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Help those with dementia lead better lives, this Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week (17-23 May) encourages everyone to take action to improve the lives of people affected by the condition.

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Video consulting with your NHS

A quick guide for patients

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How to get an NHS dentist appointment during COVID-19

Routine dental care has had to change because of COVID-19, with many people struggling to access NHS services. Here’s some information on how to access an NHS dentist now COVID-19 restrictions are eased.

Library Service Support for Care Homes and Family Carers

Find out how West Sussex Library Service can help you stay in contact with your loved one in a care home. You can also find online singing and reminiscence sessions to watch at home, as well as wellbeing and bereavement support.

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COVID-19: What you need to know when visiting a care home

Take a look at what the guidance around visiting your loved ones in care homes means in practice.

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Cancer Alliance and local charity join forces to raise awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms

Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance (SSCA) has joined forces with local charity GRACE to raise awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer and encourage women to seek medical help sooner.

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Eating Disorder Week 2021

We are supporting Eating Disorder week which is taking place 1-7 March 2021. Beat is hosting the campaign to create a future where people experiencing binge eating disorder are met with understanding and compassion.

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Find new ways to express yourself this Children’s Mental Health Week

Children and young people are being encouraged to explore different ways of expressing themselves for this year’s Children’s Mental Health Week (1-7 February).

1 February 2021

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Think you need to go to A&E? Call NHS 111 first

The NHS is providing a new and more convenient way for you to access urgent care. Find out what this means for you and your loved ones.

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Help us help you to get the treatment you need – advice and information on using the NHS during the pandemic

If you need medical help you should still contact your GP practice, use NHS 111 online or call 111. If you are told to go to hospital it is important that you go to hospital.

15 December 2020

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Coping with loneliness and isolation

For those living alone sometimes loneliness and isolation can become unbearable and have an impact on their mental and physical health.

15 December 2020

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Coping with family pressures

The winter months bring extra challenges with financial pressures, families all under one roof, and combined with the stress of coping with Covid-19 this year.

15 December 2020