Share your feedback about Somerset GP websites
We are investigating people’s experiences of using GP websites to get health and wellbeing information and support. Our roadshow and...
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May 8, 2022
Healthwatch England news: Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities
A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating...
Apr 26, 2022
Someone I love has died - where can I find support
Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving. What is grief? Grief is...
Apr 26, 2022
Where can I go for support for my mental health as a parent?
It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need....
Mar 25, 2022
What medical support are you entitled to if you’re new to the UK?
For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee,...
Mar 2, 2022
Healthwatch report highlights ongoing public concerns about NHS 111 service in Devon and Somerset
People who use NHS 111 in Devon and Somerset have reported ongoing concerns about the quality of the service, with the most common...
Feb 24, 2022
Support for unpaid carers in Somerset
We invited Fiona Harvey, Carers Service Coordinator for the Community Council for Somerset, to tell us about support for unpaid carers in...
Jan 28, 2022
Lack of NHS Dentists in Somerset
Lack of access to NHS dentists in Somerset is a significant issue raised with us by the public. They have told us that NHS dentists in...
Jan 18, 2022
The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services
The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care....
Jan 10, 2022
Where to go for support when you have an eating disorder
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that anyone can develop, regardless of age, income and ethnicity. Take a look at some of...
Dec 20, 2021
Out and about in the community
By Tanya Camberwell, Healthwatch Somerset Engagement Officer We want to reach as many different and diverse communities as possible from...
Nov 29, 2021
Healthwatch recommends improved communication and support for patients waiting for surgery in Somerset
In our recent survey, patients who are waiting for planned surgery in Somerset reported a lack of communication from hospitals and many...
Nov 29, 2021
The impact of waiting for NHS surgery in Somerset
Somerset’s NHS leaders asked us to help them understand how people are being affected by waiting for surgery to inform their ongoing work...
Nov 25, 2021
Carers Rights Day – 25 November 2021
Know your rights and get the support you need Carers Rights Day was introduced by Carers UK to draw attention to the multiple rights that...
Nov 15, 2021
Young people tell Somerset’s health and social care services: communicate better to care better
In our new report out today, young people are calling on the county’s health and social care services to improve how they communicate –...
Oct 14, 2021
Young Listeners Project Report
Sharing young people’s feedback to improve the health and social care services they use. We recruited volunteers (aged 12-18) from across...
Sep 12, 2021
Local Healthwatch seeks public feedback on NHS 111 to help the service improve
A new public survey has been launched to find out more about local people’s experiences of using the NHS 111 service in the region. 111...
Sep 5, 2021
Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share your experience with Healthwatch England
Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? Healthwatch Somerset has been finding out how...
Sep 5, 2021
What to expect when waiting for care
Information and advice from Healthwatch England, September 2021 Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. ...
Sep 1, 2021
What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?
Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek...
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