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Unpaid carers: complete our survey
We want to know what happens when someone rejects being given care and the impact that this has on their carer. We are also interested in what it is like to access care on behalf of someone else and the barriers that carers face.
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Have your say: the NHS 10 Year Health Plan
The government wants to hear the views, experiences and ideas of everyone in England as part of 'the biggest ever conversation about the future of the NHS'. Here's how you can get involved.
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Public’s confusion over ‘right’ to register with an NHS dentist
Almost two decades after the public lost their right to register permanently with an NHS dentist, our new research shows two-thirds believe this right exists. Find out more about our findings and calls for dental reform.
We have published the first-ever research on people’s understanding of NHS dentistry and what they want from the service as the government develops…
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Share your feedback to improve care in your community
‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch to help address health inequalities across England.
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Your February News
This month we're asking about your views on digital access and eating disorders along with a review of the past few months. All this and more in Your February News.
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Your January News
This month we share how to have your say along with details about Trauma Breakthrough and how they are supporting trauma survivors. All this and more in Your January News.
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Government plans for social care reform: Healthwatch England's response
Louise Ansari has described the plans as a 'desperately needed first step'.
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Your August News
This month we bring you our latest reports, a call out to share your experiences about accessing eye care plus much more!
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Exposing the unmet need in social care: Your stories
People tell us how social care support could improve their quality of life.
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Latest reports and publication

Healthwatch Swindon's Code of Conduct
This Code of Conduct sets out the expectations Healthwatch Swindon has of all those who work or carry out activities for it, in a voluntary or paid capacity, including trustees, employees, students and volunteers.
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Digital access to healthcare in Bath & North East Somerset and Swindon
The NHS is encouraging online access across many service areas. We wanted to find out what this digital push means for patients.
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