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Hidden struggles: veterans' experiences of NHS care
What is preventing armed forces veterans from getting the care they need?
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Help the homeless this winter
Community and business support needed as Herefordshire’s winter night shelter opens.
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Public’s confusion over ‘right’ to register with an NHS dentist
Almost two decades after the public lost their right to register permanently with an NHS dentist, our new research shows two-thirds believe this right exists. Find out more about our findings and calls for dental reform.
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New measures aim to improve NHS performance
The Government has announced steps to improve the performance of the NHS, including a league table so that the public can see the best and worst performing NHS providers.
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Have your say to help fix the NHS
The Government has launched a public consultation for a new 10-year plan for the NHS. Find out why you should have your say.
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Four challenges people face living with learning disabilities
In the UK, approximately 1.5 million people have a learning disability. Many people with learning disabilities find it difficult to learn, develop new skills, understand information and interact with other people. Therefore, accessing the support they…
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Become a community health champion - Free Training 19th December
Free Training on 19th December 2024!
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GPs' collective action - Healthwatch Response
The British Medical Association has announced today that GPs will start capping appointments in an immediate work-to-rule action following a dispute…
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Healthwatch works with Ukrainian Support Group
Over recent months, Healthwatch Engagement Officer Mary Simpson has been engaging with Ukrainians and their host families to explain Healthwatch…
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Latest reports and publication
Proactive Care Project Report
Healthwatch engaged with communities to understand what community-based provision or activities do, or would, support them to manage their long-term health conditions and frailty (in particular Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, Heart Failure and Respiratory conditions).
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Behind the Care, Exploring the Lived Experience of Carers in Herefordshire Report
An increase in feedback to Healthwatch Herefordshire about the realities of being a carer in Herefordshire led us to conduct some research into the lives of carers.
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