1. Healthy Halloween hints this half term

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    NHS Devon is sharing some helpful hints and advice on how to keep young children safe and well this October half-term.

  2. Healthwatch Quarterly Impact & Activity Report: July to Sept 2025

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    This report details our key activities for the last quarter, including how we have engaged with the public, a summary of the feedback we collected, our reports, recommendations and any outcomes or impact made.

  3. What to expect after being referred for an autism assessment

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    Autism affects people in different ways. It can bring strengths and challenges that can affect how comfortable, healthy, and happy you feel. Here's what you should expect from an autism assessment, diagnosis and getting the proper support.

  4. Looking after your mental health all year round

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    One in four people in the UK have a mental health condition. With everything going on in our daily lives, awareness of our mental health and how to care for ourselves or others is essential.

  5. Staying informed while you wait for care

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    Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be frustrating. That’s why you should get regular and accessible updates from your healthcare professionals while you wait.

  6. Healthwatch England Chief Executive steps down

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    After nearly four years in the role, the Chief Executive of our national partners Healthwatch England will be leaving her role this December.

  7. 'Stop It Now' South West Campaign Launched

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    More than 23,000 people across the South West sought support concerned about child sexual abuse in 2025 as agencies across the South West join forces with national charity to tackle online child sexual abuse

  8. Government decision on the future of Healthwatch

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    Healthwatch in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay will remain open and fully operational until at least 31 March 2027.

  9. AI in NHS care: what’s the impact, and what do people think?

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    As the Government attempts to ‘make the NHS the most AI-enabled care system in the world’, the public’s early experiences show it may be causing as many issues as it aims to solve. Read the latest blog from our national partner Healthwatch England below.