1. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  2. What the new dental recovery plan means for you

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    Are you struggling to find an NHS dentist? The new dental recovery plan might help you get the dental care you need.

  3. Details announced on supervised toothbrushing scheme for children

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    Today the government finally announced details of how it will fulfill Labour's election pledge to roll out a supervised toothbrushing scheme to children aged 3-5 living in deprived areas.

  4. Accessing services at Mayflower Medical Group

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    In May 2022, Healthwatch Plymouth were approached by the new provider of Mayflower Medical Group (MMG) to undertake a patient survey.

    The survey’s focus was to address long established patient concerns and frustrations in accessing GP services at the 5 surgeries that form MMG and to ask for suggestions on generally improving the service and in particular improving access.

  5. NHS dental changes to increase by 2.4% from April

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    The government has announced that NHS dental changes will go up from 1 April by 2.39% .

  6. Cervical screening my way

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    Our national partner Healthwatch England’s report unpacks women’s experiences of cervical screening and sets our recommendations for healthcare leaders.

    A summary of the report is below. You can download the full report and a large print version further down this page.

  7. Protections on NHS letter delivery agreed between Royal Mail, NHS leaders and patient bodies

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    Working with Royal Mail, NHS and patient organisations, our national partners Healthwatch England have written an open letter to Ofcom highlighting the introduction of new protections to ensure reliable and efficient postal service for NHS patients.