1. All the latest from us

    News -

    Catch up on what we've been working on this month.

  2. All Plan B restrictions to be lifted from 27 January

    News -

    Find out more about the easing of restrictions.

  3. Make a difference to health and care services by joining our Board

    News -

    Healthwatch Wiltshire is looking for people with a passion for health and social care services to join its Local Leadership Board.

  4. Last few days for Devizes residents to have their say on town's new health centre

    News -

    Devizes Health Centre will be one of the region’s first integrated care centres with several organisations coming together to provide a range of health services from one building.

  5. Mobile vaccination teams out in force as walk-in Covid-19 vaccine clinics pop up across the region

    News -

    Extra walk-in Covid-19 vaccination clinics are being stood up across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire to help more adults receive the lifesaving vaccine.

  6. Catch up on our news

    News -

    Our latest round-up of news and information for February 2022.

  7. Your care, your way – join Healthwatch’s new campaign

    News -

    Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change.

  8. Government confirms plan for ‘Living With Covid’

    News -

    Local people are being asked to take a cautious approach after all remaining legal restrictions are to be removed by 24 February.

  9. Report highlights lack of support services for young LGBTQ+ community

    News -

    Young people who identify as LGBTQ+ say there are few health and care services in Wiltshire to support them, and a lack of understanding from healthcare professionals has left them feeling unheard and disrespected.

  10. Second Covid-19 booster now available for over 75s and care home residents

    News -

    Older people living across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who had their first Covid-19 booster jab at least six months ago are now being encouraged to come forward for a second.

  11. Community Equipment Service earns praise from Wiltshire public

    News -

    A service which provides equipment to people's homes to help them live more independently is highly valued by those who use it, a Healthwatch Wiltshire report reveals. 

  12. Catch up on our news

    News -

    All the latest from us and how you can get involved.

  13. Oldest and youngest invited for Covid vaccine

    News -

    The Covid-19 vaccination programme in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire is continuing at pace, with the oldest and youngest in the region being invited to come forward for the life-saving vaccine.

  14. Out-of-hours help available from selected pharmacies during Easter weekend

    News -

    Selected pharmacies in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will remain open over the Easter break to offer out-of-hours help and support to those with minor health and care concerns.

  15. All the latest from us

    News -

    Catch up on our news from April.

  16. Thousands share views on new health centre

    News -

    The new Devizes Health Centre, which is due to open later this summer, has been broadly welcomed by local people, although some were disappointed there won’t be a Minor Injury Unit and are confused over which services will be provided there.

  17. Pop-up clinics offer easy way to get Covid jab

    News -

    Pop-up vaccination clinics are available this summer for people to receive their first, second or booster dose of vaccine.

  18. Public invited to inaugural meeting of new Integrated Care Board

    News -

    The new organisation will meet in public for the first time in Salisbury on Friday 1 July.

  19. All the latest from us

    News -

    Catch up on our news from May and June.

  20. New NHS organisation to plan health and care services for local people

    News -

    A new collaborative health and care organisation with a responsibility for providing £1.5 billion of services to the people of Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire has been established.

  21. Play your part as local Covid-19 cases increase

    News -

    With the summer holidays fast approaching please continue to take the appropriate measures to protect yourself and those around you from illness.

  22. Championing what matters to you through difficult times

    News -

    It’s been another challenging year dominated by the consequences of Covid-19, but we've continued to be your champion for health and social care services and make sure your voice is heard by those who plan and run services.

  23. All the latest from us

    News -

    Catch up on our news from July.

  24. Having Covid-19 booster vaccine in autumn will help people stay safe through cold winter months

    News -

    More people living across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will be able to receive a Covid-19 booster vaccine this autumn.

  25. Get your self-care essentials ready for a summer-safe holiday

    News -

    Holidaymakers are being encouraged to pack self-care essentials to help them enjoy the summer season safely, whether at home or further afield.

  26. Stay hydrated during hot weather spell

    News -

    With high temperatures forecast this week, staying hydrated can reduce the risk of heat-related illness.

