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Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

Healthwatch Herefordshire’s Diversity and Inclusion policy aspires to meet and exceed the requirements of the Equalities Act 2010. We carried out work to identify ways in which we could do this.

Healthwatch Herefordshire held another successful Herefordshire Community Partnership event on March 24th at The Kindle Centre.

Healthwatch England has launched its Your Care Your Way campaign to encourage NHS health and care service to provide communication needs are met.

The Accessible Information Standard is mandatory for all organisations that provide National Health Service (NHS) or adult social care.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below and find out answers to key questions about who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps.

Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

We published 7 reports about health and care services, 64 people shared their experiences with us and we had a reach of 509 430 across our social media channels.

During 2020- 2021 we worked with Herefordshire's Macmillan Cancer Lead and students at Hereford College of Arts to develop a cervical screening awareness campaign that was inclusive to all.

We worked in partnership with Wye Valley NHS Trust to engage with people about a wide range of aspects relating to hospital discharge.