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Healthwatch Dorset report explores experiences of first and second-generation immigrants when accessing NHS care
Healthwatch Dorset's latest report explores how first and second-generation immigrants in Bournemouth experience NHS services — and what can be done to make healthcare more inclusive, easy to access and culturally responsive.
Post-COVID syndrome: What care and support have you received in Gloucestershire?
If you or a loved one have been living with post-COVID syndrome (long COVID), Healthwatch Gloucestershire wants to know about the support you have received from health and care services in the county.
Healthwatch recommends improved communication and support for patients waiting for surgery in Somerset
In a recent Healthwatch survey, patients who are waiting for planned surgery in Somerset reported a lack of communication from hospitals and many felt their health and wellbeing had deteriorated while waiting for treatment.
Young people in Dorset want health and social care services to listen more, communicate better and coordinate their care
In a new report out today from Healthwatch Dorset, young people are asking the county’s health and social care services to improve how they support and care for young people.
New report highlights what can be done to help tackle social isolation and loneliness in Gloucestershire
A new report from Healthwatch Gloucestershire presents local people’s experiences of social isolation and loneliness, and highlights initiatives that could be used to provide greater support for people living in Gloucestershire.
Somerset’s maternity services improved by listening to local families
Last year, 900 people shared their experiences of maternity care with the Somerset Maternity Voices Partnership (MVP). In its first annual report, published today, the MVP highlights how they have worked with local families and care providers to improve the quality of maternity services in the county.
Public and patient feedback helps improve mental health A&E care in Gloucestershire
The views and experiences of people who have used A&E mental health services in Gloucestershire, are being used by local hospitals to help improve mental health care in the county.
What people are saying about health and care during COVID-19 in Dorset, Gloucestershire and Somerset
A report from public and patient engagement specialists Evolving Communities, reveals people’s experiences of health and social care during the first six months of COVID-19 in Dorset, Gloucestershire and Somerset.
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