News and reports

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, it's been estimated that across the UK there are 13.5 million unpaid carers. Many people are unaware of their rights as a carer and, as a result, are not accessing the help and support they are entitled to.

Our report looks at people’s experiences of using health and social care services during the COVID-19 lockdown in County Durham.

The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care from the 1 December. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

Our report looks into the experiences of people accessing pharmacy services in County Durham.

Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 1st July 2020.

National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

Healthwatch County Durham talked to frontline staff and clients from local refuges about how women are being supported in Domestic Abuse refuges in County Durham during the COVID pandemic.

Take a look at the minutes from our Board meeting held on 6th May 2020.

Our annual report shows the work and achievements we have made over the year.

Read about how coronavirus could affect you, your baby and your pregnancy care.

If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

If you have cancer, it’s understandable you might feel anxious about COVID-19. The Government and the NHS have both confirmed that cancer treatment should continue to be prioritised as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.