Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

January is cervical cancer awareness month.
Following a successful pilot in Sefton, a mobile clinic will be available in the form of a bus for people to be able to have their cervical screening appointments. It is hoped that this removes barriers for women and makes screening appointments more accessible.

Is local Healthwatch accountable to Healthwatch England

Is local Healthwatch accountable to Healthwatch England?

No, your local Healthwatch is commissioned by their local authority and will be accountable to them.

However when something is a problem and other local Healthwatchs are experiencing it too, Healthwatch England will gather evidence to look at the problem on a regional or national basis.
Your Healthcare needs

Your Healthcare Needs

On this page you will find various documents to download that will help you with you healthcare needs.

Signed Video

An explanation about the work of Healthwatch St Helens provided in BSL by Signing Solutions.

How Do I Find A GP or Dentist?

We can’t recommend a Dentist or GP, however, NHS choices has a section on their website where you can search for practices in your area:
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NHS Complaints Advocacy Service

Although most people using the health service are happy with their care and treatment, things can sometimes go wrong. If you're not satisfied with the service you've experienced from a hospital, doctor, dentist, local surgery or other NHS provider, you are entitled to complain about it.

Being Dad’ Youtube podcast series by Parents In Mind

Being Dad Podcast - Weekly discussions with dads around different experiences and themes related to parenting and managing mental health.
These podcasts and videos are made and produced by the dads themselves. The opinions shared in this podcast are the individuals’ own perspectives.

Parents in Mind

Parents in Mind peer support – mothers, birthing parents, dads & partners
Bringing a baby into the world can be a joyous experience, but this transition might also present a number of challenges to a parent’s wellbeing.

Common Approach to Children's Health (CATCH) App

Are you pregnant or have a child aged 0-5 years? If so then download the CATCH app. You’ll find useful health information from the NHS, national charities and organisations, along with details of local services and support.
A range of useful features to empower new parents