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We hear from children and young people
Children and young people from across Kent & Medway have talked to us about their experience of using health and social care services.
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Help turn the national NHS plan into a Kent & Medway vision
You’ve probably heard about the NHS Long Term Plan in the news.
The Long Term Plan is a national vision for our health services over the next 10 years.
The Long Term Plan is a national vision for our health services over the next 10 years.
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Feedback from people with Asthma
Today we chatted with people about what it is like to have Asthma and how things could be improved
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Healthwatch Kent shortlisted for national award
We've been nominated for a national award in recognition of the work we've done to ensure the challenges that people with additional communication needs face when attending a hospital appointment is heard and understood by decision makers.
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Who is hearing your thoughts on Care homes?
Kent and Medway Quality Surveillance Group came together last week asking the question, where do you share your experiences about care homes?
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Our volunteers make improvements at Darent Valley Hospital
Our volunteers in North Kent had a very positive morning at Darent Valley Hospital this month talking to 25 people about their experiences of the Emergency Department.
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Healthwatch Kent comments on the CQC rating of South East Coast Ambulance Service
The Care Quality Commission has announced today that the ambulance service, which serves Kent, has been rated as ‘Good’ and the Trust will now exit Special Measures.
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Urgent care in Dartford, Gravesham & Swanley is going to change. Get involved
A formal public consultation has been launched this month to decide the location of a new Urgent Treatment Centre in Dartford, Gravesham & Swanley area.
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Help the NHS improve services for children and young people
We recently spoke to nearly 300 people in Kent about children and young people’s services. Now the NHS is seeking people to get involved and help shape health and social care services for young people across Kent.
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What is Extra Care Housing?
Extra care Housing is spreading around Kent's towns but what exactly is it?
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Patient feedback drives improvements for partially sighted patients in Maidstone
Partially sighted patients will now find it easier to attend an appointment at Maidstone Hospital thanks to feedback from patients.
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