News and reports

The current Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic may cause you to feel worried, anxious, or scared. Read our seven steps to looking after your wellbeing while staying informed.

UPDATED: 14/05/2020.
COVID-19 affects all of us, so our team have put together some practical information and advice for individuals and families during this period of isolation.

Healthwatch Oldham has undertaken an End of Life Review to gather the experiences of families and carers who have supported a family member through palliative and end of life care in Oldham.

Healthwatch Oldham has released a review on the Oldham Pledge Forums which took place in October 2019.

As part of our October/November HWO 100, we produced a survey which asked people for their thoughts and experiences on their local pharmacy and ordering repeat prescriptions.

Avoid the wait at the GP and know when to visit your pharmacist instead. Look at how your pharmacist can help you.

People have told us they can have problems registering with a GP. This article explains more about your rights and what do to if you are refused the right to register.

As part of our October/November HWO 100, we produced a survey which asked people for their thoughts and experiences on their local pharmacy and ordering repeat prescriptions.

Healthwatch England have released a new report showing that Hospitals need to do more to show patients how the NHS is learning from mistakes. 

Rats in the Sofa is an original piece of music theatre commissioned by Oldham Cares and the Oldham Safeguarding Adults Board to explore safeguarding issues with Oldham residents.

If you need help with an urgent dental problem, call the Urgent Dental Care Service on 0333 332 3800, available from 8am to 10pm every day, including weekends and bank holidays

Healthwatch England has used evidence collected by the network to find out if people with dementia are getting the support they need.