1. Why are services changing?

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    Health and social care services are changing to become more efficient and better at providing the support that people want. If services are to get these changes right, it is important that they work with local people to give them a say in decisions.

  2. Work in the NHS? Five ways to let people know you’re using their views to improve care

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    Every year, NHS and social care staff receive millions of pieces of feedback from those using services. Read these top tips to help ensure people know how you are using their feedback to improve care.

  3. Would you rather be treated by a fallible human or a compassionless robot? We explore people’s views on the NHS at 80 and beyond

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    In the 70th year of the NHS, Healthwatch is turning its attention to the future, asking the public some big questions about what they want health and care in England to look like.

  4. Should the NHS become more of a lifestyle coach to tackle unhealthy living?

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    Most people are confident that the NHS can meet their needs. But, when it comes to the NHS at 100 confidence falls by half. We explore recent polling that indicates people think they should be responsible for staying healthy but want the NHS to help.

  5. New Long Term Plan is "just the start"

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    The NHS in England has published a ten year plan setting its priorities for the future.

  6. Giving the people of Manchester a stronger say in the future of health and care

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    Greater Manchester and Healthwatch England have launched a new fund to strengthen the voice of local people in health and care reforms.

  7. What would you do? Your chance to shape how your local NHS should change

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    Complete our survey and have your say about how NHS services in your area should change.

  8. People share why you should have your say about changes to your local NHS

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    People with personal experience of healthcare services explain why they think it’s essential that the public speak up about changes to local NHS care.

  9. How can the NHS make support better for people with long-term health conditions?

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    One woman shares what she thinks would make care better for people with long-term health conditions, based on her experience of type 1 diabetes.

  10. What would you do to make support better for people affected by cancer?

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    Share your views to help improve NHS cancer support where you live.

  11. A human touch: Cancer survivor shares the key to great care

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    A cancer survivor explains what made the biggest difference to him and his family whilst he was being treated for the disease.

  12. How can the NHS help you live a healthier life?

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    A woman shares her views about the importance of education – both for patients and professionals - to helping people look after their health.

  13. Digital resources to support #WhatWouldYouDo

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    Download and view our digital tools so that people can have their say on how to improve their local NHS.

  14. More than medication: The key to better mental health support

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    One man shares his experience of mental health conditions and calls on others to do the same.

  15. What would you do to make mental health support better?

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    Have your say about how care should improve where you live.

  16. How can the NHS help you take more control of your health and care?

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    People share how the NHS can empower them to take charge of their health and wellbeing.

  17. Clear communication: What patients need to take more control of their care

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    What can services do to give people more control over their health and wellbeing? It starts with clear communication.

  18. How can the NHS make care better for people with heart and lung conditions?

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    Complete our survey and help inform changes to NHS services where you live.

  19. Consistency: The key to better care for people with heart and lung conditions

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    One man shares his views about what’s needed to improve support.

  20. What would you do to make dementia support better?

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    Share your views to help improve care for people with dementia in your community.

  21. Early diagnosis: The key to improving support for people affected by dementia

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    A man whose wife has dementia shares his views about what would make care better.

  22. Breast cancer survivor urges people to have their say about changes to the NHS

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    There are plans to increase the number of doctors and this is an opportunity to say what’s needed in your local area.

  23. How does living in a rural area affect access to healthcare?

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    One man shares his views about how NHS services where he lives should change.

  24. Five things that would make cancer care better

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    A terminal cancer patient shares what she thinks would make support better for others.

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

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

  26. Thank you: Over 18,000 people say what they think would make the NHS better

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    Thousands of people tell Healthwatch how they want local health services to improve.

  27. Over 30,000 people share their views on how to improve their local NHS - thank you!

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    From picnics in the park to camper vans in the countryside – Healthwatch teams across the country have been using innovative ways to reach local people to find out what they would do to improve health services in their area.

