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"Supporting the community to live a longer, healthier, life." That's the plan from our NHS Integrated Care Board.News -
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 -
We've been commended at the National Healthwatch Impact Awards this week for helping to improve care for local D/deaf people.News -
Deaf Awareness Week 2024 takes place between 6-12 May.News -
We're excited to share with you our Annual Report for 2023-24.News -
We're excited to announce that we've been awarded funding by Great Linford Parish Council to host a community health and patient experience event for the D/deaf community, with British Sign Language interpreters.Blog -
One of the most rewarding things about being part of the Healthwatch network is seeing improvements to health and care services that are a direct result of listening to patients, acting on their feedback and involving them in solutions to problems.News -
New HWE research shows that in the past year, access to primary care is the main concern for patients across England.News -
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.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.
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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'.Advice and Information -
James* contacted us after being referred for physio following an injury. James has a severe hearing impairment.Advice and Information -
Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.
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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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‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch, aims to help address health inequalities across England.
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We carried out an Enter and View visit of Blakelands Hospital. Here are our findings and recommendations.News -
Recent BBC figures show that waiting times at Milton Keynes University Hospital are the longest in England.Advice and Information -
Autistic people in Milton Keynes can now get a better understanding of what to expect from screening appointments and other common NHS experiences, thanks to videos produced by Autism Bedfordshire.News -
These are the projects and health issues that we'll be working on over the next 12 months.News -
Take part in East of England survey to share your experience - and shape a better end of life for all.Report -
We carried out an Enter and View visit of Ashfield Medical Centre. Here are our findings and recommendations.Report -
With 45% of pregnancies in the UK being unplanned, and much of the planning in the planned pregnancies not extending beyond a decision to ‘start trying’, we teamed up with our Women's Health Lead to explore preconception care in our city.News -
Throughout July, we’re throwing the spotlight on patient participation: what is it, what are the benefits, and how to get involved.Report -
We carried out an Enter and View visit of MK Village Medical Centre. Here are our findings and recommendations.News -
A poll of 1,504 working-age disabled adults found that 28% have never accessed social care or other support despite potentially being eligible. Healthwatch England are calling for a fully funded, long-term plan to reform social care.News -
Complete our short survey and tell the NHS if you're getting the right help to prevent or deal with sight problems.Report -
We carried out an Enter and View visit of Milton Court care home. Here are our findings and recommendations.Report -
GP access is still the number one reason people contact us. Last year we asked the people of Milton Keynes to share their experiences of accessing their GP practice. Now, a year on from our first ever Great Big MK GP survey, we wanted to see if things had changed for people living in Milton Keynes who need a GP appointment.Advice and Information -
What are physician associates? Find out about their training and what kind of care they can provide.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.News -
The inspection found that the way services are run currently 'lead[s] to inconsistent experiences and outcomes for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The local area partnership must work jointly to make improvements.'News -
An independent Investigation into the NHS, led by Lord Darzi, highlights the NHS's problems.Report -
We carried out an Enter and View visit of Ashby House care home. Here are our findings and recommendations.News -
The Government has launched a public consultation for a new 10-year plan for the NHS. Find out why you should have your say.Blog -
What happens when your health treatment hits a roadblock, purely because the services you need aren't talking to each other?Advice and Information -
Heavy periods can have a severe impact on daily life for many women.News -
Find out more about the women's health clinic available to some residents in Milton Keynes.