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Research conducted by The Times has raised questions about access to NHS dentistry services across England.

Around 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue this year. It's not surprising that two thirds of the Healthwatch network have found that their communities want to see improvements to mental health support.

Proposals published by Staffordshire County Council could seriously damage the ability of local residents to have their say on the running of hospitals, GP surgeries and care homes across the county.

Proposals published by Staffordshire County Council could seriously damage the ability of local residents to have their say on the running of hospitals, GP surgeries and care homes across the county.

Carers play a vital role in supporting people who are frail, ill or disabled, but, in doing so, they often become vulnerable themselves. Find out four ways carers want to be better supported.

NHS England has released new statistics that show target to reduce delayed transfers of care to 3.5% has not been met.

When Healthwatch Trafford spoke to people with ME and CFS, they found that over 76% felt their GP didn’t understand their condition. Find out how they think support could be improved.

With social care services under pressure, the Government has announced it will publish a Green Paper on social care next summer.

Find out how one simple suggestion from deaf people in Dudley led to a better experience of visiting hospital.

Latest monthly data from NHS England shows that the proportion of delays caused by issues relating to social care have increased.

We are now developing our strategy for 2018 - 2023. This consultation document sets out our proposals for our future direction.

We need your views and ideas to make sure that health and social care services work better for everyone. Share your views and help shape our future strategy.