1. Getting social care right starts with good information and advice

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    Would you know where to turn for social care support? New polling finds over 40% of people don’t. This confusion can result in people not getting the care they need. Read our latest findings.

  2. Celebrating ten years of people speaking up to make care better

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    Local health and care champion, Healthwatch Halton, marks the difference the public have made to improve NHS and social care services.

  3. GP referrals: we need to address the ‘hidden’ waiting list

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    The latest research from Healthwatch England follows people's experiences of getting a GP referral.
    The process for many is long and often confusing. There is a need to address issues around people's GP referral journey so that it works for everyone.

  4. The hidden wait for cancer care

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    Healthwatch England research on GP referrals highlighted the frustration patients experience due to long waits and a lack of support. This latest analysis by Healthwatch England looks at people’s experience of getting a cancer referral.

  5. Your experiences of trying to get prescription medication

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    People rely on prescription medication to treat and manage their conditions and keep well. In Healthwatch England's new blog, they highlight the challenges people have recently told them about when trying to get prescription medication.

  6. Deaf and hard of hearing people's healthcare experiences

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    It's important that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can get information in an accessible way. But feedback suggests not all services are complying with key legislation.