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What can the Pharmacy First scheme do for you?
The Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.
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Healthwatch Wakefield launches new digital health and care project
Digital is becoming an increasingly important part of the way we access health and care. From using the NHS App and booking GP appointments to accessing information and attending appointments online, digital services can offer people more choice and…
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New report highlights transport barriers stopping people getting to NHS appointments
Our new snapshot report reveals how changes to the NHS Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service have made it harder for some people to get to vital…
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New report shines a light on the voices of professional care workers across Wakefield District
Professional care workers are one of the largest, most skilled and least visible parts of our health and care system. Every day, they help people…
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Speaking up for better care
Healthwatch Wakefield Annual Report highlights a year of listening, influencing, and improving care.
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Latest reports and publication
Snapshot Report on Non Emergency Patient Transport Services
Our new snapshot report reveals how changes to the NHS Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service have made it harder for some people to get to vital healthcare appointments.
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Real voices, real impact in April, May, and June
We’ve published our latest quarterly impact report, highlighting how people’s experiences are helping to shape improvements in health and social care services across our district.
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