News and reports

Healthwatch Greenwich's new report discusses accessibility, experience and opinions about local NHS dental services in Greenwich.

A family worries about their daughter's care at a supported accommodation because they don't get enough information and feel left out of decisions.

As 2024 begins, Louise Ansari, CEO at Healthwatch England, highlights some of the projects that made a difference for patients last year while showing the vital role of local action. We need to hear more of such examples in the new year.

Read Healthwatch Greenwich's latest report providing insights into maternity care challenges for migrant and asylum-seeking women in South East London.

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.

Five organisations representing NHS leaders and patients join forces regarding on-going industrial action in the NHS.

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

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries gave patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

Athena, a single mom with a special needs son, felt abandoned by healthcare and social services during a difficult time.

Responding to the news that Government has reached an agreement with medical unions in England, which if accepted, could end consultant strikes, Joy Beishon, Chief Executive of Healthwatch Greenwich said:

Healthwatch England new research reveals worrying problems with hospital discharge arrangements. Many people told us they are not given the right support or information when being discharged from hospital. Read their experiences and our calls to action.

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.