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Find out how we have been helping to improve people's experiences of health and social care services in our annual report for 2017-18.

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Help encourage more people to share their experiences of health and care

As the NHS turns 70, we're encouraging more people to tell us what they think and help make care better for them, their families and their communities. Find out more about our campaign and how you can get involved

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

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

It is very difficult to get an appointment... it can take many days and by the time I get to the appointment I am very anxious and unable to focus on the reason why I needed the appointment in the first place.

Member of the public speaking to Healthwatch Rochdale about mental health services.

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Six resources to help you understand the implications of Brexit on health and social care

Take a look at these six resources to help you better understand how Brexit may affect you.

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Where to go for support when you have an eating disorder

This Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we're looking at what young people have told us about their experiences, and where to go for support if you need help.

19 February 2019

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Do you need help getting to hospital?

Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments

14 February 2019

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