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The Government and NHS England are asking the public to share their ideas for the next big plan for the NHS.

We are delighted to announce that Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) has been awarded the Healthwatch Sheffield contract by Sheffield City Council.

These are the key things we've been hearing about in August- September 2024 including feedback relating to GP practices, hospital care, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and mental health services.

Find out more about what we've been doing over the last three months.

Complete our short survey and let us know about your experiences accessing GP services as a gender-diverse individual.

Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some women find it uncomfortable, so it's important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.

Sexual Health Sheffield are developing plans for a new mobile testing unit that will help make STI testing more accessible across the city. They want to hear your views on what this should look like.

These are the key things we've been hearing about in June- July 2024 including GP feedback, hospital care, young people's access to healthcare and issues with home care providers.

Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to key questions including who can access adult social care and how to pay for it.

Find out more about what we've been doing over the last three months.

Changing Places are toilets designed to provide extra facilities for people with severe or multiple disabilities.

Every year the national GP patient survey asks people across the country about their GP practice. Explore this year's results, and see how GP practices in South Yorkshire compare.