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What the Dash review means for Healthwatch – and why we’re still here
Earlier this month, the Government accepted a recommendation to abolish all 150+ local Healthwatch organisations across England – including us here at Healthwatch Halton.
The change isn’t law yet. And until it is, we’re still here –…
The change isn’t law yet. And until it is, we’re still here –…
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Parents urged to keep children safe from measles outbreak
A recent increase in measles cases locally is putting children and young people at risk. Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus which can infect anyone who isn’t immune. Symptoms can be severe, and there is no specific treatment for measles.…
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Deaf and hard of hearing people's healthcare experiences
It's important that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can get information in an accessible way. But feedback suggests not all services are complying with key legislation.
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Share your feedback to improve care in your community
‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.
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What people told us: Latest Listening Events at St Helens and Whiston Hospitals
Patients and visitors at St Helens and Whiston Hospitals have shared their experiences of care as part of Healthwatch Halton’s latest Listening…
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Decision made on proposed changes to fertility treatment policies in Cheshire and Merseyside
Following a recent public consultation, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board (ICB) has approved a proposal to introduce a single…
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How the NHS in Cheshire and Merseyside is bringing health services closer to home.
NHS teams in Cheshire and Merseyside are transforming the way healthcare is delivered in the region by bringing services closer to communities.
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Latest reports and publication
Listening Events Report – St Helens and Whiston Hospitals (August–November 2025)
This report summarises what people told us during our Listening Events at St Helens Hospital and Whiston Hospital between August and October 2025. A total of 59 people took part — most of them patients — sharing their views about care, communication, waiting times and hospital facilities.
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Ferndale Mews
Healthwatch Halton carried out an Enter & View visit to Ferndale Mews Care Home in Widnes in September 2025. Our team spent time talking with residents, relatives and staff to understand how people are supported and to see what’s working well, as well as where things could be improved.
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