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Why do we need to collect demographic information when you share your views with us?

When you share your views with us, we ask for demographic information such as your gender, sexual orientation, age, and ethnicity. Here's why we collect this information, and what we use it for.

Advice and Information

NHS patient data sharing scheme explained

Plans to collect patient data to understand more about viruses and other conditions for planning and research have been delayed. The NHS wants to work with key organisations like Healthwatch so people understand who will use this data and why.

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Winterbourne View 10 years on: Supporting those with learning disabilities to stay safe and well

People with learning disabilities are still at risk of dying unnecessarily and receive poorer care – 10 years on from the abuse suffered at Winterbourne View.

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Bristol Prioritisation Panel May 2021 - minutes

On the 5th of May 2021, our Prioritisation Panel came together to discuss the health and social care issues you've raised, and what Healthwatch Bristol can do to bring about change.

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Stories of pain no gain in dental crisis

Feedback from Bristol patients has been used to show the crisis in NHS dental care which helped inform a Parliamentary debate.

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Pharmacy spotlight: Ade Williams, Bedminster Pharmacy

Ade Williams, multi award-winning pharmacist at Bedminster Pharmacy in Bristol, spoke to Healthwatch Bristol about what pharmacies can offer, and how they can help take the pressure off GPs and A&E departments.

Advice and Information

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Bristol chosen to become an ‘accelerator site’ in NHS mission to tackle waiting lists

Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos will receive a share of £160 million in an NHS plan to test new ways of reducing the elective care waiting lists post Covid-19.

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Our survey to help improve bladder and bowel care features in national showcase

Healthwatch Bristol is delighted that our work with Bristol Health Partners on how easy it was for people to get help from bladder and bowel services during Covid-19 has been included in a national research portfolio.

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Healthwatch BNSSG's decision making policy (Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire)

Healthwatch Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) are committed to putting people first. Our 'Decision making: policy and procedures for all staff, board and volunteers' sets how we do this.

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Support for black and ethnic pregnant women after research finds they often receive lower quality of care

A new team has been set up in Bristol to ensure pregnant women understand the latest information and guidance and it is made available in languages spoken by the women served by local maternity units.

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The public agenda for our next Prioritisation Panel on May 5

See how we work out the main health and care priorities for Bristol from your feedback. Our meeting at 11.30am on May 5 is where we action your comments or concerns with providers to ensure what you tell us makes a difference.

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New guide on Bristol Muslims to boost understanding of all cultures

A new guide has been produced by the Bristol Muslim Strategic Leadership Group and the city council to develop and strengthen Muslim communities in Bristol by sharing information and celebrating differences in local culture.

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