News and reports

This year’s National Eye Health Week will take place 22 – 28 September 2025. The Week aims to raise awareness of the importance of good eye health and the need for regular sight tests for all.

As part of National Sexual Health Week, we are highlighting the importance of treating our sexual health as seriously as we would any other aspect of our health, including regular checkups, testing for H.I.V. and sexually transmitted infections.

Find information about care and support services and homes in West Sussex.

Every September, blood pressure checks are taken by thousands to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

This day acknowledges food banks across the country who are working daily to support individuals experiencing crisis.

Long wait times for an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis make it difficult for people to get the support they need. New Healthwatch research has revealed an additional hurdle: the wait to get medication.

People at highest risk of infection with gonorrhoea will now be better protected from the disease, as the NHS and local authorities begin the rollout of a world-first vaccination programme in England.

These reports details our key activities for the last quarter, including how we have engaged with the public, a summary of the feedback we have collected, our reports, recommendations and any outcomes or impact made.

A new five-year strategy has been published which is the county’s overarching plan to improve the health and wellbeing of residents and communities across West Sussex and reduce health inequalities.

In July 2025, Healthwatch in Sussex were interested in hearing about people’s experiences of living with nutritional or dietary requirements.

166 people across Sussex shared their experiences with us.

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