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. The impact of having ADHD and Autism

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    ADHD and autism are two neurodiversity conditions that present in contrasting ways. In Healthwatch England's recent research they heard from people who were diagnosed with, or suspected they had, both conditions. They talked to Healthwatch England about the impact of being diagnosed with both conditions.