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Meningitis outbreak in Kent: NHS advice
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board have issued the following statement: We are very saddened by the news of the meningitis outbreak in Canterbury and the subsequent deaths, and are monitoring the situation closely along with our partners. The UK Health Security Agency is providing regular updates here. GPs across the country will today be advised to prescribe antibiotics to anyone who visited Club Chemistry between 5 and 7 March and to University of Kent studen
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Mar 19
Manager's report to HWP Advisory Board meeting 17.3.26 published
Please find a copy of the HWP Manager's report that was presented at last nights Healthwatch Portsmouth Advisory Board meeting at Spark Community Space. Healthwatch staff and board members at the Advisory Board meeting It was a pleasure to welcome back Professor David Croisdale-Appleby to the Healthwatch Portsmouth Board Meeting. We had a lively discussion with David, and heard a little about the future of the independent patient voice. At our upcoming meeting on 17 June, you
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Mar 18
Mental health experiences of children and young people in Portsmouth report
In this report, we captured detailed feedback from 1,534 children and young people (CYP) and 125 parents and carers in Portsmouth. A child sitting on the ground with his head down hugging himself Our study highlights experiences, preferences, and insights into local service improvements. Local feedback echoes national and local data, confirming escalating levels of anxiety, depression and eating disorders in school aged children and young adults. We have summarised data th
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Mar 16
Reports
Trans and non-binary people's experience of GP services in Portsmouth (early insight)
Healthwatch Portsmouth has published an early insight report exploring how trans and non-binary people experience GP services in the city. This study was undertaken to address the significant health inequalities faced by trans and non-binary people nationally which include systemic administrative barriers and disparity between patient experiences and organisational awareness. By exploring these issues locally, the report provides the evidence base needed to bridge the divide
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Apr 1
Mental health experiences of children and young people in Portsmouth report
In this report, we captured detailed feedback from 1,534 children and young people (CYP) and 125 parents and carers in Portsmouth. A child sitting on the ground with his head down hugging himself Our study highlights experiences, preferences, and insights into local service improvements. Local feedback echoes national and local data, confirming escalating levels of anxiety, depression and eating disorders in school aged children and young adults. We have summarised data th
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Mar 16
Queen Alexandra's Emergency Department Walk-through Visit Report
On 14th March 2025, Healthwatch Portsmouth and Healthwatch Hampshire visited the emergency department at Queen Alexandra Hospital. We observed patient experience, reviewed accessibility and communication, and identified practical improvements. After our visit, we have submitted our recommendations to Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHUT). PHUT replied with actions taken, work underway, and areas for further review. As a result, our recommendations have contributed
Healthwatch Portsmouth
Mar 12
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