1. British public satisfaction with the NHS lowest in 25 years

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    More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust.

  2. What we have been hearing from 2021-22

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    Find out what we have been hearing from 2021-2022 in this feedback report summary.

  3. April 2022 Feedback Report

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    Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care during April 2022 and read the response from the provider.

  4. I've made a complaint, what happens next?

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    Find out what happens after you've made a complaint.

  5. May 2022 Feedback report

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    Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care during May 2022.

  6. What did we hear in June 2022?

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    Read and download our June 2022 Feedback report and response from LGT.

  7. NHS waits: Healthwatch response on BBC radio 4

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    Find out more about why our national director, Louise Ansari, appeared on BBC radio 4 this morning.

  8. What did we hear in July 2022?

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    Find out what we heard from over 240 service users in July 2022.

  9. How to make a hospital complaint in Greenwich

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    Find out how to make a complaint about your experience at Queen Elizabeth.

  10. What did we hear in August 2022?

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    From GP services to Queen Elizabeth hospital, find out what you told us about health and social care in Greenwich.

  11. Lewisham and Greenwich NHS 'worse than expected' in patient survey

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    Out of 134 NHS Trusts, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are placed in the bottom 5% performers, achieving a 'worse than expected' result.

  12. What did we hear in September 2022?

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    From GP services to Queen Elizabeth hospital, find out what you told us about health and social care in Greenwich.

  13. Our response to the State of Care report

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its annual State of Care report, which highlights that gridlocked health and care system is leading to deterioration in people’s access to and experience of care.

  14. What did we hear in December 2022? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  15. What did we hear in January 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  16. What did we hear in February 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  17. ‘Review culture’ is on the rise, yet only one in ten feed back on health services.

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    Healthwatch Greenwich appeals for more people to feedback on NHS care.

  18. British Social Attitudes Survey results are in – our response

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    Public satisfaction with the NHS has slumped to its lowest level ever recorded by the British Social Attitudes Survey (BSA). Despite this, the public shows very strong support for the NHS. Read the response from Healthwatch England

  19. Hello from Kiki – Healthwatch Greenwich Engagement Manager

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    Wow, March was an incredibly busy month for us at Healthwatch Greenwich! Find out how we engaged with communities through a variety of events and activities.

  20. What did we hear in April 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  21. What did we hear in May 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  22. The Power of Co-Production

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    In this blog post, Jahan Foster, Social Care Researcher at Healthwatch Greenwich, reflects on the successful co-production project completed with young people, which explored their contraceptive knowledge and awareness.

  23. More admin staff needed to help tackle GP access issues

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    National GP patient survey sees a further fall in satisfaction, especially regarding making appointments. Read with Healthwatch England response.

  24. 'I became acutely aware of the challenges faced by underrepresented communities': Healthwatch Greenwich volunteer Dylan

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    Our volunteer, Dylan Heller, describes her time volunteering with HWG as an 'immensely transformative experience,' which supported her personal growth and development while also teaching her the importance of empathy and active listening.

  25. What did we hear in June 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  26. Cancellations of NHS care are having serious impacts on two-thirds of patients

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    Healthwatch England's new research highlights that pressures in the NHS have serious consequences on people's lives and widen health inequalities.

  27. Junior Doctors’ strike, 11 – 15 August and Consultants’ strike, 24 – 25 August

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    Five-day strikes by junior doctors, followed by two-day strikes by consultants, are likely to increase pressure on hospitals across South East London Here's how to get the help you need!

  28. Recent inspection rates Eltham Palace Surgery ‘inadequate’ for safety of patients

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    The Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of Health and Social Care in England, carried out its inspection of Eltham Palace Surgery in May, concluding the service was ‘performing badly’.

  29. Join the national healthcare conversation: Take part in inpatient survey to shape a better future with £40 thank you voucher

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    Care Quality Commission (CQC) seeks patient input to develop crucial national survey. Here's how you can participate!

  30. Care Quality Commission (CQC) 2022 adult inpatient survey at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

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    Find out how Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust performed in the latest Adult Inpatient Survey of 2022.

  31. Have your say on Musculoskeletal services in Greenwich

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    Have you used Musculoskeletal (MSK) services in Greenwich? Join the next public forum and share your experiences.

  32. Yasmin’ Experience: “I felt desperate, I got out of bed, walked out of the ward, and left the hospital in my pyjamas."

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    Yasmin, a patient at the Emergency Department of Queen Elizabeth Hospital, opens up about her unpleasant experience at the hospital.

  33. What did we hear in September 2023? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  34. Anna’s Experience: "You’ll have to start the referral process all over again.”

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    Anna's battle with a musculoskeletal condition is worsened by missed appointments, delays, and a lack of support, leaving her in pain and feeling neglected.

  35. How can you provide better care to diabetes patients?

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    Four areas where you can improve support for people diagnosed with diabetes.

  36. NHS urged to do more to help patients leave hospital safely

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    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.

  37. Government and unions urged to find resolution to strike action

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

  38. Maternity care for asylum-seeking and migrant women in south east London

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

  39. Barriers and inequalities in cervical screening

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    This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Our new blog brings together some of the key challenges people have shared about cervical screening with local Healthwatch and outlines the steps we are taking nationally to address those.

  40. Let’s be honest and address patient experience of A&E

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    With a record number of patients stuck in A&E, Healthwatch England CEO Louise Ansari wants to see a longer-term plan to improve conditions in which people wait for life-saving care. This should include real-time monitoring and reporting on patient experience.

  41. Paul’s Experience: “We’ve lost trust in the hospital, they failed Becky”

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

  42. Shweta’s experience: “If only a GP had seen me in person, I would have my degree with no delays.”

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

  43. What did we hear in May 2024? What action has been taken?

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    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.

  44. Aaliyah’s Experience: “I was seen but I was not heard”

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    Aaliyah shares how not being listened to by her doctor left her feeling ignored, overlooked, and worried that she'd not received optimal care.

  45. What did we hear in July and August 2024? What action has been taken?

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    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.