GPs have been taking part in collective action since August 1st this year. This means you may notice some changes in the way services are provided. As part of GP collective action, GPs may stop or reduce certain work – although most services will continue as normal for patients and the NHS has said it is […]
30 October 2024
Significant changes are underway in how patients access Primary Care. Primary Care services provide the first planned point of contact in the healthcare system, acting as the ‘front door’ of the NHS. Primary care includes your GP Practice, community pharmacies, dental, and optometry (eye health) services. Changes, as part of the Primary Care Access Recovery Plan (PCARP), […]
30 October 2024
Help shape NHS services to work better for you Healthwatch Wirral is carrying out research to find out about your experiences when accessing GP Practice services. Please click HERE to complete our survey about your GP Practice. Sharing your experiences is so important. The information you provide will be shared anonymously with your GP Practice, and with the […]
25 October 2024
Do you or someone you know in Wirral use the Medequip service? We’d love to hear what you think. Survey link: https://www.healthwatchwirral.co.uk/medequip-survey Healthwatch Wirral help to make health and social care work better for everyone based on what you tell us. Healthwatch is independent and the way we work is designed to give you a […]
03 September 2024
Original article by Cheshire and Merseyside at: https://www.cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk/posts/nhs-urges-public-to-come-forward-for-care-during-gp-collective-action/ The NHS is asking the public to still come forward as usual for care during collective action by GP services which starts today (Thursday, 1 August). GP services across England will begin collective action on Thursday, 1 August for an indefinite period of time and, while there […]
12 August 2024
Over the last few years there has been a significant increase in referrals for assessments relating to Neurodiversity which has impacted on waiting times and access to services. Healthwatch have been listening to you and recognise the impact this has on people’s lives. We have produced a small snapshot this year on ADHD and PTSD. We […]
20 May 2024
