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New NHS Trust Performance League Tables Published
New system of league tables being rolled out across England as government introduces rankings of NHS trusts.
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Martha's rule rolled out to all acute hospitals in England
Martha’s Rule gives patients, families, and staff the power to call for an urgent second opinion if they are concerned about the care they, or their loved ones are recieving.
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Almost 1 in 5 children starting primary school are not fully protected against several serious diseases
The latest statistics from the UK Health Security Agency show that as many as 1 in 5 children starting school this September have not had the vaccines they need to protect them against a range of diseases.
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World Suicide Prevention Day: Start the Conversation
In the UK, around 5 young people take their own lives each day. It's time to change the narrative, share hope, and start conversations.
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Patients need clearer, more accessible complaints systems
New research examines the barriers that people trying to make complaints can experience.
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The hidden wait to be prescribed ADHD medication
Long wait times for an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis make it difficult for people to get the support they need. New Healthwatch research has revealed an additional hurdle: the wait to get medication.
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Share your experiences of mental health crisis services
The NHS in south west London would like to understand more about people’s experiences of mental health crisis services – particularly people’s…
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Keep independent services that give the public a voice
Local Healthwatch are asking the government to revisit its decision to abolish local independent services that speak for the public.
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Your Healthcare celebrates its 15th birthday
As Your Healthcare celebrates its 15th anniversary, Managing Director Ed Montgomery reflects on the success of the model and it's key…
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Latest reports and publication
Unlocking the power of people-driven care: Healthwatch Kingston annual report 2024-2025
Our 2024-2025 annual report outlines how the public's stories have changed care for the better and the work we are doing to make sure that the health and care system puts the needs and experiences of local people, sometimes the most vulnerable and digitally excluded, at the very heart of NHS and social care decision-making.
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All Ages Learning Disability Partnership Board: End of Year Report 2024-2025
Inclusion and amplifying the voices of people with a learning disability is a key priority for the work of Healthwatch Kingston and the All Age Learning Disability Board.
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