Take at a look at our newsletter for updates about the work the team have been doing over the last few months: Newsletter – June 2026
Healthwatch Southampton would like share our newly developed booklet – Travelling to Hospital Appointments in Southampton: A guide for patients and carers. This unique booklet will give patients and carers the information they need all in one place, to help people access support and to feel confident about travelling to hospital. It is available online as well as a printed version for community venues, health locations and libraries. Please contact us if you would like to request a printed copy of […]
The pharmacies listed below should be open as shown. The details are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change. You are advised to contact the pharmacy before attending to ensure they are open and have the medication you require. Boots the Chemists – Above Bar Street 19-29 Above Bar Street, Southampton, […]
The April 2026 update from Healthwatch Southampton offers a compelling look at the voices shaping local health and social care right now. From a new survey exploring how easy it is to access GP services, to fresh reports on care homes, NHS dentistry, and the challenges of getting to medical appointments, this edition highlights the […]
Healthwatch Southampton worked in partnership with Unpaid Carers in Southampton (UCS) to develop and distribute a short survey to unpaid adult carers. The focus of the survey was to seek the views of unpaid carers on respite breaks and their experiences of being identified and listened to by health and social care services in Southampton. […]
Looking for an NHS dentist in Southampton? Healthwatch Southampton has successfully supported many people to find a local NHS dentist over the last year by knowing which dentists are accepting new NHS patients in Southampton. We have updated our report which lists dentists in Southampton that are taking on new NHS patients and their contact […]
The pharmacies listed below should be open as shown. The details are correct at the time of publishing but are subject to change. You are advised to contact the pharmacy before attending to ensure they are open and have the medication you require.Details of local pharmacies can also be found by scanning the code opposite […]
Join us for a mental health awareness session that will also shine a light on the experiences of people from ethnic minority backgrounds. On the day you will have the opportunity to hear about: Saturday 1st November 2025 10am-2pm Immaculate Conception Hall, Portswood Road, Southampton SO17 3SB Free African Caribbean lunch! This event is open […]
Flu and COVID-19 vaccination appointments are available across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for those who are eligible from Wednesday 1 October. From 1 October, COVID-19 vaccinations will be available for those aged 75 and over, care home residents, and adults and children aged six months and over who have a weakened immune system. […]
Healthwatch Southampton(HWS) would like to recognise and thank Lesley Gilder for her contribution to the work of HWS over the past 12 years Lesley began volunteering in 2012 as a public member of the Local Involvement Network (S – Link) sitting on the committee. When local Healthwatch started in 2013 Lesley transferred to continue her […]
