News and reports

A look at what minority ethnic groups, males, young people and those living in disadvantaged neighbourhoods have to say about pharmaceutical needs assessment.

After an award winning year, this report summarises the work Healthwatch Dudley have done for the local community.

We explored the views of people accessing Special Care Dentistry and their experiences of dental care and treatment.

Dudley Youth Health Researchers explored the health and social care issues that mattered to local young people.

A case study on addressing loneliness and isolation in the face of voluntary sector cuts, specifically focusing on Age UK Dudley Day Centres.

Demand for eyecare services is growing, especially with an aging population.
However, certain minority ethnic groups, as well as those with learning disabilities or dementia, are not accessing eyecare services as much as they should be.

With the help and support of our volunteers, staff and Board members, we have exceeded our expectations in making sure the voices of Dudley people are heard in the design and delivery of local health and care services.

The views of people from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with learning disabilities or dementia about accessing eyecare.

The Dudley Urgent Care Centre was opened in 2015 in Russells Hall Hospital. We spoke to patients and observed staff to see what's working well and what could be improved.

We spoke to the local community to find out people's experiences of using Priory Community Pharmacy.

Healthwatch Dudley have spent the past year aiming to become the 'go to' listening organisation for Dudley residents who have a story to tell about their health and care.

Staff at Russells Hall Hospital shared our survey with patients and 85 people responded with their views about discharge from the hospital.