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Why independent listening matters in health and social care
We reflect on what The King’s Fund says about listening to people’s experiences of the NHS and social care, the future, and the value of Healthwatch.
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Why listening to people matters in health and social care
Listening to people’s real experiences helps show what accessing health and social care is really like. It highlights inequalities and helps services make practical improvements that better reflect people’s everyday needs.
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AI in NHS care: what’s the impact, and what do people think?
As the Government attempts to ‘make the NHS the most AI-enabled care system in the world’, the public’s early experiences show it may be causing as many issues as it aims to solve.
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How will the new GP contract improve the experience at your local practice?
What will the new GP contract mean for your care? And how did Healthwatch use your feedback to call for a contract that works for you?
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New National Cancer Plan sets out long term vision for cancer care in England
Cancer affects almost every family at some point, and people’s experiences of care can vary widely. A new national plan sets out how cancer services in England could change over the next decade, from earlier diagnosis to better support after treatment.
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What people living rurally have told us about their healthcare
People living in rural North Yorkshire continue to tell us that distance, transport and digital access make healthcare harder to reach, and their experiences are essential in shaping services that work better for rural communities in 2026 and beyond.
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Recognising the people who support someone close to them
Many people who look after a friend, neighbour or family member do not see themselves as unpaid carers. They just get on with it. But the reality is…
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A guide to your local GP practice
Information on how to access GP services, including making appointments, understanding patient rights, managing prescriptions, using digital health…
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Concerns raised about Reeth Medical Centre closure and access to care in rural North Yorkshire
People in Upper Swaledale and Arkengarthdale have raised concerns about how they will access GP services following the planned closure of their local…
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Latest reports and publication
What we heard about healthcare across North Yorkshire and the Humber
Getting the care you need should be straightforward. But for many people across the Humber and North Yorkshire, it is not always that simple.
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Accessing adult social care: ethnic minority communities
People from ethnic minority communities across North Yorkshire have shared their experiences of adult social care, including what works well, the challenges they face accessing or using it, and what they would like to change.
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