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....
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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...
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. ...
Jul 25, 2021
New study asks people how they’ve been affected by waiting for surgery in Somerset
As the number of patients waiting for surgery continues to grow, nationally and in southwest England, we are asking people about their...
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