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Accessibility to healthcare can vary significantly based on the needs of the individual.
Stammer is one of the biggest challenges in accessing healthcare services.
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How Healthwatch addresses Health inequalities
Healthwatch has adopted a more structured approach to help those most affected by differences in the provision of and access to health and social care.
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Supporting joined up and equal social and health care provision and access
Healthwatch Medway work to improve the experience of being a Medway resident regarding social needs, health and wellbeing.
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Primary care work
In May, Healthwatch England shared their initial response to the Government's Primary Care recovery plan and what it would mean for you and your loved ones.
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Heroic individuals and organisations working within our Mental Health Community
At the end of last month, organised by both Healthwatch Kent & Healthwatch Medway, 200 guests came together to celebrate the best in health & social care.
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Support during pregnancy and when caring for those under 5 years old
The theme this month is about support during pregnancy and when caring for those under 5years old which you can download at the bottom of the page.
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The Healthwatch Recognition Awards 2026
Healthwatch Recognition Awards – Back for Our 5th Year!
We’re thrilled to announce that the Healthwatch Recognition Awards are back for their…
We’re thrilled to announce that the Healthwatch Recognition Awards are back for their…
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The Healthwatch Recognition Awards Podcast
Healthwatch Kent and Medway are proud to present our new joint podcast!
Have a listen and we hope it inspires you to start thinking…
Have a listen and we hope it inspires you to start thinking…
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Healthwatch Kent and Healthwatch Medway annual Recognition Awards evening return for the third year.
This annual awards evening aims to recognise and celebrate the people, innovations and collaborations that listen to the public and deliver…
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Latest reports and publication
The Hidden Workforce: What Life Is Really Like for Carers in Medway
Every day across Medway, thousands of people step in to care for someone they love. They support partners, parents, children, friends and neighbours — often without recognition, without pay, and without a break.
We spoke to 45 carers to understand what life is really like behind the closed doors of our caring community. Here’s what they told us.
We spoke to 45 carers to understand what life is really like behind the closed doors of our caring community. Here’s what they told us.
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What are Rainham residents concerns?
We spoke with 40 Rainham residents to understand how where they live affects their health and wellbeing. This is part of our Building Blocks of Life series exploring the wider factors that shape people’s daily lives. Residents shared what they love about their area, the challenges they face, and the changes they’d like to see. Their voices will help health and care services, as well as local partners, make improvements across Medway. This webpage summarises what we heard.
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