1. Report -

    Our Dentistry survey for patients was open between July and October 2022.


  2. Advice and Information -

    It is not always easy to know what to ask during a medical appointment, or how to get the most out of your time with a health care professional. One decision making tool you may have come across is the BRAN / BRAINS acronym.

  3. Advice and Information -

    Around 7,500 people are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year.
    The sooner ovarian cancer is detected, the easier it is to treat.
    Find out how to recognise the symptoms, what treatment is available and what you can expect from an appointment.
  4. Advice and Information -

    Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes, on the bladder or around the pelvis. It can affect people who have periods, at any age.

  5. Report -

    Read the report from our visit to Newstead Lodge Nursing Home
  6. Report -

    Board meetings are held bi-monthly. You can read our Board minutes here ...
  7. News -

    Take a look at the minutes from the March 2023 Board meeting.
  8. News -

    Take a look at the minutes from the January 2023 Board meeting.
  9. Advice and Information -

    There has been a lot of concern about how accessible dentists are. You have told us about your experiences of dentistry in Warwickshire.
    Some questions and myths have come up that we have looked into.
  10. News -

    This year marks the 10 year anniversary of Healthwatch.
  11. Advice and Information -

    If you are pregnant or have recently become a parent, here is information about local services who can provide support.

  12. News -

    With one in four people nationally experiencing mental health problems during pregnancy and in the first year following the birth of a child, support from maternity services can significantly impact their mental health and wellbeing.
  13. Report -

    Healthwatch heard from 2, 693 people nationally, including 56 people from Warwickshire, between October and December 2022.
  14. News -

    Have a say in your local NHS by becoming a SWFT member.
  15. News -

    Between December 2022 and March 2023, we invited people to share their experiences by asking three questions.
  16. News -

    Following our county wide dental survey in 2022, we worked with the NHS Dental Commissioning Team on behalf of Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) to find out the views of people in Rugby on dentistry and complex treatments.
  17. Report -

    Read the report from our visit to Kenilworth Grange Care Home
  18. Report -

    In April 2023 we held an online event for residents of Warwickshire who use Adult Social Care Services, or care for someone who does.
  19. Advice and Information -

    How to keep your ears healthy, test your own hearing, and what the NHS can do to help.
  20. Report -

    We are pleased to share with you our Healthwatch Warwickshire Annual Report for 2022-2023.
  21. News -

    Healthwatch Warwickshire is holding events in Rugby this October to address local need for services such as Doctors, Dentists, Urgent Care and Care at Home.
  22. News -

    Healthwatch Warwickshire CIC are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a further contract, by Warwickshire County Council, to deliver our services in Warwickshire.
  23. News -

    Have your say on the Health Visiting service in Warwickshire.
  24. Advice and Information -

    Support and information during the menopause and perimenopause.
  25. Advice and Information -

    There are ways to connect with support if you are finding it difficult to cope with your mental or emotional wellbeing.
  26. News -

    We all have a mental health and wellbeing to look after.
  27. News -

    Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences of care during the menopause and perimenopause.
    We heard 314 responses to our survey between September and December 2023.
  28. News -

    'The success of Healthwatch Warwickshire is built on relationships.'
  29. Blog -

    Following our survey in 2022, we spoke to four Deaf people about what it is like for them accessing health care in and around Warwickshire. Gillian, Shane and Terry are pictured below.
  30. News -

    Find out more about this community sports charity which is running free group sessions and activities to support people with their emotional health and well-being.
  31. Advice and Information -

    Cold weather can make some health problems worse and even lead to serious complications, especially if you are older, or if you have a long-term condition.
  32. News -

    Read our report on what we have been hearing in South Warwickshire from staff and residents at Orbit properties.
  33. News -

    As the colder weather and shorter days approach, visiting a warm place to socialise could help support both our mental and physical health.
  34. News -

    On Thursday 9th November we held our Annual General meeting online via Zoom.
    The agenda for our AGM included an overview of our Annual Report from 2022 to 2023, as well as HWW’s Financial Report and appointment of auditors.
  35. Report -

    On 18 October 2023, we held a Health and Social Care Forum on the ‘State of Care in Rugby’ at Benn Hall, Rugby. There were 120 attendees who provided over 150 comments.
    Our Engagement and Outreach Officer for Rugby, Vina, is pictured welcoming people to the event.
  36. News -

    From January 2024, Healthwatch Warwickshire will be asking for ex-armed forces veterans across North Warwickshire, Nuneaton and Bedworth to tell us about your experiences of visiting GPs and other health care professionals, and taking care of your health.

    We are working with the WCC Armed Forces Covenant Officer and other partners to understand and improve access to primary care, including to physical health checks, for people who have previously served in the UK Armed Forces.
  37. News -

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