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Alongside Taurus Healthcare, we wanted to understand how an enhanced access service for general practice could offer even more flexibility and availability for appointments both in and out of GP hours.

Healthwatch has helped NHS England and NHS Improvement understand people’s current experiences of accessing dental care in Herefordshire and their thoughts about future commissioning plans.

Healthwatch Herefordshire's Annual Report details what the team has been up to over the past year and the challenges that it's faced.

We published 4 reports about the improvements people would like to see to health and social care services, set up the Herefordshire Community Partnership, gained a reach of 252,900 across social media channels, and provided 188 people with information and advice.

Confused about Long Covid? Find out the common symptoms and how to get support.

Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

We engaged with over 675 people to gather opinions on a new approach to dental commissioning and identify key areas of importance in accessing dental care.

We conducted semi-structured interviews with GPs/GP practice staff from Hereford Medical Group, community pharmacy teams, and patients to evaluate the Community Pharmacy Consultation Service (CPCS).

Alongside our primary care networks, we undertook a piece of work to research what effective management of Type 2 diabetes looks like.

It's so important that you feel supported as a new parent. Read the article below to find out where you can go to get the help you need.

Take a look at our advice article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.