Think you need to go to A&E? Learn how NHS 111 can help you
The NHS wants to make it easier and safer for patients to get the right treatment when they need it, without waiting a long time to be...
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Sep 3, 2023
What mental health support is available for children and young people?
75% of children and young people who experience mental health problems aren't getting the help they need. Research from Mind found many...
Aug 28, 2023
What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?
The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what...
Aug 23, 2023
How to stay informed while you wait for care
The wait for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you must get regular and accessible updates while you wait....
Aug 20, 2023
What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment
Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you...
Jul 9, 2023
How can you find an NHS dentist?
Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems. Everyone should be able to...
Jun 20, 2023
How to access mental health support if you have gender, sexuality or relationship diversity
Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) people. If you...
Jun 6, 2023
What support can I get as a carer?
Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. Find out more about the help and support you are entitled to. If you...
May 30, 2023
Looking after your oral health while living in a care home
Living in a care home can increase your risk of oral health problems. That's why knowing what questions to ask care staff about your oral...
May 11, 2023
What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can...
Apr 30, 2023
How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?
A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds a year on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment...
Jan 9, 2023
People are increasingly avoiding NHS appointments and prescriptions due to cost of living, Healthwatch England warns
With spiralling costs of living, Healthwatch England is warning people are making changes to how they use health and social care...
Nov 10, 2022
Six-week postnatal check for new mums – Q&A
What is the six-week postnatal check for new mothers and why it’s important that you attend it? In this advice piece, we cover all the...
Oct 31, 2022
Healthwatch England research: Tell us your story of maternal mental health care
Healthwatch is launching a national survey to understand if care works for new mothers and birthing parents. Pregnancy is a major life...
Oct 26, 2022
Making it easier for people to get healthcare and support via GP websites
Our new report looks at people’s experiences of using GP websites to access healthcare services and information, highlighting that...
Oct 23, 2022
I'm pregnant. What happens next?
Becoming a parent can be a wonderful and exciting experience, but it can also be overwhelming. To help, we’ve broken down the pregnancy...
Aug 3, 2022
What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine?
Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine. A small number of...
Jun 29, 2022
Thanks for coming to our roadshow in May
By Gillian Keniston-Goble, Healthwatch Somerset Manager Healthwatch Somerset staff and volunteers took to the road during May, visiting...
Jun 28, 2022
Healthwatch Somerset welcomes the Integrated Care System and new opportunities to put people at the heart of care
As Somerset’s new Integrated Care System (ICS) becomes a statutory body and formally starts work on 1 July 2022, we look forward to a...
May 29, 2022
Think Pharmacy
Information and advice from Somerset NHS Clinical Commissioning Group, May 2022 Summertime sniffles, bites and rashes? Think Pharmacy – a...
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