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Accessing GP services - has anything changed?

Last year we co-designed a GP Practice Charter with local GPs and other partners. We want to know if the GP Practice Charter has improved access to GP services for local people.
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Resident Doctor Strike Action

Resident doctors (formerly known as junior doctors) begin their five-day strike tomorrow. Here's what you need to know.
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The Future of Healthwatch

Following the publication of the new NHS 10-year plan, the government announced it would transfer the work of local Healthwatch to the NHS and local authorities. Find out what this means for you.
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Enter & View Jhoots Milking Bank Pharmacy

We conducted an Enter & View visit to Jhoots Milking Bank Pharmacy. This formed part of our wider research into access to GP services, and the use of alternative primary care, such as Pharmacy First.
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Enter & View Pathways Supported Living

We conducted an Enter & View visit to Pathways, a supported living service in Dudley, highlighting residents' experiences and areas for improvement. It includes observations, feedback, and recommendations to enhance the quality of care and environment.
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