News and reports

Waiting for planned medical care or surgery can be a frustrating time. That’s why it’s so important that while you wait, you get regular, clear and accessible updates so that you can plan your next steps

Millions of people have had their treatment delayed by the pandemic – are you one of them? We want to know if you’re getting the advice, information and support you need while you wait

Kernow Maternity Voices Partnership publish new report on people’s maternity journey in Cornwall. The report tells us about the maternity experiences of 760 birthing people and their families between 2018 and 2020.

The report tells us about the maternity experiences of 760 birthing people and their families between 2018 and 2020

Download papers for our July 2021 Public Board Meeting.

Mental health has been placed under severe strain during the pandemic, the report highlights how residents in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly have accessed services and makes recommendations for improvements in the future

The ongoing pandemic and lockdown restrictions have created a complex and challenging environment for people to navigate, with mental health and wellbeing continuing to be impacted considerably as a result.

During a year of unprecedented challenges performing in-person outreach and engagement, Healthwatch Cornwall adapted and continued listening to residents

A review of evidence - January to March 2021

This comprehensive year-long project delivered by Healthwatch Cornwall approaches safeguarding from the perspective of people’s experiences

Download papers for our April 2021 Public Board Meeting.

Cornwall has had an excellent start to its vaccination programme but with reported delays in the supply of the AstraZeneca vaccine, the pace of delivery nationally and for residents in Cornwall could potentially slow