1. Care homes: understanding your rights

    Advice and Information -

    Choosing a care home can be daunting so it's important to have the right information. Find out more about your rights and how to complain if you are not happy.

  2. Healthwatch Milton Keynes Annual Report 2019-20

    Report -

    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.

  3. Healthwatch Milton Keynes Annual Report 2019-20

    News -

    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.

  4. "I really need to see a dentist but none are taking on new patients!"

    Advice and Information -

    Getting to see a dentist, both for routine and emergency treatment, is a real problem in Milton Keynes right now.

  5. Waiting lists are inevitable. It's how we manage them that matters.

    News -

    A record-breaking 5.7 million people are waiting for hospital care. In response, the Government is spending an extra £5.9 billion to tackle the problem. Latest Healthwatch research looks at how the backlog is impacting the lives of those waiting.

  6. Statement from CQC on visiting care homes

    News -

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have responded to concerns that some care homes are not properly following COVID visiting guidelines.

  7. Accessible information from NHS services: what you should expect

    Advice and Information -

    The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide NHS or adult social care. Here’s some key information about the accessible communications you should expect from services.

  8. "We know we aren’t getting this right." Changes to SEND services in response to our CAMHS report

    Response -

    BLMK Clinical Commissioning Group and Central Northwest London NHS Foundation Trust have responded to our joint report with Parents and Carers Alliance (PACA) MK .

  9. How long will I have to wait for treatment?

    Advice and Information -

    If you've been referred for hospital treatment, it's highly likely you will have to wait for your appointment.

  10. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to improve health care

    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.

  11. NHS GP Patient Survey - a response from Healthwatch England

    News -

    Healthwatch England have responded to the NHS GP Patient Survey.

  12. What is SAD, and how can you manage it?

    Advice and Information -

    Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by seasonal changes. One in twenty people in the UK are diagnosed with the condition, with men more likely to be diagnosed with SAD than women.

  13. What is a virtual ward?

    Advice and Information -

    With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  14. Record NHS waiting times

    News -

    The latest NHS data shows that a record number of people are waiting for care. However, it’s vital people still come forward this winter for the healthcare they need.

  15. Where can I get help for health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Many of us will need out-of-hours medical assistance, especially over the winter. Using NHS guidelines, we've put together some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  16. What is measles and who can get the vaccine?

    News -

    Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

  17. How your feedback on patient transport has helped local patients

    News -

    The NHS is transferring more services from hospitals to local communities. This was causing problems for people in Milton Keynes who rely on ambulances for patient transport to their appointments.

  18. NHS kicks off COVID and flu jabs for Winter 24-25

    News -

    The rollout of COVID and flu vaccines for older adults, care home residents and those with long term health conditions has begun for people in Milton Keynes.

  19. The RSV vaccine: what you need to know

    News -

    The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). RSV is a common cause of coughs and colds. Most people get it several times during their life.

  20. Thousands receive winter vaccinations as NHS campaign gets off to a brisk start

    News -

    More than 284,000 vaccinations have already been given in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes this winter amid an NHS drive to protect against the flu and COVID-19 viruses, new figures show.

  21. Getting help for heavy periods

    Advice and Information -

    Heavy periods can have a severe impact on daily life for many women.

  22. Dedicated health clinics supporting local women

    News -

    Find out more about the women's health clinic available to some residents in Milton Keynes.