News and reports

Stoptober is a national campaign calling on smokers in England to join the 2.5 million others who have made a quit attempt with the campaign previously.

In September 2024, Healthwatch sought experiences of hospital discharge, the process of supporting people to leave hospital effectively after treatment.

Cervical screening, previously known as a smear test, saves over 4,000 lives every year in the UK. However, some people find it uncomfortable, so it’s important to know what support is available and what adjustments you can request.

Throughout September 2023 we conducted a Listening Tour across Rye and Rural Rother to meet people where they are and capture their experiences of local health and care. We are delighted to share our Rye Listening Tour, One Year On Report.

Kidney Cancer UK have launched their 11th annual patient survey and would like your support in taking the survey.

In August 2024, the three Healthwatch teams in Sussex sought your experiences of of having your eyes tested.

Eye tests play a huge part in making sure your eyes stay healthy. The NHS recommends you should have your eyes tested every two years (more often if advised by your ophthalmic practitioner or optometrist). A detailed explanation of NHS eye tests is available on the NHS website.

This year’s National Eye Health Week takes place from 23-29 September 2024, promoting the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for all.

South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) wants you to have your say on Patient and Public Engagement Strategy. The survey includes four questions which will only take a few minutes to complete.

Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions can affect your joints, bones and muscles and sometimes associated tissues such as your nerves. They can range from minor injuries to long-term conditions.

The NHS across Sussex is set to lead on a major training exercise on 18 and 19 September 2024 at Eastbourne District General Hospital (EDGH) and the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at Lewes Victoria Hospital.

On the 28th August 2024 Healthwatch England shared their report ‘A local diagnosis: Learning the lessons of Community Diagnostic Centres’. The research unpacks people’s experiences of using Community Diagnostic Centres nationally and lessons for expanding community-based care.

10th September 2024, marks World Suicide Prevention Day, which is a global movement focusing on raising awareness of suicide, reducing stigma, and encouraging strategies and actions to prevent suicide.