Healthwatch Stoke

Independent champion for users of Health and Social Care Services in Stoke-on-Trent. Help us help you to make a difference!

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

🚨✍️Please sign our petition to review the decision to scrap independent local Healthwatch.

The NHS 10 Year Health plan proposes to scrap 152 local Healthwatch, and transfer functions ‘in-house’ to NHS Integrated Care Boards.

1/4🧵

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

Buying cranberry juice when you have a UTI? This might be a juicy piece of information for you. 🧃👇
If you suffer with frequent UTIs , have a chat with your GP surgery or pharmacist, they may be able to suggest other treatments. 🧑‍⚕️

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

With more people turning to AI platforms like ChatGPT for health information, they are sharing tips to help find trusted information online: https://t.co/uwho4aw8P2

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Gynae cancer charity, @eveappeal, have raised concerns that ChatGPT missed ovarian and vulval cancer when asked about ‘red-flag’ symptoms.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, we're helping @bowelcanceruk raise vital awareness, so everyone has the best chance of early diagnosis.

Getinvolved and #PassItOn.

https://t.co/LM8svyMgWn

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth we're supporting @bowelcanceruk’s #PassItOn campaign.

They’re asking everyone to help raise vital awareness so everyone has the best chance of an early diagnosis.

Get involved today and #PassItOn.

https://t.co/LM8svyMOLV

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Knowing the symptoms is important to help spot bowel cancer early. The earlier it’s found, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

Get involved today and #PassItOn.

https://t.co/LM8svyMgWn

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

When diagnosed early, 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer. That’s why this #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, we're helping @bowelcanceruk raise awareness of the disease, so everyone has the best chance of an early diagnosis.

[Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent ICB @StaffsStokeICB]

1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer in their lifetimes. For black men, that risk is doubled to 1 in 4.

Free PSA testing will be available to black men aged 45+ next Wednesday at @stokecity Bet365 Stadium. Book your slot today 👉 https://t.co/QgCaFmkZmy. ❗️Use code SSICB26❗️

[Stoke City Foundation @scfc_foundation]

🌟 Men’s Health Event at the bet365 Stadium! 🌟

Stoke City Foundation is proud to support a special Men’s Health Event taking place at the bet365 Stadium on 18 February, from 12pm–7pm.

This free drop in event brings together a range of health services and charities offering advice, checks and information to help men look after their physical and mental wellbeing.

🩺 Services attending include:
Prostate Specific Antigen test
Cancer screening services
Smoking advice
Mental health charities
Diabetes health support
Prostate cancer awareness
And many more 🎉

No need to book , just come along when you can.
Let’s break the stigma, start important conversations, and support men’s health together ❤️🤍

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

💡In addition to our survey, we are also hosting focus groups and drop-in sessions, where you can share your story face-to-face with the team.

Find out more and book your place here👇
https://t.co/TuZQ6mFECu

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Have you got recent experience of trying to access mental health support services in #StokeonTrent?🧠💙

We want to hear from you - whether you've received support, are currently in receipt of support, or are waiting to start. #HaveYourSay 💬

👉 https://t.co/vJ9Htn8Okn

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Can't make it or prefer to share your feedback anonymously?
Complete our online survey 👉https://t.co/qFwADlureO

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

We're joining PEGiS for their SEND Community Lounge today! 🧑‍🤝‍🧑

Come along to share your story with us, as we're wanting to hear more about your experiences with CAMHS ASD & ADHD assessments - no matter what stage you and your child are in the process.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Our phonelines have now re-opened! 📞

🗣️Share your feedback on local health and social care services with us today by calling 03303 130247, email [email protected], or complete an online webform or survey on our website at https://t.co/pZA9UVx50C.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

🎆🎊 Happy New Year from the team at Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent.🍾🎇

Please be aware that we are closed for today and reopen tomorrow, on Monday 2 January 2026.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent would like to wish you all a happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you at one of our events in 2026.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

🎄Merry Christmas to you all from the team at Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent! 🎁

Please be aware that we are currently closed and will re-open on Tuesday 30th December.

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

The staff and volunteers at Healthwatch Stoke-on-Trent would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas. Thank you to everyone who has shared their story with us over the last 12 months; we will continue to champion your voice. @HealthwatchE

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Please note: Between now until Monday 5th January we will be operating a limited service.

During days of limited service, our phone lines will be closed but our team are still available to provide our services. You can contact us via email at [email protected].

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

ℹ️ We will be closing over the Christmas and New Year Bank Holidays, which are as follows:

Thursday 25th December
Friday 26th December
Monday 29th December
Thursday 1st January

Find out more 👉https://t.co/IuNtqQOOLx

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

Or, #HaveYourSay by taking part in our priority project surveys! 👇

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦CAMHS ASD & ADHD Assessments - https://t.co/Gd4RGq9tKF

🤲Adult's ASD & ADHD Support - https://t.co/ilZX7TIzIu

🧠Access to Adult's Mental Health Services - https://t.co/vJ9Htn8Okn

[Healthwatch Stoke @healthwatchsot]

ℹ️ Our telephone lines are now closed for the festive season and will re-open on Monday 5 January 2026.

The team are still here to listen to your story - contact us directly via email or through our online webform.
✉️[email protected]
🌐https://t.co/pZA9UVxCQa