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What People with Sensory Impairments Told Us About Accessing NHS Services
We spoke to three Healthwatch Worcestershire volunteers who have sensory impairments about their experiences of using NHS services and the practical improvements that could help make healthcare more accessible and inclusive.
Their experiences highlighted both positive examples of accessible care and areas where improvements are still needed. Many of the suggestions…
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New Survey on Severe Mental Illness (SMI) Care in Worcestershire
Help us understand the experiences of people living with Severe Mental Illness in Worcestershire. Our latest survey follows on from previous work on mental health, this time focusing on finding out the experiences of people in Worcestershire living with…
Who do we want to take the survey?
We want to hear from people living with SMI
People caring for someone with SMI
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We want to hear from people living with SMI
People caring for someone with SMI
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What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for me?
The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.
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Our response to West Midlands Ambulance Service Quality Account
Each year, Healthwatch Worcestershire reviews and comments on the Quality Accounts of local NHS organisations to ensure the experiences and views of…
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Our response to NHS Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care Trust Quality Account
Every year, we are invited to comment on the Quality Accounts of key NHS organisations in Worcestershire, drawing on feedback from local people and…
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Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Quality Account published
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust has published its 2025/26 Quality Account, highlighting progress made despite continued pressures on urgent…
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Latest reports and publications
Annual Report 2025-26
Our latest annual report showcases the difference we've made to people living in Worcestershire from influencing system-wide strategies to strengthening hospital discharge processes.
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Men’s Experiences of PSA Testing and Prostate Cancer in Worcestershire
This report shares findings from a survey of 154 men in Worcestershire about their experiences of PSA testing and prostate cancer.
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Men’s Experiences of PSA Testing and Prostate Cancer in Worcestershire
This report shares findings from a survey of 154 men in Worcestershire about their experiences of PSA testing and prostate cancer.
It builds on Healthwatch Worcestershire’s previous work to understand whether experiences have improved, and highlights areas where access, support, and information could be strengthened.
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