Today is your LAST CHANCE to tell us what happened when your hospital discharge didn't go well, or took longer than it needed to.

By sharing, you help us to highlight what would make hospital discharge better.

Tell us your story via the link below.
https://bit.ly/4qolIyr

Our new research shows that choice remains one of the weakest aspects of the GP experience. Read the key findings and actions for the NHS: https://bit.ly/4y4W2sU

New figures show NHS dental teams delivered more treatment across England last year. But what does this really mean for people's access to care? Our new blog reveals more: https://bit.ly/4hysk9m

Just one week left to share your experience of hospital discharge.

If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better.

Take our survey to tell us more: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr

Did you miss our blog on how people choose to contact their GP surgery? Learn about what affects people's preferences: https://bit.ly/3Vgfmpw

Happy FrEYEday!
Looking after your eyes is important.
Stay hydrated, get quality sleep, spend time outdoors, remove eye make-up, relax with a warm compress, ensure good eye hygiene. #VisionMatters #EyeWeek

Did you feel ready to be discharged from the hospital?

If you left hospital in the last 12 months, we want to learn what happened – and what could have gone better.

Take our survey to tell us more. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/

Dementia will affect one in two of us – either by developing it or caring for someone we love.

This World Alzheimer’s Month, Dementia UK is reminding everyone affected by dementia about how they can get support.

Visit their website to learn more.
https://bit.ly/4xEOfSi

Our new research shows people are still facing barriers to contacting GPs. Some said their GP practice doesn’t offer phone contact, while others weren’t aware they could use the NHS App.

Read our calls to action to make GP access better https://bit.ly/4iBzMD8

Improving access to GP primary care is a key part of the Government’s 2025 NHS 10 Year Health Plan.

But how satisfied are people with contacting their GP and what factors shape the choices they make when seeking care?
Find out in our new blog https://bit.ly/4iBzMD8

Earlier this year, we analysed the mental health care experiences of children, young people and their families.

We need better joined-up working across the NHS, schools, care and the voluntary sector to address key issues in this vital service.
https://bit.ly/4vfhFWM

It's Organ Donation Week!

This week, learn more about organ donation and how to register as a donor.

Visit NHS Blood and Transport's website to learn more. https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk/

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing a set of goals to improve care for people living with noncommunicable diseases, which are responsible for roughly 74% of all deaths globally.

Find out more https://bit.ly/4iYccAq

Responding to the Thirlwall Inquiry report, our acting Chief Executive reiterated our long-held position of the need for an open and responsive NHS culture across all services, not just in pockets of the country.
https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/response/2026-09-16/thirlwall-inquiry-report-our-response

Was the right support in place when you left hospital?

If you've stayed in hospital overnight in the last 12 months, we want to know what it was like when you were discharged.

Tell us more by clicking on the link below. https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/

Are you a carer? Do you look after someone who had a bad hospital discharge in the last year?

We want to learn more about what happened.

Share your story by clicking on the link below.
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/

The National Commission for AI Regulation has published its recommendations on how AI should be used in the NHS. We urge the government to adopt these safeguards and involve patient bodies in the final decisions on the protections needed. Read our response https://bit.ly/4gYQhqb

How has delayed hospital discharge affected you?

We want to learn more, so we can help people get the support they need to continue their recovery at home.

Take our survey to tell us about your experience: https://bit.ly/4qolIyr

How has delayed hospital discharge affected you?

We want to learn more, so we can help people get the support they need to
continue their recovery at home.

Take our survey to tell us about your experience.
https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/hwehospitaldischarge/

The Bank Holiday on Monday 31 August means some services in your area might not operate as normal. Our advice article tells you what help is available out of hours: https://bit.ly/4edWajH