BBC analysis shows that only 3 NHS Trusts are meeting waiting times for cancer. York & Scarborough Trust is gets people on to treatment in a timely way after diagnosis, but misses 2 targets: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Feedback about local cancer services is mostly good. What's your experience?

The first report of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Emergency Care has revealed the scale of corridor care in England, and the harrowing impact it has on patients. The report, built on research compiled by RCEM through data, surveys and patient testimony, is here: rcem.ac.uk/press-rel...

Very worrying news from the BBC about ADHD assessments: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

It's York Disability Week from 29 Nov to 6 Dec and the programme of events is out. There is a lot going on, with something for everyone. Have a look at the programme and plan what you will go to: sites.google.com/view/iddpyor... #YDW25

Share your experiences of welfare assistance in York on 6 Nov 11.30am - 2.30pm at York Medical Society. It is a drop in interactive event and part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, delivered by University of York and co-produced by York residents. Book at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/breaking-d...

Our 5 Nov VoICeS meeting is about women's health, particularly experiences of long term conditions. It's 10am - 12pm, in person and on Zoom. Everything share is anonymous. Email to get the Zoom link: [email protected], or if you want to share your experience, but can't make the meeting.

The Local Welfare Safety Net project is a @lbfew.bsky.social funded collaboration of advice and research partners in York. This co-produced event will collect vital evidence about how best to support those in need of additional financial assistance so please come along and share your thoughts.

York pharmacy closures second worst in country say National Pharmacy Association www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Questions about menopause are due to be introduced into health checks from next year: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Do you think this is a good idea?

ICYMI: Why abolishing Healthwatch is a mistake and why we shouldn’t give up the fight for independent voice. localdemocracyandhealth.com/2025/09/14/d... from the rather wonderful @markgamsu.bsky.social

The #AccessibleInformation Standards are a legal requirement and commit to ensuring that services are more inclusive for all🧏 Ensure your services are compliant with these steps; - Ask  - Record - Flag - Share - Act - Review  More information on the NHS website🔗 https://bit.ly/46wcpnX #AIS

A national report highlighting one of the problems we found locally www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/seecmsfile/?.... We need better support for early menopause, and for women to be believed when they say something isn’t right…. #womenshealth

Share your experiences of welfare assistance in York on 6 Nov 11.30am - 2.30pm at York Medical Society. It is a drop in interactive event and part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, delivered by University of York and co-produced by York residents. Book at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/breaking-d...

As part of the Urgent Dental Care review in Yorkshire and the Humber, the dental team would like you to complete a short patient experience survey to better understand experiences of Urgent Dental Care. Feedback from the survey will support future dental plans. forms.office.com/e/Mgaeg0vnjN

Please do come to our event about women's health. It will be a hybrid meeting. Let us know if you want the Zoom link: [email protected] or 01904 621133.

We're joining the Retreat and others at York Explore tomorrow (11 October) for a signposting event. Come and find out more about support around mental health, neurodiversity, early parenting challenges and more.

It's world mental health day. If you live in York and need support, our mental health and wellbeing guide can let you know who can help: www.healthwatchyork.co.uk/resource-hub... Let us know if you need a paper copy and we'll put one in the post: [email protected] or 01904 621133.

It was incredibly powerful to be able to listen to people’s testimony about current mental health services and support, and what we need to reflect on going forward. With thanks to @healthwatchyork.bsky.social and the new Chief Executive at @tewv.bsky.social #York #MentalHealth For more see comment👇

It's breast cancer awareness month. Find out more, book in for screening and keep safe: www.breastcanceruk.org.uk/breast-cance...

Our next VoICeS meeting focuses on women's health, particularly long term conditions. It's on Weds 5 November, 10am - 12pm at Priory Street Centre. Share your experiences of conditions including ME/CFS, POTS, fibromyalgia, endometriosis, osteoperosis and more. All welcome, no booking needed.

Our report on unequal ageing shows that in the ten years from 2012 to 2022, the North East and Yorkshire and the Humber have seen rates of poverty among people aged 65 and over rise by 10% #OlderPersonsDay www.thenhsa.co.uk/2025/06/olde...

All GP practices now have to offer online booking for appointments: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... Many York practices already do this. What is your experience and what do you think of this new approach? Let us know: [email protected] or 01904 621133.

This event is tomorrow afternoon if you are free. Please join us, there is no need to book.

Amazing news about the first treatment for Huntington's Disease: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... This is brilliant news for everyone affected by the condition. Congratulations to everyone involved in developing the new gene therapy.

Following a Freedom of Information Request, York Press is reporting waiting times of up to a year for NHS mental health services in York: www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2548891... Let us know your experience: [email protected] or 01904 621133.

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals needs help to review the questions used in its “Mealtimes Matter” survey. Join them on 10 October at 10am at Priory Street Centre to ensure what matters most to patients is included. Email [email protected] or call 01904 621133 to book a place.

