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Unlocking the Power of People-Driven Care: Our 2024-25 Annual Report Summary
Over the past year, over 5,000 residents shared their experiences with Healthwatch Solihull. We’ve listened, and together we have turned … Read more
“Don’t destroy independent voice” says Healthwatch Birmingham and Solihull
On Friday, Ministers announced that they want to scrap Healthwatch, the statutory patients’ and public watchdog for the NHS and … Read more
What we have heard about local health and social care
What we have heard about local health and social care January 16, 2025 Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull are proud … Read more
New government plan aims to cut NHS waiting times
Read our response to the plan, which aims to tackle record NHS waiting times and improve people’s experience while they … Read more
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GPs’ collective action – our response
The British Medical Association has announced today that GPs will start capping appointments in an immediate work-to-rule action following a … Read more
National disruption of medication supplies to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Since October 2023 there has been a national issue with the supply of some medications prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity … Read more
Welcome to our new board member
We’re pleased to announce that Rosi Sexton has joined the board of Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull. Currently working as … Read more
New Ophthalmology Treatment Suite at Solihull Hospital hopes to transform care for eye patients
A new clinical area opened at Solihull Hospital earlier this week (17 April), which will treat patients with a range … Read more
Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) review of leadership at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
The latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) shows just how far the … Read more
Statement on Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)
In some respects, the latest Care Quality Commission (CQC) report into University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) is a … Read more
Measles: Warning given over low MMR uptake after cases rise to 200 in West Midlands
Health officials have warned that a large increase in measles cases and hospital admissions in the West Midlands is being … Read more
Stay safe during this challenging weather
Together with the Met Office, UKHSA have issued a yellow cold-health alert for the West Midlands. This replaces the previous … Read more
Stay Well Solihull – Free help and support with energy bills
Help is available to support your energy needs – bills, debt and heating. See more information here You can also … Read more
Welcome to our Board Volunteer Representatives
Our volunteers play a vital role in ensuring Healthwatch Birmingham and Healthwatch Solihull make a real difference to local health … Read more