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- 23 February 2010
Still gaps to fill in NHS dentistry, says Which?
- 26 November 2009
Don’t give up on NHS dentists, says Which?
- 18 November 2009
Personal Care at Home Bill is a missed opportunity, says Which?
- 29 September 2009
People would rather rely on gadgets than family in old age
- 19 August 2009
Access to NHS dentists edging in the right direction, says Which?
- 14 July 2009
Remaining independent is about more than washing and dressing, says Which?
- 07 July 2009
Which? warns consumers against costly genetic tests
- 22 June 2009
Which? urges Government to act on Steele recommendations
- 16 June 2009
Time to fill the gaps in NHS dentistry
- 30 March 2009
Brits are Euro-sceptics when it comes to healthcare
- 27 March 2009
It’s time to wake up to nano
- 24 March 2009
Fancy a wrinkle-free Christmas?
- 24 February 2009
Seeking treatment abroad shouldn’t be an ordeal, says Which?
- 12 February 2009
3 million get their teeth into DIY dentistry
Around 3 million people have resorted to DIY dentistry, with a further 3 million knowing someone else that has, according to new research* by Which? - 29 January 2009
Keep the home fires burning for our ageing population
- 24 January 2009
Many women in the dark over laser
- 21 January 2009
NHS Constitution should be a living document, says Which?
- 18 December 2008
Which? bid to stop online Botox promotions
- 12 December 2008
Dental patient views must have bite
- 10 December 2008
Drug ‘information’ could prove bitter pill for consumers, warns Which?
- 16 October 2008
NHS ‘weak’ areas must be addressed at ward level, says Which?
- 11 September 2008
EU urged not to introduce US-style drug advertising through the back door
- 10 September 2008
Government sees the light on cosmetic laser deregulation
- 24 July 2008
Which? applauds industry commitment to healthy lifestyle promotion
- 10 July 2008
Doctors, patients and industry join the fight against laser de-regulation
- 18 June 2008
Compassionate care central to the hospital experience, says Which?
- 10 June 2008
Which? tells Government to scrap cosmetic laser deregulation
- 20 May 2008
Research highlights nano regulation gaps
- 14 May 2008
PM's commitment to 'put more power in the hands of patients'
PM's commitment to "put more power in the hands of patients" is a step in the right direction, says Which? - 09 May 2008
Patient involvement is key to NHS improvements
- 12 February 2008
Improved NHS complaints process vital
- 15 January 2008
Isolagen loses face
- 07 January 2008
Trust me, although I’m not a doctor
- 28 December 2007
Offer: for a limited time only Results: for the rest of your life
Offer for a limited time only
- 17 December 2007
Patients hungry for change in hospital food
- 04 December 2007
Which? issues warning at cosmetic treatments conference
Which issues warning at cosmetic treatments conference - 26 November 2007
Which? uncovers rule breaking at cosmetic treatments show
Which uncovers rule breaking at cosmetic treatments show - 16 November 2007
A chance to finally put patients first
A chance to finally put patients first
- 21 October 2007
Complain? Why bother, it’s the NHS
Complain Why bother its the NHS - 18 October 2007
Health Check exposes continued ‘disgraceful’ failings
- 10 October 2007
Report highlights importance of non-clinical care
- 07 October 2007
The future of hospital care needs the patient voice, says Which?
The future of hospital care needs the patient voice, says Which
- 05 October 2007
Which? calls for an end to the NHS / patient deadlock
Which calls for an end to the NHS patient deadlock - 27 September 2007
Which? comments on BAAPS conference
- 29 August 2007
Which? helps abandoned cosmetic filler victims take action
Which helps abandoned cosmetic filler victims take action - 24 August 2007
Which? warns of the dangers of mixing sun and laser hair removal
- 09 August 2007
Which? response to BBC report on increase in complaints against doctors
Which response to BBC report on increase in complaints against doctors - 07 August 2007
Have we actually moved one year on?
Have we actually moved one year on - 02 August 2007
Weak cosmetic regulation makes guinea pigs out of Brits
- 04 July 2007
Which? responds to announcement of NHS review
Which responds to announcement of NHS review - 15 May 2007
Few consult their GP before plumping for cosmetic surgery, says Which?
Few consult their GP before plumping for cosmetic surgery, says Which
- 29 April 2007
Get the basics right first
- 25 April 2007
Government “bottling out” on cosmetic regulation
Government bottling out on cosmetic regulation - 18 April 2007
Cosmetic surgery abroad caution from Which?
Cosmetic surgery abroad caution from Which - 16 April 2007
Perfect partner? Not according to new cosmetic surgery results
Perfect partner Not according to new cosmetic surgery results - 05 April 2007
Where will you turn for out-of-hours care this Easter?
