1. Loneliness and social isolation in young people report released

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    In March 2022 HWG and HWN launched a survey to gather young people’s views and general experiences of loneliness and social isolation.

  2. The Accessible Information Standard – “Your Care Your Way”

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    Join the Your Care Your Way campaign

  3. Supporting effective GP patient participation groups

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    It has been a contractual requirement for each GP practice since April 2016 to have an active and involved Patient Participation Group (PPG).

  4. Colonoscopy confidence

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    We know some people feel anxious or worried when they’re told they need a colonoscopy but it’s important to have this test if you’re referred. Bowel Cancer UK has launched the Colonoscopy Confidence campaign to explain what a colonoscopy is, why it matters and encourage people to attend their appointment.

  5. Patient safety incident reporting

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    Did you know members of the public can now report patient safety incidents directly to the NHS’s National Reporting and Learning System (NRLS)?

  6. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

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    With living costs on the rise, Healthwatch England’s new findings show that health inequalities are widening as people in every part of the country struggle to pay for dental care.