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Read a summary of Healthwatch England's latest research to find out why personalised care is important.News -
Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.News -
In their latest briefing, Healthwatch England share what over 1,300 people have told the network about their experience of NHS dentistry between July and September 2020.News -
A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.News -
We're excited to share with you our Annual Report 2021-22.News -
A new investigation from BBC News and the British Dental Association has found nine in 10 NHS dental practices across the UK are not accepting new adult patients for treatment under the health service. Read the Healthwatch response.News -
A new package of measures to improve patient access to dental care has been introduced by the government.News -
This anniversary marks 10 years of Healthwatch. To mark this milestone, we're celebrating the contribution that you have made in improving health and care services in Milton Keynes.News -
We're working with the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership on a project to improve how patients experience moving through different health and care services.News -
We're supporting the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership with a project to develop services in local neighbourhoods across Milton Keynes that help us to live a longer, healthier life.News -
New HWE research shows that in the past year, access to primary care is the main concern for patients across England.News -
Healthwatch England have set out recommendations for NHS decision makers across ten key areas, in their report, 'The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care'.News -
Under a new plan published this week, it's hoped that people will start to benefit from more NHS dental appointments over the next year.News -
Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.
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We’re collaborating with local partners to reduce the risk of medication errors for patients receiving at-home care from family or official carers.News -
As a direct result of your feedback, Milton Keynes City Council’s Housing Team have made changes to their policy on Social Housing Allocation.News -
If you have lived, personal experience of health conditions including PCOS or endometriosis, you could play a vital role in NHS Confederation research.News -
Homeless people have worse mental and physical health than the general population. Healthwatch England have carried out research that shows the issues facing homeless people when they try to access the health and social care they need.
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In July last year, Healthwatch England (HWE) published their findings of experiences you shared about trying to get cancer care. Thanks to this insight, the NHS has simplified their process so people can better understand what to expect.
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We are proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for a national award for our work helping to improve care for local people.News -
‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England.
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Recent BBC figures show that waiting times at Milton Keynes University Hospital are the longest in England.News -
These are the projects and health issues that we'll be working on over the next 12 months.News -
Deaf Awareness Week 2024 takes place between 6-12 May.