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NHS strikes in March
Strikes are taking place in some parts of the NHS on 2, 3, 6, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, … Read more
NHS plans to tackle a deepening staffing crisis – Healthwatch England response
NHS England has released its proposal to tackle the ongoing staffing crisis. The proposal to increase the number of places … Read more
Cost of living crisis affecting how people use health and care services
People are increasingly avoiding NHS appointments and prescriptions due to cost of living, Healthwatch England warns. The number of people … Read more
Are you struggling to access health and care services in Solihull this winter?
With the NHS under extra pressure this winter, we need to hear your experiences of care to help services understand … Read more
A&E delays are intolerable – Healthwatch England response to new NHS performance stats
The waiting list for routine NHS care has fallen for the first time since the pandemic began. However, 7.19 million people are … Read more
Patients and public need urgent reassurance on NHS winter crisis and recovery
Healthwatch England is concerned that coverage in recent days showing the NHS at breaking point will exacerbate already-low public confidence … Read more
NHS nurses’ strike – Healthwatch England response
Commenting on the announcement, Healthwatch England national director Louise Ansari said: “The NHS is currently facing pressures across the whole … Read more
Strep A and Scarlet Fever – A guide for parents
You may be concerned by reports in the media about serious illness caused by Group A Strep, which has been … Read more
Recent changes to the Birmingham and Solihull ICS leadership
There have been several leadership announcements in Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care System (ICS), with news of two departures, the … Read more
Statement on allegations around bullying and patient safety at University Hospitals Birmingham
The allegations around bullying and patient safety at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) made by former and current UHB staff in … Read more