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Women have a wide variety of experiences when accessing healthcare. However, a majority of women found that healthcare professionals were not listening or respecting them. There are several reasons that have been reported for these issues. -
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In February 2023, Kent and Medway ICB and Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT) launched a public consultation on Health Based Places of Safety. These are the facilities KMPT provides for adults needing emergency care and assessment under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act. -
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While for many of us Christmas is a time for celebration and spending time with our loved ones, sadly that is not the case for all of us. -
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Each January multiple awareness raising campaigns are running, some focused on specific weeks or days. -
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This is a week to raise awareness of Cervical cancer, the screening programmes that currently take place and the vaccination programme designed to greatly reduce cases in the future. -
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Each February multiple awareness raising campaigns are running, some focused on specific weeks or days. -
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This year Healthwatch Medway is looking at heath inequalities in Medway. -
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Healthwatch Kent and Healthwatch Medway are pleased to announce the return of its annual Recognition Awards evening, now in its third year. -
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This year Healthwatch Medway is looking at heath inequalities in Medway. -
Healthwatch Kent and Healthwatch Medway annual Recognition Awards evening return for the third year.
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This annual awards evening aims to recognise and celebrate the people, innovations and collaborations that listen to the public and deliver successful projects and programmes across Kent and Medway. -
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21 Medway and Swale community organisations and 9 Medway and Swale PPGs were invited to take part in the first Medway and Swale Health and Care Partnership Insight Gathering Network survey. -
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As many of you are aware we work closely with Mental Health Voice (MHV) and the 4 Local Mental Health Networks (LMHNs) based around each Health and Care Partnership area. -
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Read Kent and Medway Safeguarding Adults Board's 2022/23 annual report, acknowledging the large range of work done to safeguard vulnerable people who may be at risk across Kent and Medway. -
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In 2020, Healthwatch Medway reported on difficulties in accessing healthcare experienced by the D/deaf community. In 2022 Healthwatch Medway shared a report prepared by Healthwatch England that showed that the Accessible Information Standard, a legal requirement created by NHS England in 2016, was still being compromised in Medway for the d/Deaf community. -
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In March, Healthwatch Medway has been in Gillingham and have been speaking to locals to find out what the major issues are in their communities. -
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This year Healthwatch Medway is looking at heath inequalities in Medway. -
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Looking for ways to keep fit and stay active? Not sure what is available in your area?
This is a resource pack for Medway residents, including information about local groups and advice on how to stay healthy. -
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This year Healthwatch Medway is making their way around all areas of Medway speaking to residents about what they like and dislike about their area.
In May we have been in Rochester. -
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This year Healthwatch Medway is making their way around all areas of Medway speaking to residents about what they like and dislike about their area.
In June we have been in Strood. -
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Welcome to our 2023-2024 annual report -
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In this helpful article we have compiled a list of wellbeing and mental health support services for children and young people. If you are struggling, looking for support or just wanting to find what is available in your local area for health and wellbeing support, you're in the right place! -
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Let us know your feedback for health and social care services, either as a Kent or Medway resident. -
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This article will be discussing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), what is it and where you can get local support for breathing conditions in the area. -
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Healthwatch Kent and Medway are proud to present our new joint podcast!
Have a listen and we hope it inspires you to start thinking about which impactful projects and inspiring individuals you would like to nominate for the Kent & Medway Healthwatch Recognition Awards 2025. -
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A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect. -
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We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP. -
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The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services? -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment. -
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The Public Health team at Medway Council are asking people who live in Medway about their wellbeing in order to help them to improve local services. -
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Find out more about how we collect, process and store data. -
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Find out what Healthwatch has done to better understand people's experiences of social care services and what can be done to help people plan better for their future care needs. -
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