  27. Parents advised to put Covid-19 vaccine on kids’ back-to-school to-do list

    News -

    Along with new shoes, pencil cases and PE kits, parents across Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being advised to put the Covid-19 vaccine at the top of their children’s back-to-school to-do list.

  28. Feedback on NHS funded care is focus of new report

    News -

    The experiences of people who have applied for NHS continuing healthcare (CHC), a package of care for adults with significant needs, is the focus of a new report from Healthwatch Wiltshire.

  29. Catch up with our news

    News -

    Our latest round-up of news and information for August and September 2022.

  30. People urged to take up Covid and flu vaccines ahead of winter 'twindemic'

    News -

    Experts are predicting an early wave of flu and a rise in Covid cases this winter.

  31. Limit spread of winter bugs by adopting good personal hygiene regime now

    News -

    People in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire are being encouraged to remember the personal hygiene measures that were common during the pandemic and use them to keep seasonal illnesses at bay this winter.

  32. People who use equipment service invited to new forum

    News -

    Healthwatch Wiltshire is hosting a new forum to hear what local people think of a service which helps them to live more independently at home.

  33. Region’s new integrated care partnership to meet in public for first time

    News -

    The newly-formed integrated care partnership for Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will meet in public for the first time next week.

  34. Winter vaccinations now locally available for all adults over the age of 50

    News -

    Adults over the age of 50 in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire can give themselves the best possible chance of staying fit and healthy this winter by arranging to have a Covid-19 autumn booster and the flu jab.

  35. Catch up on our news

    News -

    Our latest round-up of news and information for October 2022.

  36. Your chance to tour new Devizes Health Centre

    News -

    People in Devizes will have the chance to tour the town’s new health centre ahead of its official opening later this year.

  37. New Interim Chair of Healthwatch England appointed

    News -

    Belinda Black has been appointed as the interim Chair of the Healthwatch England Committee, following the recent departure of Sir Robert Francis KC. 

  38. Libraries to provide a warm and friendly welcome this winter

    News -

    Wiltshire Council libraries have officially become warm spaces for people this winter, providing a warm and friendly welcome to support anyone who needs help through the cost of living crisis.

  39. New urgent and emergency care entrance at Great Western Hospital

    News -

    A new entrance is now in place for all patients arriving at the GWH in Swindon for urgent or emergency care.

  40. Medics offer reassurance to parents after rise in the number of poorly children

    News -

    Parents in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire should remain vigilant to the signs and symptoms of strep A, but should not be overly worried by the risk it can pose to very young children, local medics have said.

  41. Our Christmas opening hours

    News -

    Our phone line will be closed over the festive period - but you can still share your views with us.

  42. Catch up on our news

    News -

    Our latest round-up for Christmas 2022.

  43. Wiltshire’s Wellbeing Hub can help you through the cost of living crisis

    News -

    With local people likely to be worried about the cost-of-living crisis and needing some information and advice, Wiltshire Council's Hub is there for anyone who requires it.

  44. Order your repeat prescriptions in time for Christmas

    News -

    Get your repeat prescription in by Friday 16 December to ensure you have medicines in time for Christmas.

  45. Heart-warming new video series shows budding investigator behind the scenes of local NHS services

    News -

    A six-year-old budding investigator is helping the people of BaNES, Swindon and Wiltshire choose the right NHS service this winter with a series of heart-warming online films that go behind the scenes at local health and care facilities.

  46. Selected pharmacies to open on Christmas and New Year bank holidays

    News -

    Families in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire will be able to access healthcare from local pharmacies over the festive period.

  47. People avoiding appointments and prescriptions due to cost of living crisis, Healthwatch warns

    News -

    The number of people avoiding an NHS appointment because they can’t afford travel almost doubled between October and December as the cost of living crisis is forcing many to change how they use health and care services.

  48. Local mental health services ready to provide help to those in need

    News -

    Local support is available to people living in Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire who are struggling with their mental health.

  49. Patients' feedback sparks overhaul of hospital complaints process

    News -

    Feedback from patients who made a complaint about their care at Salisbury District Hospital is being used to overhaul its complaints handling process.