The Latest Breaking News from Healthwatch

Call for more support to help millions caught up in record NHS backlog

It comes as a new poll suggests many have lost confidence they will have timely access to NHS care.

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Calls for ‘urgent change’ to return NHS dentistry to pre-pandemic levels

It comes after NHS Digital figures showed 18.1 million adults were seen by an NHS dentist in the two years leading up to June.

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023

Revealed: how hidden delays blight cancer care in England and Wales

Watchdog warns that admin errors, unexplained cancellations and delayed scan reports all contribute to longer waits for patients

The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2023

Autism diagnosis 'takes far too long': New report lays bare experience of Northumberland families with NHS services

A new report highlights how young people with autism can struggle to navigate the NHS and access appropriate support.

Chronicle Live · Jun 17, 2023

Urgent review to consider 'dental deserts' in the North East amid 'significant risk' to public health

Health bosses will urgently review dental provision across the North East.

Chronicle Live · Jun 5, 2023

Newcastle former stroke ward worker gives talks on how to spot warning signs

Raj Nair, a teacher from Heaton, has given talks to local groups about warning signs of strokes

Chronicle Live · May 14, 2023

Patients travelling ‘hundreds of miles’ to access NHS dental care – MPs hear

Leading dentists have called for action to save the service.

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

Key appointment for new mothers treated as ‘tick box exercise’, group warns

Healthwatch England called for more support for mothers after their babies are born.

The Independent UK · Mar 22, 2023

Key appointment for new mothers treated as ‘tick box exercise’, group warns

Healthwatch England called for more support for mothers after their babies are born.

The Independent UK · Mar 21, 2023

It could be years before Liverpool patients can see an NHS dentist

Healthwatch Liverpool said only a third of adults have been able to get public health care

Liverpool Echo · Mar 10, 2023