News and reports

Healthwatch Kensington and Chelsea and Strengthening Kensington Youth Families (SKYF) brought together members of the community to discuss the challenges affecting young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

February is Heart Month. Read our article to learn more about how heart issues are affecting people in the UK, what you can do to help and the symptoms.

Time to talk day takes place on 05 February 2026. It encourages open conversations about mental health in workplaces, communities, and at home. Read our article for more.

4 February 2026 marks the annual World Cancer Day, led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). Read our article for more.

Join our hybrid event to address the factors contributing to poor mental health with young people.

Healthwatch England recently explored people’s experiences of patient transport services. Find out more about what’s working well and areas that can be improved.

On Thursday 13 November, Healthwatch Westminster and Healthwatch Kensington and Chelsea attended an annual conference hosted by the Community and Maternity Champions. Find out more.

Movember is a month-long movement throughout November that raises awareness of men‘s health issues, specifically mental health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Community Living Well – Talking Therapies organised an interactive and deeply engaging community menopause health event at the Venture Community Association. This consisted of expert speakers sharing insights and activities for the community.

Healthwatch England's latest research shows that too many men are missing out on the NHS Health Check, which is essential in preventing illness and saving lives. Find out more.

Living with chronic pain can limit your ability to live and work, yet it is a reality for millions of people in England. Healthwatch England highlights the problems people are facing and what services can do to better support people living with chronic pain.

More than half a million people in England are now living with dementia diagnosis. New technology, such as MinderCare, helps people stay safe at home, avoid unnecessary hospital visits, and gives families reassurance.