News and reports

As we head into Spring we share news of upcoming engagements and projects both from Healthwatch BANES and partner organisations.

In this issue:

Prostate cancer awareness and joint BEMSCA and Healthwatch session
Digital access to health - project update
The closure of POD prescription service
Lullaby Trust Safe Sleep Week
Where to find help and support - including the new Hope Guide
Have your say - date for the Integrated Care Board meeting
Useful contacts
Upcoming events

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.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.

Our February Newsletter is now available.

Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

Welcome to your Health & Care Digest

In this December issue you can find out about:

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.

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.

We have been busy for the last few months find out more in our review.

We have been busy for the last few months.

Find out more about who we have spoken to, what people have told us and more.