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People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.Advice and Information -
Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including where to go and why it's important.Advice and Information -
Understanding the symptoms of flu and what the flu vaccine is helps you make informed decisions about your health.Advice and Information -
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.Advice and Information -
The continuing cost of living crisis is negatively affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.News -
Take a look at our work on women's health concerns, and what we're calling for to improve and tackle health inequalities.Advice and Information -
A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds a year on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.Blog -
NHS England has recently published its "Delivery plan for recovering access to primary care". We outline what the planned changes will mean for you.News -
The cost of living is having a detrimental impact on people's decisions about their healthcare. But if you are disabled, on means-tested benefits or aged 18-24, you're more likely to avoid vital health services due to the fear of extra costs. We set out immediate actions for the government and the NHS.Advice and Information -
Find out what a ‘fit note’ is, when you might need one and how to get one.Blog -
People rely on prescription medication to treat and manage their conditions and keep well. In our new blog, we highlight the challenges people have recently told us about when trying to get prescription medication.News -
NHS England is moving forward the timetable for the autumn COVID-19 and flu vaccine rollouts.News -
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.News -
We explore the three main challenges people face accessing health and care services when they live alone with limited or no support.Blog -
Good communication with patients goes a long way.Blog -
The public needs a bold vision for health and care services, informed by the wealth of patient experience we’ve collected over the past decade.News -
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.Blog -
Chris McCann, Director of Communications Insight and Campaigns at Healthwatch England, explains the role people can play in improving health outcomes in their communities.Report -
This briefing shows how engagement and participation with people and communities can deliver real benefits to the health and care system.Report -
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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Find out how the NHS can work better across teams to help people who are receiving care.Blog -
Four areas where you can improve support for people diagnosed with diabetes.Blog -
Find out what's working and what could be better regarding people's right to choose where they receive treatment.
