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We asked you to help shape our workplan for 2025/26 and our latest report shows the results of what you told us. Each year, we gather...

We asked you to help shape our workplan for 2025/26 and our latest report shows the results of what you told us. Each year, we gather...

NHS South West have launched a Big Brush Club competition for primary school pupils aged 3-5 years across the South West

Hospital discharge processes are in place to help you leave hospital safely. Whether you're returning home or, moving onto another care...

In November 2024 we undertook an Enter and View visit to Oakhill Surgery to observe the quality of service, and talk to people using the...

In November 2024 we undertook an Enter and View visit to Oakhill Surgery to observe the quality of service, and talk to people using the...

Tell us what you want us to report in the next 12 months.

We talked to Mr. Smith during our time in West Somerset to hear his story about taking care of his wife. We spent time with him for four...

Our November newsletter includes updates about our work, information about health and care services, and helpful advice. To read our...

Tell us about information available to you, and you could be entered into a draw for a £35.00 Amazon gift voucher. Graphic kindly...

Investigating available information for unpaid carers in Somerset. Over 49,000 unpaid carers in Somerset help take care of a family...

In response to local feedback about challenges in booking appointments with GPs, we have explored people’s experiences across the county....

In our latest report we have listened to experiences of Somerset residents who tried to book an appointment to see their GP. In response...

Every year Healthwatch Somerset (HWS) Board and Staff members gather information about the delivery and efficiency of local health and...

The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what...

A lack of access to NHS dentists in Somerset remains a pressing issue, including for parents, vulnerable individuals and those with...

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you...

Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you...

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in...