Liverpool John Moores University is looking for autistic children and young people, aged 11-18 to participate in a survey. The survey takes about 15 minutes. You can share views by writing, recording a voice note or drawing and labelling a picture. Take part at: ljmu.questionpro.eu/ImprovingAcc...

The Breathing Space – a new support group from @stleonardshospice.bsky.social – is here to support adults with life-limiting lung conditions, along with their families and carers. Sessions run monthly, alternating between in-person and online. Find out more: yorkcvs.org.uk/introducing-...

Have you used the patient transport service to get to medical appointments? We want to hear about your experiences, especially if you now can't access the service because the criteria for who is eligible has changed. Please complete our short, anonymous, survey: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/X6GOMW/

From the York Press - Rachael Maskell MP calls for public inquiry into TEWV. www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2547538... Share your experiences and ideas via our surveys here: Survey for people: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/W1DALF/ Survey for organisations: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/0WKCSY/

👉 Booking is now open for your Flu and Covid-19 vaccines if you're eligible. Go online or book via the NHS App for appointments beginning in early October.  buff.ly/qidCbiZ

Roy Lilley gets it. "A publicly funded service needs visible mechanisms for the public to be heard. Without that, trust declines and the sense of the NHS being ‘ours' diminishes." Read here: bit.ly/RoyLilley16Sep & sign the petition to save independent voice: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73...

An invitation to people in York - join us for a meeting with @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social to talk about the future of mental health services. Thursday 2 October at Priory Street Centre, 1.30-3.30pm.

Thanks to @sianberry.bsky.social for tabling this EDM edm.parliament.uk/early-day-mo.... Hope other MPs will support this much-needed debate on why, for many, independent voice in health and care is vital. #localhealthwatch #independentvoice @rachaelmaskell.bsky.social @lukecharters.bsky.social

Great news in @yorkpress.bsky.social about a new diagnostics service at @ysteachingnhs.bsky.social: www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2544537... It will cut down on delays and allow patients affected by cancers in the digestive system or pancreatitis to be seen in York, rather travelling to Leeds or Hull.

The #NHS10YearPlan will determine health services in England over the next decade. If unpaid carers aren't identified, respected, and supported in this, the consequences will be felt in every hospital, clinic and community service. Read our new report: https://go.carersuk.org/NHS-report

Great to see that Martha's Rule is being rolled out across acute hospitals in England. It is so important that there is a way for family (and staff) to raise concerns about someone's care: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Thanks to everyone who has signed already. If you haven't yet, and you value independent voice in health and care, please click on the link and add your name. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/73... #yourvoicematters #independencematters

Your local NHS spends £330 million+ on medicines every year? £26 million is wasted on unused repeat prescriptions. Before you reorder medicines, check what you've already got and only order if you're running low — you can always get more when you need it. letsgetbetter.co.uk/yourmeds/

Worrying news on ITV about the financial pressures on local pharmacies leading some owners to remortgage their homes to cover costs. Find out more at: www.itv.com/watch/news/p... Read the full report at: cpe.org.uk/wp-content/u...

We know finding time to look after your own health and wellbeing can be challenging when caring. Our Carers Active Hub has a range of resources and ides for way to get moving in a way that suits you: https://go.carersuk.org/3AaF5VG

Getting the shingles vaccine could lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke by as much as 20%, according to the first study of its kind.

Years of underinvestment leaving many local pharmacies on the brink. Thanks to ITV for this clip and @pharmaj.bsky.social for the article. www.itv.com/watch/news/p...

📊SURVEY! Have you used the Access to Work scheme over the past two years? The Disability Poverty Campaign Group is running a survey on your experiences of Access to Work and what support you've received. Fill it in here! 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/CK7FPTW

Do you have a question about how health or social care services work? Check out our website for advice. www.healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-i...

Our work is referenced in a report from University of York's Administrative Fairness Lab exploring how to improve GP appointment booking processes. It's thought provoking and highlights health inequalities and challenges GPs face in trying to do more with less. www.researchgate.net/publication/...

Our NEW website is LIVE! 💜💬 Check it out: livedinsights.org A special thank you to @onetoonedevtrust.bsky.social for their fantastic work, support, and guidance throughout the process. We couldn’t be happier with the final result! Please explore, share, and let us know what you think!

Thanks for all your messages of support following the news about #Healthwatch being abolished.     A national petition calls on the government to keep patient voice independent and involve the public in what that looks like.     If this matters to you please sign & share: https://bit.ly/HWPetition25

Do you want better NHS services in your area? Whether you want to see improvements to the food in hospitals or a change opening hours, your feedback can improve care in your local services. Share your experience today. www.healthwatch.co.uk/have-your-say

Healthwatch North Yorkshire wants women (40–60) to take a short survey about views and experiences with alcohol: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/alcohol1/ The insights from responses will lead to recommendations that inform service design and improve access to appropriate, women-centred support.