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Keep warm this winter with a warm home check
As we head into the colder months, we know many residents will be worrying about staying warm at home. Rises … Read more
Have your say on the proposed future location of specialist cancer services for children
NHS England (London and South East regions) is holding a consultation about very specialist cancer treatment services for children living … Read more
How to access Pharmacy and Prescriptions out of hours.
During engagement with people and communities, we have heard that it can be a struggle to know how to access … Read more
East Sussex Community Voice (ESCV) are recruiting a Senior Engagement Officer
Our host organisation, East Sussex Community Voice (ESCV) are recruiting a Senior Engagement Officer; this role will drive forward a … Read more
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Chalkhill CQC inspection results published
Following two inspections in June 2023, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has lowered its rating for Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation … Read more
What is Adult Social Care: Our Introductory Guide
Do you or a loved one need help with social care? Read the article below to find out answers to … Read more
Tell us your experiences of treatment for Ear Wax
Have you sought help or advice about an ear wax problem in the last two years? If so, Healthwatch East … Read more
Independent Advocacy Services in East Sussex
What is independent advocacy? An independent advocate can support and empower you to speak up for yourself, or to speak … Read more
Help with Healthcare Costs
Healthwatch East Sussex has heard about the impact of increases in the cost of living on people’s wellbeing and … Read more
Healthwatch statement on Royal Sussex Hospital
We can confirm that Healthwatch East Sussex is aware of a police investigation into allegations relating to several services at … Read more
Eastbourne Listening Tour – One Year On Drop In
Last year Healthwatch East Sussex hosted the Eastbourne Listening Tour between the 15th and the 30th of October 2022. During … Read more
People urged to support the local NHS ahead of joint historic industrial action
The NHS in Sussex is calling on the public’s support to help ensure emergency care is available for those … Read more
Wave Of Light – Baby Loss Awareness Week 2023
The 9th to the 15th October 2023 is Baby Loss Awareness Week, a globally recognised event that provides an … Read more
Join the East Sussex VCSE Alliance at their 2nd Annual Conference.
On Wednesday 8th November the 2nd annual East Sussex VCSE Conference will be held at The View Hotel Eastbourne. The … Read more
Sussex-wide Women’s Health Focus Groups
Do you have experience of accessing women’s healthcare services in Sussex? Possability People will be hosting focus groups on behalf … Read more
September 2023 Advice for patients during the latest industrial action by doctors
People urged to support the NHS over the coming weeks as it braces for latest industrial action Junior doctors and … Read more
Your guide to Shingles
Shingles is an infection that causes a painful rash. More information on Shingles is available from the NHS here. What … Read more
World Sepsis Day 2023
Today (13th September) is World Sepsis Day, a global day of raising awareness about Sepsis across the world. What is … Read more
Update on Seasonal Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations
NHS England is moving forward the timetable for the autumn COVID-19 and flu vaccine rollouts. From Monday 11th September, thousands … Read more
NHS Sussex survey – Understanding your experiences of Social Prescribing in Sussex
NHS Sussex would like to understand the views and experiences of local people who have accessed social prescribing. Social … Read more
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust – Annual General Meeting 2023
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust are holding their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 12 September at St Mark’s Church … Read more
What Matters To You: new adult social care strategy for East Sussex
East Sussex County Council have launched ‘What Matters To You: care, support and independence for adults in East Sussex’ is … Read more
August 2023 NHS in Sussex advice and information for patients and the public during NHS doctors industrial action
Our colleagues at Sussex Health and Care have shared the following advice for the public during upcoming industrial action. People are … Read more
‘Your Voice Counts: Celebrating 10 years of Healthwatch’ – Feedback from the Healthwatch East Sussex Annual Event 2023
Our 2023 Annual Event ‘Your Voice Counts: Celebrating 10 years of Healthwatch’ was held at The View Hotel, Eastbourne in July 2023. … Read more
