News and reports

The experiences Healthwatch are hearing from feedback across England show that people are waiting a long time for care. Healthwatch England's recommendations to the government set out how mental health services can be improved and provide better care for patients.

Rizqa is passionate about helping people in her community. Find out her thoughts on why volunteering is important and what volunteering teaches you.

Complete our short survey and help the NHS hear if you are getting the right help to prevent or deal with sight problems.

The NHS is transferring more services from hospitals to local communities. This simple story from Milton Keynes highlights why patient feedback is crucial to the success of these changes.

The British Medical Association has announced today that GPs will start capping appointments in an immediate work-to-rule action following a dispute over funding levels. Read Healthwatch England's response.

What are physician associates? Find out about their training and what kind of care they can provide.

The NHS plans to triple the number of physician associates it employs. But how much do patients know about this role, and how can their role be safely expanded?

According to estimates by Healthwatch England, up to 1.5 million working-age disabled people in England could need social care support but are not accessing it. This means they are likely to be missing out on help with daily activities such as washing, cleaning, socialising, and going to the shops.

Our Annual Report 2023/24 provides an overview of how we've made a difference this year, how your voice was heard, our finances, future priorities, and more.

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.

Following last year’s Carers project, we are now launching our new digital Carers Forum, which is our latest initiative in our ongoing commitment to supporting the Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s All-Age Carers Strategy.

Monday 1 July marks the start of Co-production Week 2024, and this year's theme is "Co-production: What’s Missing?", but what is Co-production and how do we do it?