Information for patients and the public
The Healthcare Commission is the independent watchdog for healthcare in England. We promote continuous improvement in the services provided by the NHS and independent healthcare organisations.
This section is for patients, carers, service users and the public. Here you can view information about how well your local services are performing and other highlights from our assessments.
Information for healthcare providers
This section is for healthcare professionals, clinicians, managers and commissioners of services. It contains detailed information about the performance of NHS and independent healthcare organisations.
In addition to the wide range of data that informs our assessments,
you'll find information about our investigations, reviews and inspections.
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More drug users are being provided with effective treatment services but these are still key areas for improvement
Joint press release from the Healthcare Commission and the National Treatment Agency for Substance Misuse
7 May 2008
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Healthcare watchdog launches biggest ever inspection programme in acute NHS trusts to check infection control
The Healthcare Commission today (Thursday) launches the biggest inspection programme ever carried out in NHS acute trusts to check whether they are meeting standards on infection control.
24 April 2008
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Healthcare Commission welcomes new national clinical advisor for nursing
Senior nurse Ann Close joins the Healthcare Commission this month as a national clinical advisor, responsible for providing the Commission with senior strategic advice on issues related to nursing and patient care.
15 April 2008
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