  28. What changes do people in Lincolnshire want to see made to their NHS?

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    Earlier this year local Healthwatch across England asked residents 'What would you do' to improve your NHS. In Lincolnshire, over 400 people shared their views about the changes local people would like to see. Take a closer look at what they said.

  29. What changes do people in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin want to see made to their NHS?

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    Healthwatch in Shropshire and Telford and Wrekin asked residents 'What would you do to improve your local NHS'? Take a look at the top five things people would like to see changed to services to help them lead healthier lives.

  30. People call for more flexible hours in NHS services

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    Residents in Bedford, Luton and Milton Keynes believe there should be better access to health and community services, with flexible support available around the clock, to allow working people to get the support they need. Read the full report.

  31. How easy to use are services if you have a sensory impairment?

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    In the UK, almost 2 million people are living with sight loss. Find out what people have told us it is like using NHS services when you have a sensory impairment or loss.

  32. Shortlist showcase: Helping more people to have their say

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    No matter how big or small the issue, Healthwatch is here to help people have their say about the changes they would like to see to health and social care services. Take a look at examples of this from across the network.

  33. Shortlist showcase: Outstanding individuals who’ve made a difference

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    Our Outstanding individuals who’ve made a difference award celebrates volunteers who have gone above and beyond to put people at the heart of care. Take a look at the shortlist.

  34. Why getting personal is important when it comes to health and care

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    Read a summary of our latest research to find out why personalised care is important.

  35. More focus needed on how people travel to and from NHS services

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    Together with two leading charities, we are raising awareness of the issues people facing travelling to and from NHS services. We will be working with NHS England to support their new national review of the links between the NHS and local transport.

  36. What are people’s concerns about proposed changes to NHS prescriptions?

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    With one week left to respond to NHS proposals to curb prescriptions for certain treatments available over the counter, find out about the concerns the public have shared with us.

  37. Healthwatch England’s National Director gives evidence to Health and Social Care Select Committee

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    Health and social care services are changing, but how effective are they at involving the public? Our National Director shared the experiences of local Healthwatch with the Health and Social Care Select Committee.

  38. How are people’s views influencing health reforms?

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    Across the country reforms are underway to ensure that health and social care services provide a good quality and seamless experience for people. The public understand the need for change, but also want to be involved in decisions.

  39. Do you understand how hospitals, GPs and care services are changing in your area?

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    Our country’s health and care services face big challenges. We are living longer, but more people need help with long-term health conditions, adding pressures to services. This demand for support comes at a time when the cost of care is increasing.

  40. Five things communities should expect from getting involved in NHS reforms

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    Across England changes are being made that aim to improve health and care for patients but what should your community expect when it comes to being involved in decisions that impact on local services.

  41. Let them eat rice cake?

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    Our National Director talks about the importance of everyone having their say on what should be available on prescription.

  42. SpeakUp2020: Share your views and help make the NHS better

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    New campaign calls on the public to their experiences of NHS services to help make care better for all.

  43. What's your health or social care priority this year? #SpeakUp2020

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    Here's what people have already told us about their experiences of hospital care, mental health support and social care. #SpeakUp2020 and tell us about the changes that you would like to see.

  44. GP surgeries updating good practice in registering new patients thanks to local Healthwatch

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    Almost all GP practices in Southampton routinely ask for proof of identity, potentially denying many people access to care in Southampton.

  45. Parent secures changes to orthotics services by sharing her son’s experience

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    Speaking up about her son’s experience saw one woman help improve orthotics services for people across the country.

  46. Why young people get involved in shaping health and care

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    With 23% of people in Leeds aged under 19, YouthWatch was created to help find out what young people want from local health and care services. We speak to three volunteers about why they got involved.

  47. Your community needs you – NHS call for volunteer army

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    Protect your loved ones and protect the nation, volunteer to help those that are most vulnerable to the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19) stay at home. Join the army of NHS volunteers today.

  48. The NHS can’t afford to be scared to talk about change

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    Services are going through major changes that aim to help make them more efficient and better at delivering tailored support. However, these reforms will only work if services listen to what the public wants.