We make sure NHS leaders and other decision makers hear your voice and use your feedback to improve care.https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mwv63xw4up2sJust one week left to share your experience of hospital discharge. If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better. Take our survey to tell us more: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr02 Oct 2026 10:30 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwv63xw4up2shttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mwln2jf3f227Did you miss our blog on how people choose to contact their GP surgery? Learn about what affects people's preferences: https://bit.ly/3Vgfmpw28 Sep 2026 15:31 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwln2jf3f227https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mwdsrg3zw32lHappy FrEYEday! Looking after your eyes is important. Stay hydrated, get quality sleep, spend time outdoors, remove eye make-up, relax with a warm compress, ensure good eye hygiene. #VisionMatters #EyeWeek25 Sep 2026 12:52 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwdsrg3zw32lhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mwdb4igplb2uDid you feel ready to be discharged from the hospital? If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better. Take our survey to tell us more. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/25 Sep 2026 07:36 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwdb4igplb2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mwatnzdivl2zDementia will affect one in two of us – either by developing it or caring for someone we love. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Dementia UK is reminding everyone affected by dementia about how they can get support. Visit their website to learn more. https://bit.ly/4xEOfSi24 Sep 2026 08:30 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwatnzdivl2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mw6nlnymxq27Our new research shows people are still facing barriers to contacting GPs. Some said their GP practice doesn’t offer phone contact, while others weren’t aware they could use the NHS App. Read our calls to action to make GP access better https://bit.ly/4iBzMD823 Sep 2026 11:36 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw6nlnymxq27https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mw6axkmu6k22Improving access to GP primary care is a key part of the Government’s 2025 NHS 10 Year Health Plan. But how satisfied are people with contacting their GP and what factors shape the choices they make when seeking care? Find out in our new blog https://bit.ly/4iBzMD8 23 Sep 2026 07:50 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw6axkmu6k22https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mw22zv6unl2cEarlier this year, we analysed the mental health care experiences of children, young people and their families. We need better joined-up working across the NHS, schools, care and the voluntary sector to address key issues in this vital service. https://bit.ly/4vfhFWM21 Sep 2026 15:53 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw22zv6unl2chttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvzcnqbzbd2vIt's Organ Donation Week! This week, learn more about organ donation and how to register as a donor. Visit NHS Blood and Transport's website to learn more. https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/ 21 Sep 2026 08:37 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvzcnqbzbd2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvp53ztza62mToday is #WorldPatientSafetyDay. The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing a set of goals to improve care for people living with noncommunicable diseases, which are responsible for roughly 74% of all deaths globally. Find out more https://bit.ly/4iYccAq17 Sep 2026 07:31 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvp53ztza62mhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvndtpkmnb24Responding to the Thirlwall Inquiry report, our acting Chief Executive reiterated our long-held position of the need for an open and responsive NHS culture across all services, not just in pockets of the country. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026-09-16/thirlwall-inquiry-report-our-response16 Sep 2026 14:26 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvndtpkmnb24https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvmp7btcv524Was the right support in place when you left hospital? If you've stayed in hospital overnight in the last 12 months, we want to know what it was like when you were discharged. Tell us more by clicking on the link below. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/16 Sep 2026 08:16 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvmp7btcv524https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvk7sgefxj2fAre you a carer? Do you look after someone who had a bad hospital discharge in the last year? We want to learn more about what happened. Share your story by clicking on the link below. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/15 Sep 2026 08:36 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvk7sgefxj2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mvhoysppjf27The National Commission for AI Regulation has published its recommendations on how AI should be used in the NHS. We urge the government to adopt these safeguards and involve patient bodies in the final decisions on the protections needed. Read our response https://bit.ly/4gYQhqb14 Sep 2026 08:30 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvhoysppjf27https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mv3cr3kwxc2mHow has delayed hospital discharge affected you? We want to learn more, so we can help people get the support they need to continue their recovery at home. Take our survey to tell us about your experience: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr09 Sep 2026 10:19 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv3cr3kwxc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mujhmiwuhg2gHow has delayed hospital discharge affected you? We want to learn more, so we can help people get the support they need to continue their recovery at home. Take our survey to tell us about your experience. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/02 Sep 2026 07:58 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mujhmiwuhg2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mu57mpkhdc23The Bank Holiday on Monday 31 August means some services in your area might not operate as normal. Our advice article tells you what help is available out of hours: https://bit.ly/4edWajH28 Aug 2026 11:03 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu57mpkhdc23https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mtss53wufh2hDid you feel ready to leave hospital when the time came? If you were discharged from hospital in the past year, we want to learn about your experience. Share your story: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr24 Aug 2026 07:35 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtss53wufh2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mtlj4kw7si2iNHS 111 could play a big role in moving care "from hospital to community". What works about the service and what could be better? Read what people told us: https://bit.ly/3SDbPAB21 Aug 2026 10:05 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtlj4kw7si2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mtiuaenjnr26A new report from Healthwatch Rotherham found that some patients are struggling to use an AI GP receptionist because it doesn’t understand Yorkshire accents, regional speech patterns or speech impediments. Read more @BBC https://bbc.in/4xcGsMl #AI #NHS https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c141dn3d26do20 Aug 2026 08:46 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtiuaenjnr26https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mtdsakqhsk26We're researching people's experiences of hospital discharge. Could you help us? Take our survey or share with your networks. https://bit.ly/4qolIyr18 Aug 2026 08:27 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtdsakqhsk26https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mssd67w3ho2sThe world of health and social care services can be confusing – so we keep our advice simple and straightforward. Check out our advice articles. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-information11 Aug 2026 09:42 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mssd67w3ho2shttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mspvf5nf772wUnsure what to expect from your healthcare? Healthwatch is here for you. Chat to your friendly local team today for straightforward information and advice. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-healthwatch/list10 Aug 2026 10:30 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mspvf5nf772whttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3msigiu3vqg2xHave you recently had a healthcare experience you’d like to share? Whether it was positive or challenging, we’d love to hear from you. Your story can help improve care for you, your loved ones and others in the community. Share your experience: https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say07 Aug 2026 11:15 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3msigiu3vqg2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3msd7juy4aa2pAutistic people's care will only improve if their experiences are listened to. We unpack four key things autistic people told us they want from health services, and what providers can do to improve care. https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2026-07-08/what-do-autistic-people-want-health-services05 Aug 2026 09:27 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3msd7juy4aa2phttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3ms6bha7qup2fAre you under 25? You can now get your free MenB vaccine. Find out if you're eligible and how to get vaccinated: https://www.nhs.uk/book-menb03 Aug 2026 10:18 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms6bha7qup2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mrsfp2vkdx2bWe welcome the Prime Minister's decision to accelerate the Casey Commission on social care and relaunch cross-party talks, announced today. Read our full response #socialcare https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026-07-29/our-response-prime-ministers-speech-social-care29 Jul 2026 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrsfp2vkdx2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mrmkf74bjv25Are you getting ready to take a holiday abroad? Make sure you have all the latest health information to help you stay safe on your trip. https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/27 Jul 2026 09:10 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrmkf74bjv25https://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mr33r5z5js2aThis Disability Pride Month, we're highlighting some of our insight on the experiences of disabled people and their carers. Here's what parents of children with special educational needs (SEN) said about the challenges they face getting the right support: https://bit.ly/4fo6Zi420 Jul 2026 10:33 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr33r5z5js2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/healthwatchengland.bsky.social/post/3mqtzpplmx52xThis week we've published new research on the use of AI scribes in healthcare. AI scribes are being rolled out across services, but what do people think of them? Read our findings: https://bit.ly/3RDs8Nh17 Jul 2026 15:07 +0000at://did:plc:vce4jjpepyuzuxsqextcfaku/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqtzpplmx52x