioning engagement

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    In response to NHS England consultation, we outline our expectations in terms of good consultation and engagement practice.

  3. Our response to the Nuffield Trust 'ratings review'

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    Should there be ‘Ofsted-style’ ratings for health and social care providers? We share our views.

  4. Healthwatch marks network launch across five events in England simultaneously

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    We celebrated the launch of the Healthwatch network on 1 April 2013 with a series of events across England.

  5. The NHS needs to listen to what patients have to say to improve future care

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    New findings from the Keogh Review show while there are examples of good care, there are areas where improvement is urgently required.

  6. Healthwatch England launches first Annual Report to Parliament

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    Our annual report to Parliament outlines the role of Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch, as well as highlighting our activity over our first six months.

  7. Our response to NHS England's report on urgent and emergency care

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    New report proposes a shift in how urgent and emergency care is provided.

  8. Changes to GP contract important step towards more consumer focused health service

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    The Secretary of State for Health, Jeremy Hunt, has today announced a series of changes to their contract with the NHS for 2014/15 that put a greater focus on patients.

  9. Our views on the Government’s response to the Francis Inquiry

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    The government has accepted the recommendations made by Robert Francis, following the public inquiry in to the failings at Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust.

  10. 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.

  11. Mental Health Awareness Week

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  12. Deaf awareness week

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  13. International Day of the Midwife

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  14. Dyslexia Awareness Week

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  15. Movember

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  16. National Stress Awareness Day

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  17. Maternal Mental Health Matters Awareness Week

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  18. Stress awareness month

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  19. National Self-Care Week

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  20. Carers' Rights Day

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  21. International Volunteer Day

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  22. Mouth cancer action month

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  23. Pancreatic cancer awareness month

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  24. Lung cancer awareness month

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  25. International Women's Day

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  26. Young Carers Action Day

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  27. World Autism awareness day

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  28. World Health Day

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  29. No More Week

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  30. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

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  31. World Parkinson's Day

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  32. MS Awareness Week

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  33. Healthwatch England welcomes new Committee member

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    Professor Sultan Mahmud joins the Healthwatch England Committee.

  34. Declaration of interests for Chair and Committee

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    We have detailed the declarations of interests for our Committee. For example, connection with a voluntary or other body or position in a political party.

  35. What people told us about outpatient appointments

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    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.

  36. 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.

  37. NHS promises better access to GP services

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    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.

  38. Improving the wait for cancer care

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    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.

  39. A vision for the NHS: What do patients want?

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  40. Barriers and inequalities in cervical screening

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    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.

  41. Technology and information are key to managing diabetes: Natalie's story

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    Natalie is among the many people who have recently told us how their diabetes care can be improved.

  42. What is measles and who can get the vaccine?

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    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.

  43. Student Volunteering Week

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  44. International Childhood Cancer Day

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  45. Cancer Prevention Action Week

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  46. Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2024

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  47. Zero Discrimination Day

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  48. World Hearing Day

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  49. Meet the game-changing teams shortlisted for helping to make care better

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    Healthwatch Impact Award shortlist announced. Find out about eighteen projects chosen for their work to improve care using your feedback.