1. NHS Dental Recovery Plan - Healthwatch's response

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    Under a new plan published by the Government, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year.

  2. 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.

  3. NHS to roll out ‘Martha’s Rule’

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    NHS England has announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

  4. 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.

  5. Update from the Breast Screening Team

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    The reports have been instrumental in supporting the service by providing valuable data and insights that have enabled the team to identify areas of improvement and implement follow-up actions.

  6. A new provider for Non-Emergency Patient Transport in Sussex

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    Following a detailed procurement process including robust and thorough validation checks, NHS Sussex has appointed ERS Transition Limited, trading as EMED Group, to be the new provider of Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS) for the people in Sussex.

  7. NHS launches campaign to find 'missing millions' with undiagnosed high blood pressure

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    Millions at risk from 'silent killer' as NHS campaign warns there are often 'no clues' when it comes to high blood pressure.

  8. West Sussex Community Food Hubs

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    West Sussex County Council is working in partnership with UKHarvest, a food rescue charity, to reduce food waste and provide access to affordable food using rescued produce.

  9. Temporary change to the opening hours at Crawley Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC).

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    This change has been agreed by to ensure the service can continue to operate safely and deliver high quality care to patients.

  10. 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.