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NHS England has released the new Accessible Information Standard. Here's what’s changed — and what still needs to happen.

NHS England has published a refreshed version of the Accessible Information Standard which was first released in 2016. Here we look at what the standard means for you and and how this has changed with the refreshed version.

Do you feel that choosing a care home is a daunting task? To help make your decision more straightforward, you need the right information.

With living costs so high many people are living under financial strain, and NHS prescriptions cost more than some people can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.

At Healthwatch, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, dignified care. One of the key ways we help ensure this is through our 'enter and view' visits.

Can't find an NHS dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems finding an NHS dentist taking new patients or if you're struggling with NHS dentistry costs.

Thousands more people are being referred for potentially life-saving liver cancer checks following the expansion of the NHS’s community liver health check programme.

The Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

People across North Yorkshire have shared their experiences of health and social care. From moments of kindness that made a real difference, to challenges around access, cost and communication that still need to be addressed.

We've gathered honest feedback from the people we work with across North Yorkshire—and how it’s shaping our work going forward.

Almost 20,000 people in Humber and North Yorkshire are diagnosed with cancer each year. Our research shows the need to boost awareness and early diagnosis.

A national petition is calling on the Government to protect Healthwatch’s independence so we can continue to listen to people, speak up and hold health and social care services to account.