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Who we are and what we do
Here are some easy read resources to explain who we are and what we do.
6 January 2020
Report
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Thousands of people's views, all in one place
Our reports library tool aims to help you search thousands of reports produced by local Healthwatch. Take a look and tell us what you think so that we can make it the best it can be.
3 December 2019
News
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How can you find an NHS dentist?
Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.
26 November 2019
Advice and Information
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What have people told us about health and social care
Thousands of people share their experiences of health and care with Healthwatch every month. Download our briefing to find out the key issues people are raising about GPs, hospitals and other care services.
13 November 2019
News
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What have people been telling us: July - September 2019
Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care from July to September this year. This briefing also looks at emerging themes across services and examines what people have been telling us about support for incontinence.
13 November 2019
Report
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Our public Committee Meeting November 2019 supporting materials
Take a look at our papers for our November Committee Meeting.
8 November 2019
Report
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People share what a good A&E experience looks like
Our research shows that the public value a wide range of factors when it comes to good care in A&E, which is why we're working with the NHS to ensure new measures take people’s full experiences into consideration.
31 October 2019
News
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New official figures released on people’s experiences of A&E
Today the CQC published results from its patient experience survey of accident and emergency departments. Read our response.
23 October 2019
Response
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Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
Fear can hold parents back from seeking help when they are experiencing a mental problem but it's important to speak up. We've pulled together a number of services for parents in need of support for their mental health. Read more to find out where you can go to get the help you need.
17 October 2019
Advice and Information
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Our response to CQC's State of Care report for 2018/19
Care Quality Commission's report today shows 'perfect storm' brewing for people using mental health and learning disability services.
15 October 2019
Response
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How one man helped make cancer care better by sharing his experience
Before he sadly passed away in May 2019, Mike Chapman went out of his way to use his experience to help make care better for people affected by cancer. Mike was recognised for his outstanding achievement at the Healthwatch Network Awards 2019.
11 October 2019
News
What impact does baby loss have on people’s mental health? Jennifer* and Alex* share their stories.
In our blog for Baby Loss Awareness Week, people share their experience of baby loss, the impact it had on their mental health and the support they wish they’d received.
11 October 2019
Blog