1. Report -

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

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

    We often hear from people who are trying to access the right care and support for their loved one who is living with dementia.
  4. News -

    Find out what's in the Government's new social care plan and what it means for future care.
  5. News -

    Latest findings from Healthwatch England show that people with chronic and long-term health conditions often miss out on giving their feedback about care.
  6. Advice and Information -

    Not sure whether you’re eligible for a flu vaccine or how to get it? Read our frequently asked questions.
  7. Advice and Information -

    Group A streptococcus (GAS) has been in the news recently. But what is it - and should we be worried?
  8. Advice and Information -

    The continuing cost of living crisis is adversely affecting people's physical and mental wellbeing, with vulnerable people and those on lower incomes hit the hardest.
  9. News -

    We explore the three main challenges people face accessing health and care services when they live alone with limited or no support.
  10. Advice and Information -

    Around one in five GP visits are for non-medical problems. Many things that affect our health can’t be treated by doctors or medicine alone. This includes loneliness, money problems, housing, education or employment status. NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.
  11. News -

    We’re collaborating with local partners to reduce the risk of medication errors for patients receiving at-home care from family or official carers.
  12. Advice and Information -

    Did you know Volunteer Responders can help you access support and services such as collecting prescriptions and shopping delivery?
  13. News -

    The NHS is transferring more services from hospitals to local communities. This was causing problems for people in Milton Keynes who rely on ambulances for patient transport to their appointments.
  14. News -

    Find out more about the Milton Keynes ACTIVATE study.
  15. Report -

    With 45% of pregnancies in the UK being unplanned, and much of the planning in the planned pregnancies not extending beyond a decision to ‘start trying’, we teamed up with our Women's Health Lead to explore preconception care in our city.
  16. News -

    Join us tomorrow, Saturday 7 September, for an event exploring diabetes research opportunities in Milton Keynes.
  17. Advice and Information -

    As we move into Spring, there's an increased chance of getting a tick bite and potentially symptoms of Lyme disease. Find out what to watch out for during 'tick season'.
  18. News -

    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.
  19. Report -

    GP access is still the number one reason people contact us. Last year we asked the people of Milton Keynes to share their experiences of accessing their GP practice. Now, a year on from our first ever Great Big MK GP survey, we wanted to see if things had changed for people living in Milton Keynes who need a GP appointment.