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Eye care costs a barrier for people on low incomes
New research reveals costs of additional eye care services are likely to deter some people from visiting opticians altogether.
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Rural reflections: health and social care
What are the unique healthcare challenges faced by rural communities—and the innovative solutions being explored to address them?
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Understanding the announcement about the changes to NHS structure
On 13 March 2025, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that NHS England will be abolished and the management of the NHS brought back to ministers.…
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Ploughing through barriers
Understanding the challenges and promoting help-seeking in farming communities.
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Southlands Care Home, Harrogate
Healthwatch visits social care settings to hear how services work for residents and where they could be improved.
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