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Healthwatch Southend is inviting Deaf people who use British Sign Language (BSL) to take part in a focus group about their experiences of using general practice (GP services). We want to hear directly from Deaf people about what works well, what does not, and what needs to improve when accessing GP services. Why are we doing this? In 2023, Healthwatch Southend held focus groups with Deaf people and found significant inequalities in access to GP services. These included: Lack

Join as much or as little as you’re able—your contribution matters. Do   you or someone you care for live with a disability or long-term...

Working with the Royal Association for Deaf People, Healthwatch Southend asked deaf residents in Southend what it was like to make an...

Local people are being encouraged to share their thoughts on the standards of care they receive at GPs, dentists, hospitals and care...

From 17 June 2022, people needing urgent emergency support across the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) will be able to...