Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees

Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees We are the independent champion for people who use health and care services across Stockton. Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees is a part of Healthwatch England.

We are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services. We listen to what people tell us about the services they use locally and want to know what is working well and what needs to be improved. Where necessary we have a statutory power to go into any health or social care premises to see at first hand the service being delivered. We can talk to patients/carers and to staff members to gather more information. We share the information we gather with those who have the power to make change happen. We also help people find the information they need about services in their area.

April is World Autism Acceptance Month.Throughout this month, the North East Autism Society (NE-AS) will be challenging ...
10/04/2026

April is World Autism Acceptance Month.

Throughout this month, the North East Autism Society (NE-AS) will be challenging common myths and misconceptions about autism.

The campaign invites everyone to reflect on what true autism acceptance looks like—shining a light on the barriers autistic people still face, tackling misinformation, and celebrating how acceptance can transform lives.

Find out more from NE-AS here: https://www.ne-as.org.uk/

You can also get local support from Autism Matters here: https://autism-matters.co.uk/teesside/

This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Bowel Cancer UK is focusing on early diagnosis. They want as many people as possible ...
09/04/2026

This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Bowel Cancer UK is focusing on early diagnosis.

They want as many people as possible to know that bowel cancer is treatable and curable especially if diagnosed early.

Find out more here: https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-cancer/

Help us spread the message and raise vital awareness.

Martha's Rule is a national programme around early detection of deterioration in patients and guarantees that patients, ...
08/04/2026

Martha's Rule is a national programme around early detection of deterioration in patients and guarantees that patients, relatives, carers, and staff can activate a rapid review from a separate clinical team if they feel something is going wrong.

At University Hospital of North Tees, signage on wall spaces shows patients and their loved ones how to contact the team should they feel they need to.

To find out more about the initiative, visit https://www.nth.nhs.uk/news/new-initiative-to-help-patients-who-may-be-deteriorating/

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Happy World Health Day! This years campaign theme is “Together for health. Stand with science” celebrating the power of ...
07/04/2026

Happy World Health Day!

This years campaign theme is “Together for health. Stand with science” celebrating the power of scientific collaboration to protect the health of people, animals, plants, and the planet.

Today our team were at a drop-in at Billingham Library.

We are here to listen to your health and social care experiences, we can help champion change!

Visit: https://bit.ly/HWStockton

Our engagement team are out and about this month to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries. You...
06/04/2026

Our engagement team are out and about this month to speak to Stockton residents about their health and care queries.

You can chat with Lynn and Janet in confidence at the following drop-ins/events:

7/4 - Drop-in at Billingham Library for World Health Day, 9am - 1pm
13/4 - Visually Impaired Group at Billingham Library, 1pm - 3pm
17/4 - Stockton Council Family Fun Day at John Whitehead Park, Billingham, 10am - 12noon
21/4 - Billingham Warm Welcome drop in at Billingham Library, 1pm - 3pm

Or get in touch with us:
E: info@healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk
T: 0300 180 0660
W: https://bit.ly/445orUa

Have your say!Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton. Tell us what has b...
03/04/2026

Have your say!

Let us know what you thought about your recent health and care experiences in Stockton.

Tell us what has been good or what could be better.

Your information is completely confidential and will help improve local healthcare services.

Share your views here: https://bit.ly/HWStockton

Or get in touch with us:

E: info@healthwatchstocktonontees.co.uk
T: 0300 180 0660

NHS strike action by Resident Doctors starts from 7am on Tuesday 7 April and runs until 7am on Monday 13 April. Some NHS...
02/04/2026

NHS strike action by Resident Doctors starts from 7am on Tuesday 7 April and runs until 7am on Monday 13 April. Some NHS services will be affected.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed.

Please continue to come forward for the care you need.

Our office is closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Visit our website for information and advice on health and care s...
02/04/2026

Our office is closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

Visit our website for information and advice on health and care services, as well as a wide range of community support services: https://bit.ly/4sU0M2E

For pharmacy opening hours, click here: https://bit.ly/4m0FAFQ

Have a lovely Easter!

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly. It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young childre...
01/04/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly. It can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults.

Find out more about the symptoms, treatment and vaccinations here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Following the recently published Neighbourhood Health Framework and King's Fund study (The future of patient voice: lear...
01/04/2026

Following the recently published Neighbourhood Health Framework and King's Fund study (The future of patient voice: learning from the Healthwatch model), our manager, Natasha has provided a response to the reports and the future delivery of health and social care.

"This moment isn’t about replacing the role of public voice, it’s about strengthening it, embedding it, and making sure it remains at the heart of neighbourhood health."

Read the full response here: https://bit.ly/4sumutY

Do you know which pharmacies are open over Easter?Pharmacists are experts in medicines and minor ailments, and you can d...
31/03/2026

Do you know which pharmacies are open over Easter?

Pharmacists are experts in medicines and minor ailments, and you can drop in without an appointment.

Find out your pharmacy opening times over the Easter bank holidays: https://bit.ly/4m0FAFQ

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Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees, 6/8 Yarm Road
Stockton-on-Tees
TS183NA

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

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Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees

Welcome to Healthwatch Stockton-on-Tees. We are here to make sure your views on local health and social care services are heard.