1. Report -

    Through gathering patient feedback, we noticed a theme concerning access to NHS
    dentistry in Milton Keynes.
  2. Report -

    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.
  3. News -

    Welcome to our 2019/20 Annual Report. Every Healthwatch publishes their annual report on 30th June each year.
  4. Advice and Information -

    Trying to find a dentist in Milton Keynes? Read our advice on how to go about it, and what to do if you have a dental emergency.
  5. News -

    In their latest briefing, Healthwatch England share what over 1,300 people have told the network about their experience of NHS dentistry between July and September 2020.
  6. Advice and Information -

    Getting to see a dentist, both for routine and emergency treatment, is a real problem in Milton Keynes right now.
  7. Report -

    Lack of access to NHS dentistry has intensified as an issue for people over the last 18 months. The latest Healthwatch England research is a stark reminder that it is an issue decision-makers must react to now, to protect our health.
  8. News -

    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. We have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.
  9. News -

    We're excited to share with you our Annual Report 2021-22.
  10. Response -

    Thanks to you, the NHS will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response.
  11. News -

    A new investigation from BBC News and the British Dental Association has found nine in 10 NHS dental practices across the UK are not accepting new adult patients for treatment under the health service. Read the Healthwatch response.
  12. News -

    A new package of measures to improve patient access to dental care has been introduced by the government.
  13. News -

    This anniversary marks 10 years of Healthwatch. To mark this milestone, we're celebrating the contribution that you have made in improving health and care services in Milton Keynes.
  14. Report -

    We helped Milton Keynes City Council look into the problems that our residents are having getting to see a doctor and dentist.
  15. News -

    We're working with the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership on a project to improve how patients experience moving through different health and care services.
  16. News -

    We're supporting the Milton Keynes Health and Care Partnership with a project to develop services in local neighbourhoods across Milton Keynes that help us to live a longer, healthier life.
  17. News -

    New HWE research shows that in the past year, access to primary care is the main concern for patients across England.
  18. News -

    Healthwatch England have set out recommendations for NHS decision makers across ten key areas, in their report, 'The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care'.
  19. News -

    Under a new plan published this week, it's hoped that people will start to benefit from more NHS dental appointments over the next year.
  20. News -

    Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.
  21. Advice and Information -

    How can I get the most out of my next visit to the dentist? Take a look at our tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.
  22. News -

    An independent Investigation into the NHS, led by Lord Darzi, highlights the NHS's problems.
  23. News -

    New research indicates spike in emergency readmissions to hospital over the last year. Healthwatch England's report calls on NHS to fix the data gaps to help understand why.
  24. News -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours.
  25. Report -

    The purpose of this Enter and View programme was to engage with patients, or their relatives/carers, to find out how they felt about the level and effectiveness of communications between the staff and themselves at Milton Keynes University Hospital.
  26. Report -

    The purpose of this Enter and View programme was to engage with patients, or their relatives/carers, to find out how they felt about the level and effectiveness of communications between the staff and themselves.
  27. Report -

    The purpose of this Enter and View programme was to engage with patients, their relatives or carers, to explore their experience of the care and treatment received during their stay at Windsor Intermediate Care Unit (WICU).
  28. Report -

    As part of all of our Enter and View visits, we plan a review of the actions taken against our recommendations.
  29. Report -

    The purpose of this Enter and View visit was to explore patients' experiences of using the Urgent Care Service, particularly around patient expectations, their reasons for using the service and recent changes to the booking-in process.