News and reports

In the week commencing 14th April, the Care Quality Commission has published 1 reports on health and social care services in Barnsley following inspections.

New research reveals costs of additional eye care services are likely to deter some people from visiting opticians altogether.

Following your feedback, we have been working with Royal Mail and a coalition of NHS and patient organisations to ensure vital NHS communications are delivered on time.

At Healthwatch Barnsley we've been busy putting a document together about GP services and how they work?

In the past week, the Care Quality Commission has published 2 reports on health and social care services in Barnsley following inspections.

When we were deciding on our priorities for 2024/25 we asked the public what services they thought we should concentrate on, and Adult Social Care came in the top three.

Many people could benefit from end-of-life care, but access to and quality of this care can be variable. We look at what matters most to dying people and their relatives or carers.

The Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced today that he will bring the NHS back under the control of ministers by abolishing NHS England.

Many people who provide unpaid care are unaware of their rights. If you're an unpaid carer, find out more about the help and support you are entitled to.

Healthwatch England are asking about your experience of referral for specialist treatment. Has your GP referred you for an assessment or treatment at a hospital or community clinic? Share your story.

Williams Syndrome is a rare congenital disorder that occurs randomly and affects around one in 18,000 people in the UK.

In the past week, the Care Quality Commission has published 2 reports on health and social care services in Barnsley following inspections.