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Milestone in tackling NHS longest waits - our response

NHS England has achieved the first milestone in its plan to eliminate backlogs caused by Covid. Read our response.

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BBC investigation on NHS dentistry - our response

A new investigation from BBC News and the British Dental Association has found nine in 10 NHS dental practices across the UK are not accepting new adult patients for treatment under the health service. Read our response.

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What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?

Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

Advice and Information

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The power of your feedback

It's easy to think that the feedback you give us doesn't make a difference. We want to show you how this isn't the case.

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Long Covid: How is your feedback making care better?

The NHS has announced a new plan and more money to improve support for Long Covid. Find out how the experiences you shared helped make the difference.

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Accessible Information Survey Findings

The Accessible Information Standard gives disabled people and people with sensory loss the right to get healthcare information they can understand and communications support if needed. Find out what people who need communications support told us.

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Disabled people report being blocked from NHS care due to poor communications

Our new deep-dive analysis of people's experiences of healthcare communication is a stark reminder of why NHS England and the 42 new Integrated Care Systems need to ensure services abide by the Accessible Information Standard.

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Are NHS waiting times pushing more people to go private?

Record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. Read our response.

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NHS acts on your feedback to improve dental care

Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response.

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Fall in patient satisfaction with GPs

The latest GP patient survey shows that overall satisfaction with services has fallen and more people are avoiding making an appointment. Read our response.

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Declaration of interests for Chair and Committee

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

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Ian tells his mental health story. What's yours?

Ian shares his story of trying to access mental health support and its impact on his wellbeing. Do you have an account that NHS services could learn from?

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