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The cost of living is having a detrimental impact on people's decisions about healthcare. But if you are disabled, on benefits or aged 18-24, you're more likely to avoid vital health services due to fear of extra costs. We set out immediate actions.

Healthwatch Coventry Steering Group agrees priorities for our work

Professor David Croisdale-Appleby has been appointed as the new Chair of Healthwatch England

The Government has taken steps to crack down on rogue firms targeting children with free samples of vapes.

Read findings from work with Young Beacons to hear experiences from diverse people about NHS services.

Find out more about what will be discussed at our Steering Group meeting.

Read our findings, recommendations and the actions taken as a result.

New NHS plan to tackle the 8am rush for GP appointments and make it easier for patients to get the help they need

Read our findings, recommendations and actions resulting from our visit to Victoria Mews care home.

Women eligible for lower HRT prescription costs

Latest Healthwatch research follows people's experiences of getting a GP referral finding the process is long and often confusing for many

Read about difference we have made over 10 years and watch our new video.