1. Mental Health Supported Living and Employment Support Services

    Report -

    In August 2019 Healthwatch Milton Keynes were commissioned to deliver engagement activity with people who currently use Mental Health Supported Accommodation and Employment Support services in Milton Keynes.

  2. Listen to us: Young people’s experiences of Health and Social care

    Report -

    Between September 2019 and January 2020, Healthwatch Milton Keynes engaged with a total of 604 young people between the ages of 10 and 21.

  3. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

    Advice and Information -

    Working with National Voices, Traverse, and PPL, Healthwatch England has put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  4. Campaign for cancer prosthetics for ethnic minorities

    News -

    Cancer Education UK today launch their campaign for the NHS to increase funding for breast and other prosthetics following cancer treatment, in a range of skin tones.

  5. New GP data-sharing system delayed - Healthwatch England's response

    Response -

    Healthwatch England have joined forces with leading patient groups to respond to the Government's plans around GP data sharing.

  6. Focus on NHS Admin is needed to improve people’s experiences of care

    News -

    In partnership with Healthwatch England and National Voices, new findings from The King's Fund highlight the critical role of administration in how people experience care.

  7. How can we manage hospital waiting lists caused by the pandemic?

    News -

    NHS services across the UK have faced unprecedented pressures due to COVID.

  8. Have your say on IVF options and gluten-free prescribing in Milton Keynes

    News -

    Our local clinical commissioning group (CCG) have merged with those in Luton and Bedfordshire. This will mean changes to some services.

  9. Have your say on Musculoskeletal (MSK) services in Milton Keynes

    News -

    Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Clinical Commissioning group (BLMK CCG) is inviting people to join a patient focus group to review Musculoskeletal (MSK) services.

  10. Have your say on the new Community Diagnostic Centre in MK

    News -

    A new community diagnostic centre is launching in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. You can help transform the way the NHS delivers life-saving tests by sharing your views

  11. Vaginal HRT could be available without prescription

    News -

    Millions of women in the UK go through the menopause each year, with the majority experiencing 'symptoms that can be severe and have a negative impact on everyday life'.

  12. “Creating a true partnership between services and the public.” BLMK Integrated Care System now a statutory body

    News -

    Across England, all existing NHS clinical commissioning groups have now been replaced with statutory integrated care systems (ICSs).

  13. First Women's Health Strategy in England to tackle 'gender health gap'

    News -

    Women and girls across England will hopefully benefit from improved healthcare following the publication of the first ever government-led Women’s Health Strategy for England today.

  14. What do you think about digital healthcare services?

    News -

    Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) Health and Care Partnership is developing a strategy for digital health and care services, and they want to know what you think.

  15. NHS nurses' strike - the Healthwatch response

    News -

    Members of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) will take industrial action on 15 and 20 December across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Read our response.

  16. New measures to improve access to dental care

    News -

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

  17. Where can I get a flu vaccine?

    Advice and Information -

    Getting the flu vaccine will help to protect you, your family, and your loved ones from the serious consequences of getting the flu this winter.

  18. COVID vaccine centre closes in Milton Keynes

    Advice and Information -

    The two COVID vaccination centres in Milton Keynes will close on 14 December. But you can still get your vaccine at pharmacies or with your GP, and stay protected this winter.

  19. Citizens Advice Milton Keynes: how to get in touch

    Advice and Information -

    Citizens Advice are a local charity that helps over 8000 people in Milton Keynes every year. If you need to get in touch, or if you need to speak to someone, things have changed slightly.

  20. Community Diagnostic Centres (CDCs) planned for MK in 2023 

    News -

    Residents in Milton Keynes are set to benefit from quicker access to tests, checks and scans as two new CDCs are set to open in our area later this year.

  21. Change is on the way for specialist referrals from your GP

    News -

    ​​​​​​​A new system is in place for when your GP refers you to see any sort of specialist in a community or hospital-based service. 

  22. Kooth, digital wellbeing service in MK, closing from 31 March

    News -

    You may have heard of Kooth, or know someone who is currently using their digital wellbeing support services.

  23. Maple Centre opens at Milton Keynes University Hospital

    News -

    The Maple Centre has opened at Milton Keynes University Hospital. This new facility has been designed to deliver an integrated approach to same-day emergency care.

  24. New stoma prescription service launches in MK 

    News -

    There's a new prescription service in place for residents of Milton Keynes who currently have a stoma.

  25. New MK health website for children, young people, parents and pregnant women

    Advice and Information -

    There's a new health and wellbeing website for children and young people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes.

  26. How can you save money on your Hormone Replacement Therapy?

    Advice and Information -

    A new scheme could see women across England save hundreds of pounds yearly on their Hormone Replacement Therapy with a prepayment certificate.