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‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.
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Third of people in England lack confidence they can access critical NHS services
Our new research shows worryingly low public confidence in being able to access NHS services. A third of adults in England lack confidence that they can access timely care, including GP services, mental health support and hospital care. Read the findings…
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Why we back 'Martha's Rule' to give you the right to a second opinion
We're backing calls to introduce 'Martha's Rule' in NHS hospitals. Find out what it is and why we are supporting it.
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Find out if you're eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine
NHS England is moving forward the timetable for the autumn COVID-19 and flu vaccine rollouts.
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Annual NHS Dental Statistics for England - our response
New figures published today in the annual report on NHS Dental Statistics for England in 2022-23, show that NHS dentists still see fewer people than pre-pandemic. Read our response.
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GP referrals: we need to address the ‘hidden’ waiting list
Our latest research follows people's experiences of getting a GP referral. The process for many is long and often confusing. We need to address issues around people's GP referral journey so that it works for everyone.
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Your News Update for March
As we head into Spring we share news of upcoming engagements and projects both from Healthwatch BANES and partner organisations.
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Your February News
Our February Newsletter is now available.
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Your local Healthwatch update for January 2024
Welcome to your Health & Care Digest
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Latest reports and publication
How easy do people in B&NES find it to order prescriptions?
We asked people how they ordered prescriptions in BaNES, how effective they found this process and any challenges they faced. We also asked what would help improve the service.
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Parent Carers Experiences of Children with Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA)
This report is a piece of joint research around EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) to explore levels of understanding and support from GPs and schools in relation to this issue.
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