How to get the most out of your GP appointment
Do you struggle to speak to your doctor about your medical concerns? You’re not alone. Take a look at our top tips to make the most of your GP appointment.
Where can I get help for health out of hours?
People are often in need of out-of-hours medical assistance. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
GP Collective Action
The NHS is asking the public to come forward as usual for care during collective action. If you have an appointment with your GP practice, you should attend as usual, unless you are told otherwise. NHS England has provided the following information:
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.
The NHS Constitution sets out your rights as a patient of NHS services. It also includes the commitments the NHS aims to achieve so you get high-quality care.
Cost of Living and Health and Wellbeing
Earlier this year we asked you to share your experiences with us on how the cost of living was affecting you health and wellbeing
New report calls for fundamental reform of NHS dental care
A new report by MPs into dental care, which draws upon the experiences people have shared with us, has called for urgent reform so more people can access an NHS dentist.
Remembering Jim Sherrington
One of our long-serving trustees of Healthwatch Bolton sadly passed away in June 2023.
Information about Strep A
We know there are a lot of concerns in communities about the Strep A infection. The Government has some updated information for parents or anyone who is concerned.
10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment
We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.
Important Information about Monkeypox
We wanted to update you about Monkeypox vaccination and isolation in the local and national media
Accessing NHS Dentistry Care and Treatment
Find out where you can go to get a dentist appointment in Bolton, where to go for urgent dental care, how to make a complaint and how to share your experience.
