Healthwatch England

Changes following conversations between patients and Healthwatch Milton Keynes have made women on the ward feel safer and better supported. Read our latest blog to find out they positively impacted women’s care. healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2025-07-2…

Today’s date is 24/7, which is #SamaritansAwarenessDay. Remember that when life is difficult, @Samaritans are there to listen 24/7.

Refugees and people seeking asylum are entitled to NHS care. Read our advice article to find out how refugees can access NHS care and what services they're entitled to. bit.ly/456gE7T

Unsure what to expect from your healthcare? Healthwatch is here for you. Chat to your friendly local team today for straightforward information and advice. healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-hea…

Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. If you want to leave feedback with us through British Sign Language, then complete our online form, or call us via the Sign Live app. smartsurvey.co.uk/s/have-your-sa…

Is the cost of an NHS prescription more than you can afford? Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication - bit.ly/3Gto9NX

Today we welcome that NHS England has published waiting list figures, broken down by demographics. This is an important first step, but more work is needed to understand why some groups face inequalities and address the issues as soon as possible. bit.ly/4o8yYpA

We've published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a #GPappointment and what they're offered. Read our article to find out what patients are entitled to ask for at their GP practice. bit.ly/4eSA9VX

We want to hear about your experience of NHS or social care services. If you find it easier to use easy-read materials, you can still tell us about your experience via our easy read survey - smartsurvey.co.uk/s/easy-read-ha…

Your feedback still matters. If you've used health or social care services recently - then we want to hear about your experience. Good or bad, your feedback could help services improve. healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

Healthwatch is still here for you. Your local Healthwatch will continue to listen to your experiences of health and social care, and share what you tell them with those in power to help improve services locally. Find your local Healthwatch today - healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-hea…

Do you think signing up with your dentist works the same way as registering with your GP? If you said yes, you're not alone. Find out your rights to an NHS dentist in our helpful explainer - healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…

The GP contract says patients have the right to choose the method by which they book appointments. Yet, our recent research shows under a third of people are always given this choice. Find out more about what we learnt about patient choice - healthwatch.co.uk/report/2025-07…

Today, William Pett, our Head of Policy, gave evidence to the Health and Social Care Committee on NHS dentistry. He highlighted the access problems people are facing, the need to reduce dental charges and improve information so patients can see NHS availability in their area.

Do you understand how NHS and social care services can help you? The world of health and social care can be confusing, so we keep our advice simple and straightforward. Check out our articles for reliable information about care. healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…

We’re still here for you. It will take time to change the law and move our functions. During this time - we remain open. We will listen to your experiences of services and share your feedback with NHS leaders. Thank you for your continued support.

Last year the Pharmacy First scheme was launched, and since then 98% of pharmacies have signed up. But what do patients think? Our latest research shows high levels of satisfaction with the service, but it could be better. Read our report - healthwatch.co.uk/report/2025-06…

The world of health and social care can be confusing - so we keep our advice simple and straightforward. Check out our advice articles - healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…

Your feedback has helped bring about important changes to health and social care services. Check out the changes you helped create - healthwatch.co.uk/our-impact

According to our research, a third of disabled people said they always or most of the time wanted a choice about accessibility adjustment, but only a quarter got it. Patient choices, such as accessibility, must be captured at the point of GP registration. bit.ly/4lySQzZ