Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some women find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.
The experiences we (Healthwatch England) are hearing from feedback across England show that people are waiting a long time for care. Our recommendations to the government set out how mental health services can be improved and provide better care for patients.
We conducted our Healthwatch Stockport ‘Hospital to Home’ research project, between April and June 2024, to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of individuals being discharged from Stepping Hill Hospital and requiring social care and support services back home.