🚨 Sign our national petition calling on the government to review the decision to abolish local Healthwatch: . We need independent services that give the public a voice in health and social care.

Today, we’ve published an open letter to the Secretary of State - signed by 131 local Healthwatch - urging the government to reconsider proposals that would bring public voice functions under the control of local authorities and NHS bodies. Find out more:

When did you last check your blood pressure? Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and find out why blood pressure matters: You could have high blood pressure without any symptoms - and that can increase your risk of stroke or heart disease.

Last year, we supported more than 7000 people to have their say and get information about their care. Our annual report highlights all the ways we've used your feedback to improve local health and social care services, plus our plans for the year ahead 👉

RT @BSW_Together: We've been at the @RUHBath today with Camile and Sue from Healthwatch, finding out why people attended A&E this afternoon….

RT @NHSBSWICB: Have you visited A&E recently?. Over the next three months we are working with Healthwatch and our hospitals to find why peo….

Screen. Vaccinate. Eliminate. The HPV vaccine is available for free on the NHS for all girls under 25, and boys born after 1 September 2006. Be part of the generation that can eliminate cervical cancer. #EliminationGeneration

Do you care for someone aged 18 or over?. We want to know what it's like for unpaid carers when someone rejects being given care. We're also interested in what's like to access care on behalf of someone else. Complete our short survey:

"I think it's great when it works. I also think it excludes vulnerable groups.". The NHS is encouraging online access across many service areas. What does this digital push means for patients?. Read our latest report:

Last couple of days to add your feedback about this important service .@BathMind @bathnes @AWPNHS.

Need a helping hand to quit ? .Check out what help is available here . @bathnes.

Have you feedback you'd like to share confidentially about health or social care services ? .We want to understand your experiences so they can help make a difference to the care you receive. Get in touch here . or call on 01225 232 401

Coming up next Tuesday at the One Stop shop on Manvers Street . @banes3sg @JulianHouseUK @bathnes.

RT @UKHSA: Norovirus activity has increased again. 📈. Norovirus is incredibly infectious, so if you’re feeling unwell stay home for 48 hour….

📢Have you used NHS Talking Therapies? . Share your experience of pre-assessment (triage) to help shape NICE guidance. All responses are anonymous. Survey takes about 15 mins .Closes: Midday Friday 7 Feb. #MentalHealth .@NICEComms @banes3sg @bathnes

Looking forward to joining the Volunteer Fair at Bath Central library on 12 February. Maybe see you there !. @banes3sg @bathnes

Cervical screening tests aren’t always easy. During #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek, The Eve Appeal are sharing tips and adaptations that you can ask for to make your appointment more comfortable:

Don't put off attending your cervical screening - check out this advice for an easier appointment .#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek . @banes3sg @bathnes.

Find your Healthwatch Bath & NES news, including Winter health advice & resources, opportunities for getting involved and our latest reports here: .Your Healthwatch Bath & NES news update for Winter 2025. @bathnes @banes3sg @CarersCentre1

Had your invite for a smear test ? Make it a priority to go . #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek .@banes3sg @bathnes.