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A report looking into the public perception of Trafford General Hospital.Report -
Patient and family experience report.Report -
How accessible are GP websites in Trafford? We reviewed 29 websites to find out.Report -
A report on Youthwatch Trafford's Kooth.com mystery shop exercise.Report -
A report looking at inequalities in health service access in the north of the borough.Report -
A joint report by the Healthwatch Greater Manchester network sharing people's experiences of dentistry during the COVID-19 pandemic.Report -
Our second report looking at the experiences of health and social care services during the period of the coronavirus pandemic in Trafford.News -
Issues reported to the Healthwatch Trafford helpline and what to do if you have problems.Report -
We visited Woodend care home and spoke to staff and residents about the care and service they offer. This report contains our findings and recommendations we put forward following the visit.Report -
We visited Lynwood Lodge and spoke to staff and residents about the care they received. This report contains our findings and recommendations we put forward for improvements.Report -
We visited Faversham House and spoke to residents and staff about the care they get. This report contains the findings from our visit.Report -
We visited Flixton Manor to talk to staff and residents about the care on offer by the service. This report details the findings from our visit.Report -
We visited Shawe House nursing home and spoke to residents about the care they received. This report contains our findings from the visit.News -
You can use this activity pack to keep your little ones amused whilst you wait for an appointment.Report -
We produced this report to highlight peoples experiences and the availability of NHS dentists in Trafford.Report -
We produced this report to highlight peoples experiences and the availability of NHS dentists in Trafford.Report -
What did local residents think of Occupational Therapy in Trafford?Report -
Issues reported to the Healthwatch Trafford helpline and what to do if you have problems.News -
Are you someone who cares about inequalities and influencing policy? The Greater Manchester Equality Alliance (GM+EqAi) Working Group needs you!Residents’ views are being sought on pharmacies to help make sure they best serve their communities.
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Trafford Council’s Public Health Team has launched this survey to help find out what people think of their local community pharmacy.News -
Healthwatch Trafford want to hear about your experiences of mental health in relation to having a child. This includes during and after pregnancy, and any parent can take part regardless of gender.News -
The NHS in Trafford and Manchester has launched a survey for patients to share their feedback about using diagnostic services (such as blood tests, x-rays and scans) that help diagnose a symptom that may need treatment.News -
Would you like to join a new patient and public panel?News -
From 1-7 June, Healthwatch Trafford are bringing attention to the hard work of their volunteers. As a health and social care champion we value public views and participation, and that makes our volunteers invaluable in the work we do.News -
New research published today by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) shows that two thirds of unpaid carers view a lower standard of care during the Covid-19 crisis as unacceptable, despite the massive pressures that care services and carers are under.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published a report following an inspection of the child and adolescent mental health wards (CAMHS) provided by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust in January.News -
A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows 55% of adults in the North West find dental charges unfair amid escalating costs of living.News -
Are you receiving benefits? Do you have children under 4? Or are you pregnant? Healthy start is an NHS benefit worth up to £1200 to help you buy fruit, veg, and milk for you and your young family.Report -
A look at our 3-year joint strategy in Greater Manchester.
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Did you know that there’s a lack of robust data about cancer in the LGBTQI+ community? Do you feel that health research doesn’t represent your experiences? Are you interested in calling for more health research to involve LGBTQI+ people?Report -
A report looking at our impact and activities between April 2021 and March 2022.News -
NHS leaders in Trafford are preparing for new ways of providing high quality health and care services for the people they serve from Friday, July 1.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has told Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust to make urgent improvements in the safety of community-based mental health services for adults of working age following an inspection of two teams in April.Report -
We've published our Healthwatch annual report, to give you a closer look at how your involvement has helped us improve services locally.News -
Between 9am on Saturday 16th July and 9pm on Tuesday 19th, a Level 3 heat health alert has been put in place. The Met Office has also issued a Red Extreme heat weather warning covering Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures potentially reaching 40°c in some parts of the country.Response -
Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read Healthwatch England's response.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has found work is needed to reduce pressure on urgent and emergency care services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. This follows a series of coordinated inspections which took place throughout March and April.News -
Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.News -
Home-testing kits that can help detect bowel cancer, before symptoms start, will be rolled out to 58-year-olds in England for the first time, as part of a major expansion of the lifesaving screening programme.News -
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated The Breightmet Centre for Autism in Bolton as inadequate overall and placed it in special measures following an inspection in March.News -
After 19 months and nearly half a million Covid-19 jabs given, Greater Manchester’s mass vaccination centre will be closing its doors. The final vaccination will be given at the centre, housed at the Manchester Tennis and Football Centre on the Etihad Campus, on Tuesday August 30th.
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Update of our work across April and May 2022.Response -
New plans to open surgical hubs should reduce the backlog of patients waiting for care. Our National Director Louise Ansari highlights the need for a focus on tackling health inequalities.Report -
Update of our work across June and July 2022.Response -
With the NHS experiencing the busiest summer on record, the waiting list for treatment has hit a new high, according to latest figures. Read Healthwatch England's response.Response -
Healthwatch in Greater Manchester have released a joint statement regarding the events taking place.News -
Communities across England have made it clear that NHS dentistry needs to be fixed – so it’s affordable and accessible. Read more about our evidence and what changes we’re calling for the NHS and Government to make.News -
This briefing from NHS Greater Manchester updates you on a forthcoming Trafford Urgent Care Review by request of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board and a decision in relation to reviewing the Altrincham Minor Injuries Unit.