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Looking after your mental health is important, both for your wellbeing and your child’s. Learn more about what support is available to help new parents to look after their mental health. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek bit.ly/4nfiOdT

Today, the government announced that it has met an interim target for speeding up hospital treatment. Read our full response. healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026-…

Last month, your stories helped shape a major parliamentary inquiry into ambulance services. So what are the biggest issues in urgent care, and what needs to change? Read more in our new blog: bit.ly/4d7Rv1H #NHS #ambulance

Confused about your care? Have a chat with your local Healthwatch and see how they can help you. Visit our website to find your local Healthwatch team. healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-hea…

This Mental Health Awareness Week, learn the signs of poor mental health, what you can do to take care of your mental health, and where to find extra support if you need it. Visit our website to learn more. #MentalHeallthAwarenessWeek bit.ly/3hcjmUi

Ever waited way too long for test results or felt like NHS staff weren’t hearing you? Read our new blog on what people want most from NHS communication: bit.ly/48LgVQf

Everyone who gives birth deserves to feel informed and listened to. But that isn’t always the reality. This Maternal Mental Health Week, we’re highlighting the stories of those whose concerns were dismissed or unheard #MaternalMHmatters bit.ly/48W5q8w

The Bank Holiday on Monday 4 May means some services in your area might not operate as normal. Our advice article tells you what help is available out of hours: bit.ly/4edWajH

With the news that the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is now law in the UK, here's a look back at the work of Healthwatch Blackpool, whose research with young people in their community helped shape the Bill. bit.ly/4t0s5YF

In our latest blog, we share what people have told us about maternal care services, and how essential it is that new parents feel informed, involved and listened to. Read more: bit.ly/48W5q8w

Just three minutes of your time can make a huge difference to improving services in your area. Let us know what is or isn't working in our short confidential survey: healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

Our survey on the use of AI tools in appointments is still open! If a healthcare professional has used AI to summarise appointments, update health records, or send follow-up communications, please share your experience: bit.ly/4ceru0f

@NickyProctor Hi Nicky, you can find out more on the MS Society website: mssociety.org.uk/support-and-co…

@HealthwatchE Ok, so you’ve got my attention. I’d like to learn more about MS and check my assumptions. A link to more information would be helpful please…

It's MS Awareness Week! This week, leading MS charities are teaming up to challenge assumptions about MS, and the harm they cause. #MSThinkAgain

Local Healthwatch are here for you. They can help you get the support you need, or give you straightforward advice and information. Chat to your friendly local team today to see how they can help you - bit.ly/2KdaMOo

Health professionals may use AI tools to summarise appointments, update health records, and send follow-up communications. If you’ve experienced this, take our survey: bit.ly/4ceru0f

@veetmaya Thanks for your message. If you'd like to feedback about these topics please get in touch with your local Healthwatch team directly. Their contact details are available via our website: healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-hea…

@HealthwatchE Does this include regional safeguarding and reporting to CQC?

Have you used NHS or social care services recently? Then we want to hear about your experience. Good or bad, we want to know how it went. Visit our website to let us know more. healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

Poor communication about care and admin mistakes can be frustrating and even dangerous, as Deb’s story shows. Read what happened when her GP practice mixed her up with another patient. bit.ly/4vypPu5

There's a lot of jargon in the world of health and social care. We provide support and information to help you understand your options and get the help you need. healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…

Our new research with the King's Fund and National Voices shines a light on the scale and impact of administrative problems in healthcare settings. Find out more. healthwatch.co.uk/news/2026-04-1…