Healthcare on a low income
Healthwatch England’s latest research shows that people on lower incomes find it harder to access NHS services than people who are financially more comfortable. In 2023, it reported that people were […]
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ADHD diagnosis research
In its latest report, Healthwatch England has found that people with ADHD find a diagnosis life-changing, but long waits on the NHS need urgent action. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition, […]
Dementia Action Week 2025
This year Dementia Action Week takes place from 19 to 25 May 2025 and the theme is raising awareness of the importance of an early diagnosis for people affected by […]
The Big Conversation on women’s health
Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their views on women’s healthcare in The Big Conversation last year. Thousands of women across the North East and North […]
Spotlight on…Berwick Cancer Cars
As part of our information and signposting service, we’re shining a spotlight on organisations offering all kinds of support to people in Northumberland. The Berwick and District Cancer Support Group, […]
Eye care costs
New research from Healthwatch England reveals costs of additional eye care services are likely to deter some people from visiting opticians altogether. An estimated 50% of sight loss is avoidable. […]
Free event – Parkinson’s UK
Find out more about Parkinson’s and the support available to people living with this long-term condition at our free online event on Friday 9 May, 1pm-2pm. Plus find out how […]
Eye care waiting times
New research from Healthwatch England has revealed people’s eye health often deteriorates while they wait a long time for specialist eye care. They are calling for greater use of high […]
Free online event – NDAS
Free online event – An introduction to Northumberland Domestic Abuse Services (NDAS) Come along to our next free lunchtime event on Friday 14 March, 1pm-2pm, to hear from Kerry Mulcahy […]
Improving patient discharge
From hospital to home: Improving patient discharge Every winter, the NHS is under pressure to free up beds. However, getting hospital discharge wrong can harm both patients and services. Healthwatch […]
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