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Patients Association’s comment on Care Quality Commission's State of Care 2021 report

The Care Quality Commission's annual State of Care report cataglogues a very difficult year for health and social care services. Here's our reaction to its findings.
Being a parent-carer for an adult child

Mo Hafeez, from Lancashire, is full-time parent carer for his adult son, Nav. In this guest post, he reflects on managing Nav’s nutritional health.
Good nutrition is fundamental to good health

For us, food is more than fuel for the body, it is a critical component of a patient’s care and recovery. That's why our new disease-related malnutrition resources are so needed.
The emotional rollercoaster of being a carer

Caring for someone with disease-related malnutrition can be challenging, says Ruby Bhatti who lives in West Yorkshire. In this guest post she talks about the emotional rollercoaster, for both patient and carer.

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Seeing your medical records

This page explains how to get copies of your medical records in England and Wales.
Helpline - 0800 345 7115

Need health or social care advice? Call our free and confidential helpline on 0800 345 7115 (Mon-Fri 9.30am and 5pm).
Next of kin

Your medical next of kin is someone you nominate to receive information about your medical care.
Making a complaint

Most people are happy with the health and social care they receive. But sometimes things go wrong. If that happens, you need to know how to complain. This guide sets out your rights and offers advice on how to make a complaint.
You and your dentist

This page is designed to give you more information about finding a dentist and using their services. It includes tips on how to prepare for an appointment, the charges you can expect and how to make a complaint.
How we see the world

We believe that everyone should have access to the best healthcare when they need it most.
Meet the Board

Get to know our Chief Executive and meet the dedicated team who work here.
Report your care

Our 'Tell us about your care' partnership with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Sepsis fact sheet

These are the common symptoms to look out for if you think you might have sepsis.
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