News and reports

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

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.

The head of the NHS on 21st February announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

Detecting cancer at an early stage means that treatment is more likely to be successful and ensures that more people survive.

An international student shared how not receiving timely care delayed her prospects of graduating on time.

Fayola's plea for help goes unanswered as her daughter falls ill due to lack of heating, leading to months of hospitalisation without support.

Nearly 3 in 4 (72%) of UK adults said that having more time, energy and feeling fitter would motivate them to be more physically active.
UK adults are more than twice as likely to spend most of their time watching TV (38%) compared to cooking/preparing food (15%).

A father shares how negligence from hospital staff led to a traumatic experience for his daughter Becky and their family

A five-day strike by doctors is likely to increase pressure on hospitals across South East London Here's how to get the help you need!

Read and download the full report at the end of this page.

Find out what we have been hearing about health and care services in Greenwich and what action service providers have taken as a result of your feedback.

‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.