News and reports

Healthwatch England warns dental care crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care between January and March 2021.

We recently spoke to Hannah Hammond, from the The Five Lamps charity organisation in Thornaby.

People have told Healthwatch England they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should expect from care services, according to new guidelines.

Many individuals in the UK are refusing the COVID-19 vaccine when it is offered to them.

Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

The latest edition of the Teeswide Safeguarding Adults Board (TSAB) newsletter is now available online and to download.

Previously known as My Right to Healthcare, GP Access cards allow people who aren't registered with a GP practice, have no fixed address or identification to communicate their right to healthcare.

Not all COVID tests are the same so it’s important to get the right one. Find out where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result.

We are delighted to share with you the next story in our 'good news' community campaign!

There are a series of Community Mental Health Transformation webinars taking place in April where you can learn more about the programme during the one hour overview.

Following our Covid-19 vaccination survey, which was conducted from 5 February to 8 March 2021, we have produced a report which shares the experiences and views of people about the vaccine.

Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.