1. NHS Sussex and Healthwatch announce new role

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    NHS Sussex and Healthwatch in Sussex announce a new role supporting our strategy for Improving Lives Together

  2. Loneliness Awareness Week

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    Monday 12th June - Sunday 18th June 2023.

  3. Witterings Library Pop-Up

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  4. Haywards Health Library Pop-Up

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  5. Broadwater Library Pop-Up

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  6. Worthing Library Pop-Up

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  7. Durrington Library Pop-Up

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  8. Goring Library Pop-Up

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  9. Steyning Library Pop-Up

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  10. Haywards Health Library Pop-Up

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  11. Cost of living - a barrier to healthcare for the most vulnerable

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    The cost of living is having a detrimental impact on people's decisions about their healthcare. But if you are disabled, on means-tested benefits or aged 18-24, you're more likely to avoid vital health services due to the fear of extra costs.

  12. Southbourne Library Pop-Up

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  13. Heads Up - June 2023

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    Keeping you up to date with health and social care news

  14. Where to get help in the hot weather

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    Health services across Sussex are reporting high levels of demand this week with an increased number of people seeking medical help because of the heat. Find out where to get help

  15. Primary care complaints are changing

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    From 1 July, primary care complaints function will be changing. Find out what these changes will mean.

  16. Impact & Performance Report: July – September 2022 (Q2)

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    Here is a summary of the breadth and depth of our work from July – September 2022, issues/concerns and our forward plan for the next 3 months.

  17. Impact & Performance Report: October - December 2022 (Q3)

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    Here is a summary of the breadth and depth of our work from October - December 2022, issues/concerns and our forward plan for the next 3 months

  18. Impact & Performance Report: January - March 2023 (Q4)

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    Here is a summary of the breadth and depth of our work from January - March 2023, issues/concerns and our forward plan for the next 3 months.

  19. Healthwatch West Sussex Annual Report for 2022-23

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    We are delighted to share ‘Together we’re making health and social care better’, our Annual Report for 2022-23.

  20. Spotlight Report: The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust’s Living Well Programme

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    The Living Well Programme is now running a new online version of the course via Microsoft Teams

  21. Chilgrove Community Hub Survey Findings

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    This report is based on the responses for the Chilgrove Community Hub.

  22. Bersted Community Hub Survey Findings

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    This report is based on the responses for the Chilgrove Community Hub

  23. Message from Louise Ansari, Chief Executive, Healthwatch England

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    An update from Louise after attending 3 events in London.

  24. Stories from new mothers: the importance of good communication

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    The commitment to personalised care has been a cornerstone of NHS policy on maternity care for many years. A crucial part of personalised care is good communication, listening and agreeing on actions together. In this blog, we share new mothers' stories highlighting the role of communication and choice.

  25. Heads Up - July 2023

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    Keeping you up to date with health and social care news

  26. 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.

  27. MP pushes for legal visiting rights at care homes and hospitals

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    A Labour MP has challenged all parties to give care home residents and hospital patients a legal right to visits from a ‘care supporter’, in the latest stage of campaign that sprung from pandemic restrictions.

  28. GP Patient Survey 2023

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    The latest GP Patient Survey results have been published.

  29. 'You're Welcome'establishing youth-friendly health and care services

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    Guidance for the development of health and care services for adolescents.

  30. Health and Social Care Committee report on NHS Dentistry

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    The Health and Social Care Committee’s report on NHS Dentistry.

  31. Top 10 ways to get the most out of your next dental appointment

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    Take a look at Healthwatch Englands tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost.

  32. 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.

  33. The NHS Sussex Prescription Ordering Direct (POD) service is closing

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    From 29th September 2023, patients will not be able to order repeat prescriptions using the NHS Sussex POD telephone service. Responsibility for repeat prescriptions is being taken over by individual GP practices.

  34. National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2022

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    The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2022 results have been published.

  35. 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.

  36. British Sign Language first aid resources now available from St John Ambulance

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    St John Ambulance has set up the CPR Community Network to ensure that everyone has access to basic life support training in person, online or by using their Resource Hub to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency

  37. Findon Valley Library Pop-Up

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  38. Burgess Hill Library Pop-Up

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  39. 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.

  40. Have your say - Easy Read

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    Download an Easy Read version of our 'Have your say' form.

  41. How do the public and NHS staff feel about virtual wards?

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    The report is looking at how people feel about virtual wards.

  42. Expert panel says government behind on improving pharmacy services

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    Pharmacy services are yet to reach their full potential for patients, according to an expert panel’s report for a committee of MPs.

  43. Heads Up - August 2023

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    Keeping you up to date with health and social care news

  44. Henfield Library Library Pop-Up

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  45. South Down National Park and Community Transport Pilot Report

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    The South Downs National Park is the National Park for all and has an ambition to be used by more diverse groups – those who do not currently access the National Park - to encourage the benefits of greenspaces as a way of supporting people’s health and wellbeing.

  46. Your Voice. Your Decision

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    A lasting power of attorney (LPA) gives you a voice and protects your decisions. They are helpful for everyone over the age of 18. This legal document makes it easier for the people you trust to support you when you need it most.

  47. 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.

  48. Annual NHS Dental Statistics for England

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    New figures published today in the annual report on NHS Dental Statistics for England in 2022-23, show that NHS dentists still see fewer people than pre-pandemic. Read Healthwatch England's response.