1. ADHD diagnosis life-changing but long waits on the NHS need urgent action

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    New poll of 2,579 adults in England highlights that attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis can change people’s lives. Yet long waits for assessments put people with suspected ADHD off seeking professional care.

  2. How accessible is your healthcare?

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    People who have a sensory impairment or a learning disability continue to face difficulty communicating with services. Read our latest blog.

  3. Public feedback helps change dementia care

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    A new approach to care is making dementia support better for people in Suffolk, after those with the condition, their families and carers shared their experiences with Healthwatch Suffolk.

  4. Launching Healthwatch North Northamptonshire

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    Support Northamptonshire wins Healthwatch contract for North Northamptonshire

  5. Government to expand cervical screening access through NHS App

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    The Government has announced measures to improve women's experiences with cervical screening. Booking screening should be easier, and lower-risk people will attend fewer appointments. Read our response.

  6. Healthwatch England's response to the NHS-10 Year Plan

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    The Government has published its NHS 10-Year Health Plan for England. Read our response.

  7. What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis

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    Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps to take next can help you or a loved one process the diagnosis and plan for the future.

  8. Resident doctors strike: Wednesday 17 December to Monday 22 December 2025

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    The British Medical Association (BMA) have announced that Resident Doctor’s (previously known as Junior Doctors) are taking industrial action between 7am on Wednesday 17 December 2025 and 7am on Monday 22 December 2025.

  9. How to get a flu vaccine

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    According to the Guardian, the past week has seen an average of 2,660 patients a day in an NHS hospital bed with flu. A significant increase from 1,717 last week. By comparison, in the same week last year the number of patients in hospital with flu stood at 1,861, compared with 402 in 2023.

  10. What to do if you have flu

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    As the number of flu cases rise, we have put together some useful information so you are aware of how you can take care of yourself this holiday season and also when to seek medical attention.