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This report explores the accessibility of the NHS App and the 'Patients Know Best' personal health record (accessed through the app) for individuals with visual impairments, learning disabilities, and dyslexia.

The Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire (HWNN) Annual Report for 2022-23 outlines its commitment to championing the voices of local communities in health and social care.

This study investigated people’s experiences of local maternity services in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. This included maternity experiences related to care by both Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) and Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (SFH).

Following conversations with GPs from the Place-Based Partnership and the Local Medical Committee, we aimed to gain a clearer understanding of people's experiences with GP services. To do this, we conducted a mixed-methods survey across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, gathering both quantitative and qualitative data to better understand what was working well for patients.

GP surgeries are a vital first point of contact for patients. However, many people still face difficulties accessing the care they need, particularly in booking appointments and finding clear, accessible information online. We conducted a review of 144 GP websites across the region to assess the availability of essential information related to appointments and Covid-19 guidance. This report highlights key findings and offers recommendations for improving website content to ensure equitable access to care for all patients.

The Healthwatch Nottingham and Nottinghamshire (HWNN) Annual Report 2021-2022 details the organisation’s efforts to engage with communities, amplify patient voices, and improve local health and social care services.

A crisis in NHS dental care has left many patients in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire struggling to access appointments, leading to pain, worsening oral health, and financial hardship.

Over the past year, Healthwatch Nottingham & Nottinghamshire has played a crucial role in amplifying the voices of our communities amidst the challenges of COVID-19.

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