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Here you’ll find latest news about Healthwatch Derbyshire, as well as other health and social care information.

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Healthwatch is here to stay!

Plans to abolish Healthwatch England and local Healthwatch organisations have been cancelled by the Government.
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Have Your Say: Survey for Professional Home Care Workers
We’re working with Derbyshire County Council’s Public Health team to hear directly from professional home care workers about infection prevention and flu vaccinations. Their feedback will help shape future support for the workforce and the people they care for.
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Have your say on the NHS App
We're running a short survey to hear local people’s experiences with the NHS App. Your feedback will help the NHS understand what’s working well, what could be improved, and ensure the app meets people’s needs.
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Support the Petition to Protect Independent Healthwatch
A national petition, launched on 7 August 2025, calls for protecting our independent voice in health and social care so we can keep listening to people, speaking up, and making sure services are held to account.
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Annual Report 2025-2026

Annual Report 2025-2026

A very warm welcome to our latest Annual Report, that provides great insights into the work of Healthwatch Derbyshire over the past year.
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Annual Report 2025-2026Annual Report 2025-2026
A very warm welcome to our latest Annual Report, that provides great insights into the work of Healthwatch Derbyshire over the past year.
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The NHS AppThe NHS App
February 25, 2026

The NHS App

Between June and October 2025, we spoke to 650 people across Derbyshire to understand what they think about the NHS App. This includes what works well for them, and what could be improved, as well as the changes they would like to see to make it more accessible and supportive for everyone.
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Views on smoking from the people of Derby City and DerbyshireViews on smoking from the people of Derby City and Derbyshire
Between October and December 2025, we spoke to people across Derby City and Derbyshire about smoking, quitting, and awareness of local stop smoking support. The findings are being used to improve services and shape future stop smoking messaging.
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