News and reports

Healthwatch England and national organisations representing patients and NHS leaders express concerns over Royal Mail plans to delay bulk mail of NHS appointment letters.

NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

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Farmers often face significant and unique challenges when it comes to accessing healthcare.

New plan launched to improve health and social care services

At Healthwatch North Yorkshire we have an amazing team of volunteers who play a key role in our work as the independent champion for people using health and social care services in North Yorkshire.

We've looked closely at some issues people told us about to help the NHS and social care decision-makers improve support.

Does anything worry you about your health and healthcare services in winter?

Carers have been sharing their stories about how their lives are affected by caring for relatives or friends.

We have been hearing from the farming community in North Yorkshire about their experiences.

The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services?