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New report from Healthwatch England warns long waits for eye care are having a huge impact on people’s daily lives
2.7 million people are expected to live with sight loss by 2030. Following feedback on long waits and high costs … Read more
We are recruiting: Information and Admin Officer post – closed 9am 31 March 2025
Are you a proactive, self-motivated individual with excellent attention to detail? We are recruiting for an Information and Admin Officer. … Read more
Referrals for specialist treatment – is the system working?
Have you had a referral from your GP for tests, diagnosis or treatment in the last 12 months? How many … Read more
International Women’s Day – our volunteer Liz
It is International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8 March. IWD 2025 campaign theme is ‘Accelerate Action’ and collective action and … Read more
Have you used hospital transport in Surrey provided by EMED?
Non-emergency Patient Transport (NEPT) provided in Surrey by EMED is a free transport service for people who, due to their … Read more
Your feedback helps with national changes – #ShareForBetterCare week
Your feedback also helps with national changes – we interviewed local women with a learning disability and women from minoritised … Read more
How sharing your experience can make a difference – #ShareForBetterCare week
Our latest impact report highlights how sharing your experience of health and social care really does make a difference – … Read more
We’ve been shortlisted for the national Healthwatch Impact Award
As part of #ShareForBetterCare week, we are thrilled to have been shortlisted for the national Healthwatch Impact Award. We are … Read more
Share for Better Care week starts today!
Take 3 minutes to share your experience of health and social care services. Today is the start of #ShareForBetterCare … Read more
From hospital to home: improving patient discharge
The NHS is under pressure to free up beds. For many, their own bed is far more appealing than the … Read more