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Resident Doctor Strike Action
Resident doctors (formerly known as junior doctors) begin their five-day strike tomorrow. Here's what you need to know.
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The Future of Healthwatch
Following the publication of the new NHS 10-year plan, the government announced it would transfer the work of local Healthwatch to the NHS and local authorities. Find out what this means for you.
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Dudley GP Practice Charter highlights patient rights
A GP Practice Charter, developed with Healthwatch Dudley, local GPs and other partners, supports mutual respect and sets out expectations for practices and patients.
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Healthwatch Dudley's work honoured at national award ceremony
Our team has been commended at a national award ceremony for our work improving the care of local people.
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Healthwatch Dudley shortlisted for national award
We have been shortlisted for a national award for our work to improve care for people across Dudley borough.
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More than the essentials
We have joined forces with Black Country Foodbanks to discover what support local people need beyond the food parcel. This year long project will look to help people who use foodbanks get the support they need.
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Bright Smiles, Bright Future: Why Oral Health Matters for Young People
Did you know that nearly half of young people in the UK have untreated tooth decay?
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Annual report 2024-25
Over 3200 people across Dudley borough shared their experiences of health and social care last year. Their voices have helped inspire real change in health and social care services.
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Exploring NHS dental services in Dudley borough
Through surveys, conversations, visits to dental practices and calling every NHS dental practice in the borough, we have developed a picture of what it is really like for people in our community to access NHS dental treatment.
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