Where will you turn for out of hours care this Easter - 26 March 2007
Postcode lottery for NHS dental care
- 21 February 2007
White Paper - regulation of health professionals
- 01 February 2007
Response to HC's statement on complaints handling
- 31 January 2007
Teething problems
- 16 December 2006
Just make sure you don’t fall ill over Christmas…
- 12 October 2006
Results of the Annual Health Check
- 12 October 2006
New Which? survey to look at patient experience
New Which? survey to look at patient experience - 19 September 2006
Proposals to change current hospital system
Which? comments on Patricia Hewitt's statement that the current hospital system will change - 19 August 2006
Call for public consultation into NHS Direct
Which? calls for public consultation into future of NHS Direct - 14 July 2006
Which? calls for shake-up of out of hours care
Current out of hours services in England are inconsistent, often hard to access and are failing to meet the needs of many seeking care according to new research from Which? - 31 May 2006
Which? response to NHS patients given more choice
- 24 May 2006
New complaints service for private dentistry
Which? welcomes new patient complaints service for private dental care - 28 April 2006
Confusion about out of hours care
Confusion about out of hours care fuels increased use of A&E - 01 April 2006
The joke’s on us over dentistry
Research from Which? shows consumers are highly concerned about access to an NHS dentist and have a strong lack of trust that the Government can deliver on its promises. - 01 March 2006
Government loses public trust over dentistry
Which? research reveals extent of public mistrust over dentistry - 30 January 2006
Health White Paper response
Which? responds to today's Health White Paper - 16 December 2005
Increasing access to medicines
Are consumers being left in the dark over medicinal choices? - 02 December 2005
Which? responds to dental charge system
which commends new dental charge system but fears it does not go far enough - 11 October 2005
Payment by Results could lead to hospital closures
Response to the Audit Commission's review of Payment by Results in the NHS. - 30 September 2005
Response to the research into out of hours service
Comment on the BBC's research into patient out of hours services. - 01 September 2005
Government misses opportunity over drug regulation
Reaction to the Government's response on the Health Select Committee's report into the influence of the pharmaceutical industry. - 17 August 2005
Further check-up needed for DOH on care homes
Which? is now calling on the Health Select Committee to take a long hard look at the way in which local authorities are treating care home consumers and how they apply their statutory obligations.
- 01 August 2005
Government choosing wrong choices for healthcare
A new report published today by the consumer watchdog Which? shows that the Government's much hyped policy of extending choice in health is failing to understand what people want from their healthcare. - 28 July 2005
Response to White Paper on health care and service
Sara Apps, health campaigner for Which? responds to the new details revealed today by the Secretary of State about a public consultation that will help shape the White Paper on improving community health and care services. - 07 July 2005
New dental charges fairer for all, says Which?
Today's announcement by the Department of Health (DH) that a new clear system for NHS dental charges will be introduced is great news for consumers — provided they are able to find an NHS dentist willing to treat them, says Which? - 06 June 2005
Which? calls for overhaul of medicines' regulator
Following pressure from Which?, the UK medicines' regulator has admitted it has made an "administrative error" in reporting results of a public consultation on the over-the-counter heart drug, Zocor Heart-Pro. - 19 May 2005
Urgent care needed for dentistry, warns Which?
Brand new research from Which? today gives the lie to the Government's 1999 pledge that people's access to dentistry would be improved within two years. - 13 May 2005
Private sector will not end all health woes
Response to the health secretary's announcement that the use of the private sector for NHS operations is to double in the next five years. - 10 January 2005
Government filling time on dental policy
Reacting to today's statement from the Secretary for Health on NHS Dentistry Reforms, Which? (formerly Consumers' Association) is disappointed that the Government has delayed an announcement on dental charging until after a general election. - 09 December 2004
Shipman Inquiry shake up for GMC
Today's robust report by the public inquiry into the Harold Shipman case fires a clear warning shot across the bows of the General Medical Council (GMC) and should lead to greater public protection, as well as bolster public confidence in doctors. - 26 November 2004
Lack of wisdom leading to toothless dental policy
Reacting to today's report by the National Audit Office on reforming NHS dentistry, Which? welcomes the findings but fears that the state of NHS dentistry is so bad that the measures to stem the flow of dentists to the private sector may be too late. - 11 November 2004
Drug reform lacks potency, says Which?
Today's announcement by the Government that the(MHRA) is to become less covert in its dealings is welcome, but fails to address the continuing problems of allowing inappropriate drug advertising to reach both the public and healthcare professionals. - 15 October 2004
MHRA 'not up to vetting job', says Which?
Which? will today (14:10:04) tell the Health Select Committee that the MHRA is failing in key aspects of its job, particularly the vetting of advertisements for both prescription and OTC medicines, and that such areas of its remit should be removed. - 20 August 2004
Govt. ambles while dentistry problems continue
Which? warns it's too soon to claim victory as it could be years before consumers reap any benefit from government's proposals announced today on private dentistry. - 29 July 2004
Which? reiterates heart drug warning
Which? response to launch of the statin Zocor. - 22 July 2004
Quangos a goner
Response to today's announcement that the Department of Health will reduce the number of 'arms length' NHS bodies. - 19 July 2004
NHS star ratings system scores low
As the Healthcare Commission prepares to publish this year's NHS star ratings, Which? research today shows that less than half of consumers were aware of star ratings and almost half of them are unlikely to use them to help them choose a health service. - 16 July 2004
Dental proposals won't fill the gap
Which? welcomes the additional resources and funding promised by the government for NHS dentistry today. - 26 May 2004
Is NHS dentistry in crisis despite Govt. promises?
Reaction to today's (26.05.04) announcement by the British Dental Association (BDA) that thousands of dentists may reduce or stop NHS work as a result of Government plans to reform dental services. - 12 May 2004
UK public to be used as guinea pigs
Today's (12.05.04) announcement by the government that Zocor is to be made available to the public over the counter is tantamount to using the UK public as guinea pigs and smacks of a cost-cutting exercise. - 26 January 2004
New procedures may not prevent another Shipman
Which? is today (26.01.04) warning that many of the Government's proposed reforms to the NHS complaints and redress system do not go far enough and would not prevent another Shipman case.
