Patient safety incident reporting

We’re proud that we help members of the public every week through our information engagement works and the support we provide people both in-person and via our helpline. Here are two recent examples:

Would you know what to do in case of a stroke? Healthwatch Newcastle volunteer Rajan Nair has some useful information to share.

Have you ever noticed a headache, a new mole or a strange sensation and before long you are searching online becoming convinced it could be something serious? Even after receiving reassurance from the doctor the worry may persist. If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing health anxiety.