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Why independent listening matters in health and social care
We reflect on what The King’s Fund says about listening to people’s experiences of the NHS and social care, the future, and the value of Healthwatch.
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Why listening to people matters in health and social care
Listening to people’s real experiences helps show what accessing health and social care is really like. It highlights inequalities and helps services make practical improvements that better reflect people’s everyday needs.
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AI in NHS care: what’s the impact, and what do people think?
As the Government attempts to ‘make the NHS the most AI-enabled care system in the world’, the public’s early experiences show it may be causing as many issues as it aims to solve.
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How will the new GP contract improve the experience at your local practice?
What will the new GP contract mean for your care? And how did Healthwatch use your feedback to call for a contract that works for you?
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New National Cancer Plan sets out long term vision for cancer care in England
Cancer affects almost every family at some point, and people’s experiences of care can vary widely. A new national plan sets out how cancer services in England could change over the next decade, from earlier diagnosis to better support after treatment.
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What people living rurally have told us about their healthcare
People living in rural North Yorkshire continue to tell us that distance, transport and digital access make healthcare harder to reach, and their experiences are essential in shaping services that work better for rural communities in 2026 and beyond.
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What women want from healthcare
Women say being listened to and taken seriously by healthcare professionals is one of the most important parts of good care.
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More people paying for care as NHS waits continue
A recent national report shows more people are paying for care to avoid long NHS waits, reflecting what we continue to hear from people in North…
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Healthwatch position on GP access
More than a million people have an appointment with their general practice every day in England. Most are satisfied with the quality of care they…
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Latest reports and publication
Accessing adult social care: ethnic minority communities
People from ethnic minority communities across North Yorkshire have shared their experiences of adult social care, including what works well, the challenges they face accessing or using it, and what they would like to change.
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Getting to healthcare: what people told us about patient transport
Getting the right care when you need it shouldn’t feel like a struggle. But for many people across North Yorkshire and York, it still does.
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