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A chance encounter in Brierley Hill town centre led to Healthwatch Dudley working with Wellington Road Community Centre to support the health and wellbeing of the elderly Asian community.

Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

The new 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.

The team worked with Midland Heart Housing Association, to establish a monthly breakfast club at Saltbrook Place, a provider of supported housing. We listened to the experiences of the residents to explore the support needed.

There is a worrying over-representation of minority ethnic young boys in the Youth Justice System (YJS) in Dudley. The Dudley Youth Justice Service Management Board asked us to explore the issue further.

From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it.

Did you know you can choose which hospital you go to when referred for a test, diagnosis, or treatment? Find out how.

NHS social prescribing link workers can connect you to the right community groups and services to help support you.

The West Midlands are seeing an increase in opioid overdose deaths. We provide advice and guidance to reduce risk of overdose.

The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital.

Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most out of your GP appointment.

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.