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Our response to NHS England's proposals to update the legislation for how the NHS works at a regional level
NHS England wants to change how NHS works at a regional level, read our response to their proposals.
13 January 2021
Response
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Our call for carers to share their experiences after a year of the COVID-19 pandemic
We are calling on carers to share their experiences to help improve support after a year which has seen enormous challenges for all those working in the health and social care sector, those using services and their loved ones.
12 January 2021
News
Call for better guidance on care home visits: Read our letter to Government
We have written to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care expressing our concern around the current guidance on visits to care homes. Read our letter and the Governments response.
21 December 2020
Response
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Information on coronavirus
Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms, where to go for support and how you can help stop the spread.
21 December 2020
Advice and Information
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Our response to the launch of NHS England's consultation on A&E performance measures
NHS England want to hear from patients, clinicians and the public on their proposed set of performance measures for A&E.
15 December 2020
Response
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COVID-19 pandemic pushes NHS dentistry to crisis point, finds new report
Healthwatch England calls for action to address widespread issues with access to NHS dental care following an unprecedented surge in concerns.
9 December 2020
News
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Dentistry and the impact of COVID-19
In our latest briefing, we share what over 1,300 people have told us about their experience of NHS dentistry during July and September 2020.
9 December 2020
News
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What are people telling us: July to September 2020
Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care from July - September 2020, including the issues people have faced accessing NHS dental services.
9 December 2020
Report
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Public Committee Meeting December 2020
Take a look at our papers for our December Committee Meeting.
7 December 2020
Report
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International Volunteer Day: Celebrating our volunteers
We celebrate diversity across our network of volunteers, and the difference people are making in their communities.
5 December 2020
Blog
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Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first
The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be seen in A&E. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.
30 November 2020
Advice and Information
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What support can I get as a carer?
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.
25 November 2020
Advice and Information