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From TikTok to AI: how men are seeking health advice beyond the…
New research from Healthwatch England has found that one in five men are now using platforms such as TikTok,…
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NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Some recent research by the Nuffield Trust highlights what we have been hearing about NHS CHC funding - that…
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Latest reports and publication
Left on the shelf - October 2025
What people tell us about why Surrey’s library independence courses…
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What we're hearing about The Molebridge Practice - November 2025
Due to changes in contractual arrangements early in 2025, Surrey…
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Advice and information
Right to Choose - ADHD focus
If you live in England and are an NHS patient you have the right to choose who delivers your care. This includes who can provide your ADHD assessment…
Understanding healthcare
The range of organisations, services and bodies which form the National Health Service (NHS) can make the health system in England a confusing one.…
Understanding social care
Many people think we help only with issues relating to health, but if you have concerns about social care services and need assistance or advice,…