1. James Cook University Hospital - Ward 12 Enter and View

    Report -

    We received a complaint regarding Ward 12 at The James Cook University Hospital which had been routed via the Department of Health, CQC and Healthwatch England.

  2. Access to GP Services

    Report -

    We received intelligence through engagement activities and our Information & Signposting service that people were experiencing difficulties in making appointments at their GP surgeries.

  3. Cancer Screening Uptake in Middlesbrough

    Report -

    We aimed to gather the views of local people who had accessed screening services and those who had not in order to determine what was working well and what could be improved in the current provision.

  4. Access to Sexual Health Services in Middlesbrough

    Report -

    The aim of the investigation was to look at the public’s experience in accessing Sexual Health Services in Middlesbrough. We wanted to ascertain what is currently working well, identify any gaps in services and look at what could be improved upon.

  5. Making Middlesbrough more Dementia Friendly

    Report -

    In England, it is estimated that 676,000 people have dementia. The Government has stated that it has made significant progress by doubling investment in research, recruiting 1 million Dementia Friends and giving NHS staff specialist training.

  6. North Ormesby Health Village Sexual Health Services - Enter and View

    Report -

    We had received complaints regarding staff attitudes at North Ormesby Health Village towards some young people accessing the service. We decided to carry out an Enter and View to observe a regular drop-in clinic.

  7. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

    Advice and Information -

    We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP.

  8. Dentistry Myth Busting: Dispelling the most common rumours relating to NHS dentistry

    News -

    Healthwatch teams across the North East have seen a significant increase in concerns from the public around getting to see their local dentist.

  9. Reasonable Adjustments in GP Practices - Your Views

    News -

    Healthwatch South Tees has made it a priority to collaborate with primary care and general practice (GP’s), to reduce barriers to access GPs for those requiring reasonable adjustments.

  10. Jane Harvey - Service Implementation & Peer Support Manager

    Blog -

    Tees Local Pharmaceutical Committee

  11. Jean McDonald - Tees Osteoporosis Support Group

    Blog -

    Working within a volunteer role, helping patients and families.

  12. Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week (7 - 13 Feb)

    News -

    To mark Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, ARCH Teesside have arranged a very special artistic performance.

  13. New Sensory Clinic in Middlesbrough

    News -

    Middlesbrough Council have a new sensory clinic in the Live Well Centre (Dundas Arcade) for those who may be blind, partially sighted, deaf or hard of hearing.

  14. Collaborative Dentistry Report

    Report -

    At the end of 2021, Healthwatch teams across the North East worked collaboratively to gain feedback from the general public about their experiences of local dentistry.

  15. Your Care, Your Way

    News -

    Healthwatch England have recently devised the 'Your Care, Your Way' campaign to highlight the importance of accessible information within health and social care.

  16. Perimenopause support for local women

    News -

    Are you a woman experiencing perimenopause? Did you know that there is a Facebook support group dedicated to answering your questions?

  17. The STAR Awards of Recognition 2022

    News -

    Celebrating those who have gone above and beyond in health and social care!

  18. Terry Bytheway - Chairman, Teesside Prostate Cancer Support Group

    Blog -

    Helping those diagnosed with Prostate Cancer within South Tees.

  19. David Thomas - Digital Inclusion Officer (Hope Foundation)

    Blog -

    Helping those who are digitally excluded and advancing people's digital skills in Middlesbrough.

  20. 2021 / 22 Annual Report. 'Championing What Matters to You'.

    News -

    A look back at all of the key work we have done over the last 12 months across South Tees.

  21. Annual Report 2021 / 22

    Report -

    A look back at all of the key work we have done over the last 12 months across South Tees.

  22. Kerri Brems - ARCH Teesside

    Blog -

    Supporting adults and children across Teesside who who have experienced sexual abuse and/or sexual violence.

  23. Alternative Transport Solutions Across South Tees

    News -

    Are you vulnerable or disabled? Maybe you just need safer, more reliable transport for appointments? We've sourced some alternative options for you...

  24. 'We are the Champions' - August Update

    News -

    This is the first in a series of monthly blogs, designed for us to share updates from our Community Champions! Volunteer and Engagement Officer Vicky will be out meeting current and new Champions to see what they have been up to.

  25. Julie Christie – Social Prescriber

    Blog -

    Julie Christie – Social Prescriber, Greater Middlesbrough Primary Care Network

  26. General Practice News

    News -

    General practice is a priority for Healthwatch South Tees (HWST) because a high number of people contact us about this area. We have a range of ongoing activities to support improvements in primary care.

  27. Andrew Jones - Meadowvale Homecare

    Blog -

    Delivering bespoke care to adults in and around East Cleveland.

  28. Community Champion Vlog - Episode 1

    News -

    In the first of our Community Champion Vlogs, Vicky Jackson our Volunteer and Engagement Officer speaks to Thomas Henley.

  29. Tees Valley Non-Complex Adult Hearing Services Review

    Report -

    A South Tees Focus

  30. How to Register with a GP, or change GP Practice

    Advice and Information -

    Whether you would like to register with a GP, or to change practice it is not as difficult as you might think. We have lots of helpful advice and links:

  31. Community Champion Vlog - Episode 2

    News -

    In our latest Vlog Community Champion Vlogs, Vicky Jackson our Volunteer and Engagement Officer speaks to Caroline Nakachwa who is a Food Security Officer for Together Middlesbrough & Cleveland