News and reports

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.

Nearly 400,000 people have used a new prescription tracking feature in the NHS App in the first ten weeks since its launch, helping reduce unnecessary calls and visits to pharmacies.

Healthwatch England published new research showing that there are significant gaps between the choices patients want when booking a GP appointment and the ones they are offered. But what choices should you get at your GP practice?

Kensington and Chelsea’s Adult Social Care has been rated Outstanding. A huge achievement made possible by residents’ feedback and experiences. This makes the Council one of only two local authorities in the country to receive an Outstanding rating for both adults and children’s services.

Read about the Government's plans around the future of Healthwatch and what this means for you.

Refugee Week is a global event that takes place between 16 to 22 June 2025. It’s a festival of arts and culture dedicated to refugees and people seeking sanctuary.