News and reports

Healthwatch Bedford Borough is the local, independent voice for the public in health and social care services. One of the ways that we fulfil our role is to carry out focused projects each year and develop our annual workplan based upon public priorities.

Each year, Healthwatch Bedford Borough puts together a work programme that reflects the health and social care needs of the area.

As Healthwatch Bedford Borough, we will give critical challenge to highlight where improvements can be made, be the voice of the public, show the impact our work can make and work hard to listen to people throughout the Borough.

The latest UKHSA health protection report data shows there has been a rise in measles cases.

Are you the carer of a person who is currently an inpatient at the hospital? Please speak to a member of staff on the ward to find out more about the Carer’s Pack.

Right at Home Bedford, a home care service in Kempston, Bedford, has been rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), following an inspection undertaken in February and March.

Mental Health Crisis Support for 14-17yrs
As the leading Mental Health charity across Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes providing a range of different services in the support of mental health, we are committed to ensuring that no one has to experience a Mental Health Problem alone.

Bedford Hospital are extremely excited and proud to have launched their robotic assisted surgery programme at Bedfordshire Hospitals.

COVID-19 Spring vaccinations are due to end by 30 June 2023. You can still get yours.
Read on to see if you are eligible

LGBT Bedfordshire on behalf of Mary Seacole Housing Association have launched titled Bedfordshire’s CommUNITY Meditation Service, which has been set up to support victims of Hate Crime across Luton, Bedford and Central Bedfordshire. The service aims to reduce Hate Crime and increase the report rates across these three locations.

A new Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Stoma Prescription Service is launching on 1 June 2023. The service is designed to enhance the care that people with a stoma receive when ordering their stoma products.
The service is for anyone who has a stoma and is registered with a GP practice in the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes area. The new service will replace the Connect (LAMS) service in Luton. It will be a new type of service for Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes.

Do you want to help shape health and social care services in Bedford Borough. Do you have the skills and experience to become our next Chair? The role attracts an honorarium of £3000 p.a. in recognition of your time commitment.