1. Living with Multiple Sclerosis in Devon and Torbay

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    People living with Multiple Sclerosis in Devon and Torbay reported inconsistent care, with key issues around diagnosis, treatment delays, communication, and ongoing support. The report calls for standardised diagnostic processes, faster treatment starts, annual reviews, and research into regional disparities in MS care.

  2. New Report Reveals Mixed Patient Experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary

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    Today we published a new report exploring patient and carer experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary (REI) at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. Based on feedback from 59 people, the findings highlight a clear divide in experience between patients with good vision and those living with sight loss or additional vulnerabilities.

  3. Patient Experience of using the Royal Eye Infirmary Report

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    Our report exploring patient and carer experiences at the Royal Eye Infirmary (REI) at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. Based on feedback from 59 people, the findings highlight a clear divide in experience between patients with good vision and those living with sight loss or additional vulnerabilities.

  4. What are parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities telling us?

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    Parents across England are speaking up about the challenges they face getting the right specialist support for their children and how families are often left struggling to get the care their children deserve. Read the latest blog from our national partners Healthwatch England below.

  5. AI and algorithms in healthcare – what are the risks and opportunities for the NHS?

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    Our national partner Healthwatch Enlgnad's latest research shows that while most men turn to the NHS most often for information on staying healthy, one in five are now using platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube and almost one in 10 are using Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots. Read the latest Healthwatch England blog below.

  6. Men's Health: How to improve health outcomes, knowledge and behaviours

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    Our national partner Healthwatch England's latest research shows the barriers that men face when seeking care.

  7. One in seven patients stuck in a GP referrals ‘black hole’

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    One in seven patients who have been referred by their GP are stuck waiting for specialist care due to GP referrals being delayed, lost, or rejected. Read the latest research from our national partners Healthwatch England below.

  8. GP online booking changes – what this means for local people

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    A national debate has begun about the safety of expanded GP online booking. This follows new rules that came in on 1 October, which require all GP practices to keep their online appointment system open from 8am–6.30pm.