1. Liverpool University Dental Hospital Enter and View Report - September 2014

    Report -

    View and Download the report from our Enter and View at Liverpool University Dental Hospital from September 2014

  2. Health information for Students in Liverpool

    Advice and Information -

    Here's where you can find all the information you needs to stay well while you're studying in Liverpool in 2019/20.

  3. Campaign to reassure patients that NHS is still 'Open for business'

    News -

    New findings show that four in ten people are too concerned about being a burden on the NHS to seek help from their GP. The NHS have launched a campaign to let people know that they're 'open for business' .

  4. Access to Dental Care: Online Focus Group - summary of findings

    Report -

    On November 26th 2020 we facilitated a small online focus group about Access to Dental Care. This short report summarises our finidings.

  5. NHS under more pressure – patients face longer waits

    News -

    The NHS is facing more pressure than ever, with millions of people waiting for treatment. We want to highlight three areas which your feedback tells us are particularly affected: GP access, dentists, and hospital treatment waiting times.

  6. Your care, your way – Join Healthwatch’s new campaign

    News -

    Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change.

  7. Lost for words – improving access to healthcare for ethnic minority communities

    News -

    During October and November 2021, we participated in research in partnership with Healthwatch England to gather experiences of translation services within the NHS.

  8. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

    News -

    A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. In Liverpool and many other areas, no dentists are taking on new NHS patients.

  9. The State of NHS Dentistry in Liverpool

    Report -

    Access to NHS dentistry in Liverpool is the biggest issue we hear from members of the public about. Read our report about the current situation and what changes can be made to improve the situation.

  10. New report calls for fundamental reform of NHS dental care

    News -

    A new report by MPs into dental care, which draws upon the experiences people have shared with us, has called for urgent reform so more people can access an NHS dentist.

  11. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

    Advice and Information -

    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.

  12. Help Us, Help You campaign launched

    News -

    Help to reduce the pressure on NHS services this winter by keeping these few simple messages in mind.

  13. NICE comes to Liverpool: 21st November 2018

    News -

    NICE will be holding a Public Board Meeting and Question Time session in Liverpool on Wednesday 21st November 2018.

  14. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

    News -

    Find out what's happening in Liverpool this month to encourage people to think about their lung health.

  15. Changes to Liverpool’s walk-in centre opening times

    News -

    Liverpool Community Health NHS Trust, which operates the city's four NHS walk-in centres, has announced changes to opening times.

  16. Patients advised to allow more time to park at Aintree Hospital for the next couple of weeks

    News -

    Patients going to Aintree University Hospital are being advised to allow more time to park after the top floor of the multi-storey park car was closed for repair work.

  17. Consultation about urgent care NHS services in Liverpool launched

    News -

    The NHS in Liverpool has launched a public conversation about same day health services, as part of a review of urgent care in the city.

  18. North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust rated 'Good' by CQC

    News -

    North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust has been rated as ‘good’ following its latest inspection from the healthcare regulator, Care Quality Commission (CQC), after receiving ‘requires improvement’ during its first official inspection two years ago.

  19. Our festive season opening hours

    News -

    Happy Christmas from everyone at Healthwatch Liverpool!

  20. Cervical Screening Saves Lives campaign launched

    News -

    The campaign aims to raise awareness of cervical cancer and encourage women to attend their screening.

  21. Have your say on how the NHS should change in Liverpool

    News -

    Help your local NHS invest in the right support by sharing your ideas and experiences. #WhatWouldYouDo

  22. New city-wide awareness campaign launched as part of Deaf Awareness Week

    News -

    NHS Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) is launching a new city-wide campaign aimed at improving care for patients in Liverpool with communication needs.

  23. Public invited to comment on merger of two Liverpool hospital trusts

    News -

    A series of public events have been announced where people can share their views on the proposed merger of Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

  24. Independent investigation announced into failings at Liverpool Community Health

    News -

    A new independent investigation into the serious incidents at Liverpool Community Health NHS Trust between 2010 and 2014 has been commissioned by Health Minister Stephen Hammond.

