Healthwatch England
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We make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care.
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#MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek shares the importance of talking about mental health before, during and after pregnancy. Being a new parent is a wonderful but challenging time. Find out where you can go to get the support you need. healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…
Co-production is a method of engaging with communities with the intended benefit of improving healthcare delivery and outcomes.
Our new #HealthInequalities report outlines the principles of co-production, and the actions trusts can take to put this into practice.
Read now⬇️
Did you know on the 1 May the price of prescriptions have risen by around 3% to £9.90? Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication.
healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…
#NHSPrescriptions #PrescriptionCost
Today's Healthwatch England report on pharmacy services quotes one pharmacist who says 'this is the worst it's been' for medicine shortages since 1973.
- 24% of patients reported encountering a shortage in their medicine
- Shortages affect more women than men
pharmaceutical-journal.com/article/news/m…
In response to our pharmacy report, Royal Pharmaceutical Society said it’s a stark warning “for policymakers around medicines shortages, consistent access to pharmacy services, and the impact of prescription charges.” healthwatch.co.uk/report/2024-04…
Today we publish our report “Pharmacy – what people want”. People welcome Pharmacy First but access issues, such as closures, medication shortages, and preference of GP services, may hinder the sector potential. Read our recommendations. healthwatch.co.uk/report/2024-04…
#PharmacyFirst
Have you used NHS or social care services recently? Then we want to hear about your experience. Good or bad, share your story with us today. healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say
#HaveYourSay
This week is #WorldImmunisationWeek - a perfect reminder to check if you are eligible for spring vaccines from the NHS. You can book your vaccines via the NHS app, by phoning your local practice, or on the NHS website - bit.ly/49HRUmx
Today is the start of #WorldImmunisationWeek . We know that some people are more hesitant to get vaccinations, and some people face more barriers trying to access them. Have you used vaccination services recently? If so we want to hear your feedback - healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say