1. Annual Report 2020-21

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    Welcome to our 2020-21 Annual Report. The last year has been unlike any other.

  2. YiS Feedback Forum Report

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    YiS wanted to make sure that the services being offered to young people were aligned with what young people need and delivered in the way young people want.

  3. Read the latest e-alert from the HWMK team

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    Our latest e-alert contains all the latest Healthwatch Milton Keynes news, and information about local and national health and social care related issues.

  4. How can we manage hospital waiting lists caused by the pandemic?

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    NHS services across the UK have faced unprecedented pressures due to COVID.

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

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

  6. Holistic welfare checks part of updated hospital discharge guidance

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    The Government has recently updated national hospital discharge guidance, taking on board key recommendations from Healthwatch England. Take a look at what the improvements mean for you.

  7. Bronchiolitis – keeping your baby well this Autumn/Winter

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    Milton Keynes University Hospital is launching a campaign to help parents to keep their babies well by minimising the risks of bronchiolitis and helping them to give the most appropriate care to their little ones.

  8. Your views helped improve non-emergency patient transport services

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    NHS England has published a new report outlining changes to non-emergency patient transport services (NEPTS) and broader NHS transport support. Take a look at what the changes mean for you and your loved ones.

  9. What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?

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    Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.

  10. How your pharmacist can help you.

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    Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Take a look at how they can help you.

  11. Are you or your loved one waiting for hospital care? Tell us your story.

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    Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait.

  12. What to expect when waiting for care

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    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

  13. What should happen when you're diagnosed with dementia

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    Being diagnosed with dementia can be a big shock, and it can be hard to know what to do next. Take a look at our guide to find out what support you should receive.

  14. Practical advice if you're caring for a loved one with dementia

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    We often hear from people who are trying to access the right care and support for their loved one who is living with dementia.

  15. Children and young people: what to expect from your healthcare

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    When babies, children and young people access healthcare, it is important that their experience is as positive as possible.

  16. People living in the poorest areas waiting longer for hospital treatment

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    The King’s Fund and Healthwatch England jointly call for urgent action to address hospital waiting lists and improve patients’ experience of delays to treatment.

  17. Ashby House Care Home: Enter and View Report

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Ashby House, a residential care home in Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations
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  18. Your guide to adult social care in Milton Keynes

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    Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

  19. Have your say on IVF options and gluten-free prescribing in Milton Keynes

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    Our local clinical commissioning group (CCG) have merged with those in Luton and Bedfordshire. This will mean changes to some services.

  20. Broomfield Care Home Enter and View

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Broomfield residential care home in Olney, Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations.

  21. Becket House nursing home Enter and View report

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Becket House nursing care home in Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations.

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

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    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.

  23. Support for children after sexual harm: SASH

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    SASH provides specialist support that's tailored to the needs of children and young people living in Milton Keynes.

  24. Waterhall Care Home: Enter and View report

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Waterhall care home in Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations.

  25. Bringing radiotherapy closer to home

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    Every two minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer and radiotherapy is often a key treatment for many patients.

  26. Young Minds 13-25: what needs to change?

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    We know that our young people are struggling right now, and something needs to change.

  27. Changes to social care: what does it mean for me?

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    Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and what it means for future care.

  28. Neath House: Enter and View report

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    We carried out an Enter and View visit of Neath House care home in Milton Keynes. Here are our findings and recommendations.

  29. Recovery of NHS dental care too slow to help thousands left in pain

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    Lack of access to NHS dentistry has intensified as an issue for people over the last 18 months. The latest Healthwatch England research is a stark reminder that it is an issue decision-makers must react to now, to protect our health.

  30. Statement from CQC on visiting care homes

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