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News and views
Opportunity for care homes: Post falls in care homes research -…
A research team at Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust is conducting a research study to develop…
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Healthwatch and the NHS Modernisation Bill (May 2026 Update)
At the State Opening of Parliament recently, the Government made clear their intentions to make health…
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"The emergency department staff were incredible. They were efficient and compassionate, even under pressure."
Latest reports and publication
‘Staying With People: What Lived Experience Tells Us About Mental Health Support’
People across County Durham and Tees Valley have been telling us the…
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Healthwatch North East & North Cumbria: Working Together For Change Overview Report 2025 - 2026
This report highlights how the Healthwatch NENC network worked…
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Advice and information
What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment
Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here…
Looking after your mental health all year round
One in four people in the UK have a mental health condition. With everything going on in our daily lives, awareness of our mental health and how to…
Staying informed while you wait for care
Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you should get regular and accessible updates from your healthcare…
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