News and reports

Healthwatch Oldham is delighted to share with you our annual report for 2019-20.

We have created a survey to better understand your experiences during this COVID-19 pandemic and gather information about what you think could make the situation easier to live with.

Response by Imelda Redmond, National Director – 10 June 2020 in relation to evidence from Public Health England that COVID-19 is having a disproportionate impact on people from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.

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 during the response to the COVID-19 emergency.

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.

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

We explain why it’s important to have a plan in place, should you or a loved one become critically ill with coronavirus.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, police forces and domestic abuse charities have reported an increase in the number of domestic abuse-related calls and in April 2020, the Home Office launched the #youarenotalone campaign.

This review aims to learn more about the community’s experiences of accessing health services and understand people’s perceptions of how health services work and what is available.

The Commission on Human Medicines’ Expert Working Group on COVID-19 concludes there is currently insufficient evidence to establish a link between the use of ibuprofen and susceptibility to contracting COVID-19 or the worsening of its symptoms.

Our first Healthwatch Oldham 100 survey of 2020 was to look at peoples mental health during the winter months.

Self-isolation, social distancing and shielding have been introduced by the Government to help you and your loved ones stay safe from COVID-19. Find out what they mean in practice and what applies to you.