  25. Know the 5 Rights Campaign

    Advice and Information -

    As part of their work to improve local health care, NHS Liverpool CCG have been engaging with communities about their communication needs can be met.

  26. What does social isolation mean to you?

    Blog -

    In the first of a series of blog posts taking a closer look at some of the different wellbeing activities in the city, Ruth looks at the different ways communities in Liverpool are trying to combat social isolation.

  27. Nature Therapy in Liverpool #BeCalm

    Blog -

    This month's blog sees Ruth trying the Japanese therapy of Shinrin-Yoku or 'Forest Bathing' with Growing Sudley in South Liverpool.

  28. Who Cares? We do! Info, discussion and drama day with Healthwatch Liverpool

    News -

    You are invited to a day of discussion and drama! Share your thoughts on the big issues facing health and social care service users in Liverpool.

  29. Lunchtime Live Music

    Blog -

    In this month's blog, Ruth writes about some of the free lunchtime concerts taking place regularly in the city centre.

  30. Think about your health in the lead-up to Christmas

    News -

    The local NHS is urging people not to forget about their health as they make all of their last-minute preparations for Christmas this year.

  31. Have your say on Liverpool's merged hospital Trusts' values and behaviours

    News -

    Take a survey and help shape the values and behaviours for staff at Liverpool's newly merged hospital Trust.

  32. Information on Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    Read the latest advice and information from the Government, NHS England and Public Health England about the Coronavirus.

  33. Healthwatch Liverpool Coronavirus Update

    News -

    Here's some information about how we'll be operating during the Coronavirus pandemic.

  34. Wellbeing at Home

    Blog -

    In her latest blog, Ruth, who works on our Wellbeing Liverpool project has written about how she's been looking after her own wellbeing while staying at home.

  35. Information about Coronavirus - BSL

    Advice and Information -

    Sign Health, the Deaf Health Charity are producing BSL translations of important information during the Coronavirus pandemic.

  36. Walk in Centre services revised because of Coronavirus

    News -

    Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, which operates the four Liverpool NHS walk in centres, has announced changes to how it will operate during the coronavirus outbreak.

  37. Looking after your mental health during the Coronavirus pandemic

    Advice and Information -

    The current Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. We've collected some links to useful information about looking after your wellbeing.

  38. Children and Young People's mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak

    Advice and Information -

    If you're a child or young person and the current news on coronavirus is making you feel anxious, concerned or stressed, here are some links that you might find helpful.

  39. Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and resources

    Advice and Information -

    We've created a dedicated page on our website where you can go to find information and resources that you might find useful during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak

  40. What's the difference between social distancing, self-isolation and shielding?

    Advice and Information -

    Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.

  41. Contacting friends and family at Liverpool Hospitals during the Coronavirus pandemic

    News -

    While hospital visits are severely restricted during the Coronavirus pandemic Liverpool hospitals have alternative arrangements in place to help patients and their families to keep in touch.

  42. Cancer and Coronavirus

    Advice and Information -

    If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

  43. People urged not to ignore eye problems to avoid long term damage to their eye health

    News -

    A new service called COVID Urgent Eyecare Services (CUES) has been launched to support urgent eye care needs across Cheshire and Merseyside.

  44. Major new cancer hospital opens in Liverpool

    News -

    A major new hospital that will transform cancer care in a region that is one of the worst affected nationally by the disease has opened in the heart of Liverpool.

  45. New entrance at Aintree University Hospital

    News -

    Work to create a new, much larger, main entrance to Aintree University Hospital starts Monday, 2 November.

  46. Help shape the future plans of Liverpool Womens Hospital

    News -

    Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust's plan, ‘Future Generations 2016 – 2020’, is coming to an end and they are now refreshing their plans for the next 5 years and want to hear from you.

  47. Liverpool GPs begin local Covid-19 vaccinations

    News -

    Groups of GP practices in Liverpool are starting to invite people over 80 to receive the Covid-19 vaccine.