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Joint Healthwatch Response to Latest CQC Report on Newcastle…
Following on from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) reports on Newcastle Upon Tyne NHS Hospital Trust.…
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Have your say about health and social care services in Newcastle…
Healthwatch Newcastle and Healthwatch Gateshead are here to help make local health and care services better…
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Committee meeting – Healthwatch Newcastle
Minutes of committee meeting held on 08 November 2023
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The Impact of Winter Pressures and the Cost of Living 2022-2023
The sudden rise in energy prices and accompanying increase in…
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Advice and information
The Diabetes Epidemic in the UK: Unveiling the 5 Million Milestone
In a groundbreaking revelation, the latest report from Diabetes UK has sent shockwaves through the nation's healthcare landscape. The number of…
How to get the most out of your GP appointment
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 of your GP…
What is menopause and what are the signs?
With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, it can help to know what to look out…
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