1. Expansion of Clinical Pharmacist in GPs scheme

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    Over 500,000 more patients in Sussex will soon benefit from having a Clinical Pharmacist at their GP, who can give expert advice on routine medication and treatment.

  2. Following up on worries about GP referrals for treatment

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    There has been national news coverage over the last few day about patient referrals for NHS treatment and Coastal West Sussex Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has been named as running a scheme to reduce referrals from GP practices.

  3. Pilot project aims to help patients who need access to wider community services

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    Did you know that around 70% of people who visit their GP have an underlining issue which isn't necessarily medical?

  4. Patients of Fitzalan Medical Group, Littlehampton learn their practice has gone into special measure

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    Fitzalan Medical Group share the disappointing news that today the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has placed their surgeries in Littlehampton into special measures.

  5. Local residents in Pulborough, Petworth and Midhurst have their voices heard

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    We spent five weeks in Pulborough, Petworth and Midhurst in November/December 2017 talking to local residents about their views and experiences accessing health and care services.

  6. Breast screening error 'shortened up to 270 lives'

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    You may have heard yesterday that up to 270 women in England may have died because they did not receive invitations to a final routine breast cancer screening, the Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt says.

  7. Do you have blood in your pee?

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    If you spot blood in your pee, even if it's 'only the once', go and see your doctor.

  8. Clinically Effective Commissioning (CEC) update

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    NHS in Sussex has been working together to review and standardise non-emergency treatments and procedures available to patients across the area.

  9. GP Surgeries open for longer

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    From 1st October 2018, GP surgeries will now be open for longer.

  10. Public confident in today's NHS but pessimistic about the future, finds Healthwatch England

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    New national polling reveals that most people (61%) are confident that the NHS and care services are able to meet any current health needs they may have.

  11. Have you had your AAA screening?

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    The Sussex Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme, provided by Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT), is encouraging men aged 65 and over to seriously consider the offer of AAA screening.

  12. Three Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) have legal directions lifted

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    Three CCGs within the Central Sussex and East Surrey Commissioning Alliance have had legal directions related to quality of leadership lifted by NHS England, just ten months after moving to a shared Accountable Officer and Executive Team.

  13. Closure of The Lawns GP Surgery in Rustington

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    Dr Shlosberg, the GP Partner at The Lawns Surgery in Rustington, has formally informed NHS Coastal West Sussex of his intention to retire this summer and as a result The Lawns Surgery will close on 30 June 2019.

  14. Your local NHS is changing, and it needs your help

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    With growing pressure on the NHS – an ageing population, more people living with long-term conditions, and lifestyle choices affecting people’s health – changes are needed to make sure everybody gets the support they need.

  15. Local resident, Zea, urges people in West Sussex to have their say about changes to the NHS

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    Healthcare in West Sussex will only work if people get to have their say – urges local resident Zea Hudson.

  16. Heads Up - December 2019

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    Keeping you up to date with health and social care news

  17. Pharmacy, 111 or 999 – what do I need?

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    We have designed a new 'business card', to keep you understand whether you need Pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999 emergency help.

  18. Sussex cancer patients quiz cancer experts live online

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    Healthwatch held a webinar about Cancer services during COVID-19 on Thursday 11th June at 5pm. Watch the full recording of the video here.

  19. Enhanced NHS111 service launches for Kent, Medway & Sussex

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    From today the NHS 111 service in Kent, Medway and Sussex is being enhanced and it can now offer access to a wider range of health care professionals.

  20. Sussex Flu Vaccination Update

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    GPs and pharmacies are receiving batches of the vaccine during the flu season, and flu vaccination clinics are scheduled to coincide with these deliveries. This does mean some may have to wait longer than they would wish to attend flu clinics.

  21. Over 55s least likely to think care has improved over the pandemic

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    We are calling on people over 55 to share their experiences to help improve support after research indicates that they are the least likely to believe care has improved during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  22. Healthwatch West Sussex launch ‘Ask Us – Tell Us’ campaign for Lockdown 2

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    This week Healthwatch West Sussex launches the ‘Ask Us – Tell Us’ campaign to encourage local people to ask questions and share feedback on health and care services they use.

  23. Updates on the COVID-19 vaccination programme in West Sussex

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    Take a look at what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme, including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.

  24. Healthwatch West Sussex launch new campaign #ConfusingComms

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    Find out more about our latest campaign, aiming to help the NHS to improve their written communications to patients.

  25. NHS App

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    The NHS App will be available to use as a vaccine passport from Monday 17 May 2021.

  26. GPs must now offer face-to-face appointments according to new NHS guidance

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    While half of all GP appointments during the pandemic have still been face-to-face, many practices have turned to telephone or video appointments to help people access healthcare advice safely from home, where appropriate.

  27. Share your views on West Sussex Health and Care Vision and Aims

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    Sussex Health and Care Partnership want to develop a health and care vision. Share your views today.

  28. Opt-out of GP Patient Data Collection – extended until September 2021

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    A project which allows patients to opt out of having details of their GP medical records shared for health research and planning has been extended, meaning patients now have until September to opt out.

  29. Are you or your loved ones waiting for hospital care? Share your views

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    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.

  30. CQC publish State of Care report

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    Today, the health and care regulator, the Care Quality Commission, published their annual review of NHS and social care support. Read Healthwatch England response.

  31. Your care, your way – Join Healthwatch’s new campaign

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    Clear, understandable information is important to help you make the right health and care decisions. Join our campaign and have your say on what needs to change.

  32. New integrated health and care system launched on 1 July

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    From the start of July, the way health and care works in Sussex is changing to help give local people what they need to live longer healthier lives.

  33. Breast Cancer Screening Survey

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    We want to understand the reasons’ women do not take up the Breast Cancer Screening invitation to influence a positive change.

  34. GP Patient Survey 2023

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    The latest GP Patient Survey results have been published.

  35. NHS Digital Health Check to be launched next spring

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    This could mean an extra one million checks are undertaken over four years, while at the same time, easing pressure on GPs.

  36. Delays to NHS care: Understanding the impact

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    Healthwatch England has warned that people are currently experiencing multiple cancellations or postponements of care and that this has a has a significant impact on their lives and symptoms, while further increasing health inequalities.

  37. The future of general practice - the Government's response

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    The Health and Social Care Committee (HSCSC) published its report and the government has responded.

  38. NHS to roll out flu vaccines for children from September

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    Millions of children in England will be offered a flu vaccine from September, as the NHS steps up its life-saving vaccination programme to protect the country against deadly viruses ahead of winter.

  39. Healthwatch England's full recommendations from "The public's perspective"

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    As part of Healthwatch Englands report The public’s perspective: The state of health and social care, we have set out recommendations for decision makers across ten key areas.

  40. We’re here for you guides from NHS Sussex

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    A guide to improve access to health services in Crawley to ensure services meet the needs of the local population, now and in the future

  41. Share your feedback to improve care in your community

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    ‘Share for Better Care’, a new campaign launched by Healthwatch and the Care Quality Commission, addresses health inequalities across England.

  42. Your experiences of ‘Patients Know Best’

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    In February 2024, the three local Healthwatch in Sussex sought people’s experiences of ‘Patients Know Best’ through a short web-based survey.

  43. Help shape the future of the NHS

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    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.