Healthwatch Middlesbrough

13/01/2026

There are 3 ways to get help when you have an urgent dental problem:

Contact an NHS dentist
Book an appointment at an urgent dental access centre
Call NHS 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk
Find out more https://northeastnorthcumbria.nhs.uk/nhs-dentistry

13/01/2026

“Quit smoking this New Year. If you keep trying you will get there.”

Former smoker John had a heart attack from smoking – but he’s never felt better after quitting.

Stopping smoking gives life back. Find advice and free friendly local support at https://www.freshquit.co.uk/

12/01/2026

💬 Let’s Talk About Palliative and End of Life Care
We know talking about death can be difficult, but your views matter.

The NHS are running a short anonymous survey to understand how people feel about death, dying, and care at the end of life. Your answers will help shape kind and compassionate support for those who need it.

✅ You can skip any questions you’re not comfortable with
✅ You can stop at any time
✅ There are no right or wrong answers

👉 Take part in the survey here: https://tinyurl.com/2cjrhnp7

Thank you for helping us make care better for everyone.

12/01/2026

12/01/2026

Breast Screening Survey.

This survey will take about 4-5 minutes.

The NHS want to learn about your experience of being invited to and/or attending your first breast screening. Your answers will help NHS England improve services for you and other women.

Click here to take the survey 👉 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6989W6R

10/01/2026

If you have a minor injury or illness that needs medical attention – but is not life threatening - you can get help at your nearest urgent treatment centre!

Urgent treatment centres can treat many conditions including:
•sprains and strains
•cuts and grazes
•suspected broken limbs
•coughs and cold
•ear and throat infections

If you're still not sure where to go or what to do, contact NHS111 online - or by phone - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - they can help assess and direct you to the right place to go.
NHS, we're

09/01/2026

📬 January's E-Bulletin is Here!
Start the new year by catching up on the latest news and events happening in and around Middlesbrough 🌟

In this edition:
✨ Have you say on how to improve your health
🙌 Information on how to quit smoking
Plus, discover exciting training opportunities and community activities to kick off 2026!

👉 Read now and sign up: https://www.healthwatchmiddlesbrough.co.uk/news/2020-12-15/read-our-latest-e-bulletin

08/01/2026

Feel better faster!

Tell us what you think about these new NHS services! 💬

✅ NHS App – A simple, secure way to manage your health. Access key services anytime, anywhere.
✅ Think Pharmacy First – Your local pharmacist can help with many common health concerns – no appointment needed.
✅ GP Extended Access Service – Need to see a GP outside normal hours? We’ve got you covered.

Click here for more information 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yz9p8mp4

06/01/2026

🎯 Have your say!
TSAB’s Annual Consultation Survey for 2025/26 is now live — and we want to hear from YOU.

Your feedback helps shape our priorities for the year ahead. It only takes a few minutes to complete!

📋 Take the survey:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/ajkfx9d2

🗣 Please share widely across your networks and include in any internal/external publications. Printed copies are available — details in the link above.

📌 Don’t forget to display our poster featuring a QR code in staff and public areas where appropriate.

🗓 Survey closes: Friday 23rd January 2026

Let’s work together to make safeguarding stronger across Tees!