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A message to our community: Healthwatch Derbyshire's future

Last week, national media reported that the Healthwatch network in England are set to close, including Healthwatch Derbyshire. Our Chief Executive, Helen Henderson, has shared a response to this unexpected announcement. While we await further details, our commitment to championing the voices of local people remains unchanged. Click to read the full message.
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"We urge everyone to take part in the consultation and have their say. This is your opportunity to send a clear message about the rights you hold most dear." - Louise Ansari, CEO, Healthwatch Englandhealth watch derbyshire reports stacked in a blue background
Have your say on new rights for patients
The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.
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Share your views on NHS Health Checks in Derbyshire
Derbyshire County Council are wanting to learn more about your views on NHS Health Checks, for people aged 40-75.
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Parents, tell us what you think about flu vaccines for your children
Parents and guardians, your voice matters! We want to know more about your decision to give your children the flu vaccine, and if there’s any barriers which might stop you vaccinating your little ones.
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My Voice Counts

My Voice Counts

We spoke to young people with autism about their experiences of health and care services in Derbyshire. Their honest feedback is helping shape more inclusive, accessible support across the county.
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My Voice CountsMy Voice Counts
July 11, 2025

My Voice Counts

We spoke to young people with autism about their experiences of health and care services in Derbyshire. Their honest feedback is helping shape more inclusive, accessible support across the county.
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Working Together to Improve Hospital DischargeWorking Together to Improve Hospital Discharge
We’ve launched a set of resources to highlight people’s experiences of hospital discharge, and how we can improve them. Explore Pam’s Story, a fictional comic based on real feedback, download our Move to Improve sheet with simple movements to help people recover at home, and our Working Together guide. Plus, read our latest report on what people told us, and what needs to change.
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Views on smoking from people living in housing association homesViews on smoking from people living in housing association homes
In early 2025, people living in housing association homes shared their views on stop smoking messaging, and the free NHS stop smoking service. We wanted to learn more about what stop-smoking messaging was the most impactful to help shape stop-smoking campaigns in Derbyshire.
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