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The cost of living remains a barrier to health, particularly for people on low incomes, and those requiring dental care.

The healthcare system is facing its biggest challenges yet. In Healthwatch England's annual report, they show how listening to the voices of the public can lead to a system that works better for everyone.

Read Healthwatch England's response to the increase in fees for NHS dental care.

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

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

Under a new plan published today, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year. Read Healthwatch England's response.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council are working with NHS colleagues to review and modernise local reablement services in 2024. As a result we would like to talk to people who have used the City Council’s Enablement service or the Home First Service provided by the NHS during the last 12 months.

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.

Natalie is among the many people who have recently told us how their diabetes care can be improved.

Natalie is among the many people who have recently told us how their diabetes care can be improved.

This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Our new blog brings together some of the key challenges people have shared about cervical screening with local Healthwatch and outlines the steps we are taking nationally to address those.

Thanks to over 2,500 people who shared their views on the six-week check-up, we have ensured that the NHS prioritises mental health support for new parents.