News and reports

Hampshire County Council is developing practical ways to help families live healthily after local families shared the issues they face.

People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are facing long waiting times to get their diagnosis. However, our research reveals that even after they are diagnosed, people face another wait to get the medication they need to help them manage their condition.

Patients often report positive experiences for cancer treatment services. In the most recent national cancer survey, respondents scored NHS cancer care services higher than the previous year, scoring them an average of 8.94 out of 10. Find out what people have told us about their experiences of cancer care.

Living with chronic pain can limit your ability to live and work, yet it is a reality for millions of people in England. Find out the problems people are facing and what services can do to better support people living with pain.

August "You said, we did" report.
Despite being summer, it's still been busy!
We've received lots of feedback regarding NHS and Social Care services and we've also provided information and signposting to those that need it.

Healthwatch Rotherham welcomes NHS England’s launch of an official WhatsApp channel designed to deliver reliable health information directly to the public. This new service aims to make trusted updates on public health campaigns, seasonal advice, and myth-busting content as accessible as a text message.

Our latest insight looks at how to tackle care barriers among self-employed people.

Our insights into people's experiences of using community-based care.

Advice from a pharmacist

Pharmacists can offer advice on a range of illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, ear infections and aches and pains.

They can also give advice about medicines. This includes how to use your medicine, worries about side effects or any other questions you have.

If they cannot help you themselves, they can refer you to a GP or other health professional.

The impact ADHD has on people’s lives can be profound and can be spread across multiple areas of their life. Our new report highlights these impacts and the changes we are calling for to ensure everyone gets the support they need.

ADHD and autism are two neurodiversity conditions that present in contrasting ways. In our recent research we heard from people who were diagnosed with, or suspected they had, both conditions. They talked to us about the impact of being diagnosed with both conditions.

Our 'You said, we did' report for July 2025 is now available.

This month we were heard from 74 people who either shared their experiences of health and social care services, or asked for information and signposting help. Our report highlights some of the things we heard and some of the actions we have taken, as well as some of the feedback given to us.