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Independent review into the state of residential care in East Sussex
Healthwatch East Sussex (HWES) the local independent watchdog for health and social care publishes its latest report looking at the … Read more
Hastings Community Support Service rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission
Hastings Community Support Service in Dalmeny Road, East Sussex has been rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission following an … Read more
Have your say in shaping future NHS dermatology services
High Weald, Lewes and Havens Clinical Commissioning Group are proposing changes to your local dermatology services. They recently held a … Read more
Patients across Sussex report improving service
Non-emergency Patient Transport Services (PTS) across Sussex continue to improve according to independent watchdog, Healthwatch. Patients and carers give their views on their experiences … Read more
Hand Hygiene Promoted at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
The Trust’s Infection Prevention and Control team has been raising awareness of the importance of hand hygiene to prevent health … Read more
Maternity services at the Conquest Hospital, Hastings reviewed by Healthwatch
Most women and families interviewed by Healthwatch East Sussex (HWES) spoke about positive experiences citing friendly, warm, helpful staff as … Read more
Donation towards refurbishment of Maternity Bereavement Room
Jess Hales has raised and donated £4,000 towards the refurbishment of the Maternity Bereavement Room at Conquest Hospital following the … Read more
Medication Passport launched
Medication Passports have been launched at the Eastbourne District General Hospital to help people keep track of their medicines. They … Read more
East Sussex Healthcare Trust Performs well in National Lung Cancer Audit
The National Lung Cancer Audit shows the Trust performing above the national average in all the parameters of performance. In … Read more
HRH Princess Alexandra visits hospital to mark the 70th Anniversary of the formation of the Friends of Eastbourne Hospitals
Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra is to visit Eastbourne District General Hospital on 10th May to mark the 70th anniversary … Read more
A Fond Farewell to Frances
After 2 years at East Sussex Community Voice (ESCV), on 27th March Frances O’Donnell moved on to pastures new. Frances … Read more
South East Coast Ambulance Service preparing for busy Easter weekend
South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SECAmb) is asking for the public’s continued support over what is expected … Read more
Vulnerable patients in Hastings have their voices heard
Healthwatch East Sussex – your local independent watchdog publishes two reports today about the views and experiences of some of the … Read more
Choosing care is one of life’s most stressful experiences but trusted information can help, finds CQC
Choosing adult social care in England is one of the biggest sources of stress compared to other key life events, … Read more
Equality Delivery System 2 – Invitation to Grading Workshop
The Equality Delivery System 2 (EDS2) is a national framework to support the NHS in delivering personal, fair and more … Read more
Have your say on the savings proposals for Adult Social Care services
East Sussex County Council agreed its budget for 2018/19 at its meeting on 6 February. It will see the Council … Read more
Demelza offers a community hospice at home service for children and young people up to the age of 19, providing therapies, respite and end of life care in the comfort of a child’s own home across East Sussex.
Demelza specialist nurses also provide care and support in other community settings, allowing a child or young person to continue … Read more
Let’s Get You Home video launched
A new video has been launched to explain the NHS Let’s Get You Home initiative to patients and the public … Read more
East Sussex health and social care: an aligned vision in place but further work required says CQC review
The Care Quality Commission has published its findings following a local system review of East Sussex. This report is one … Read more
Local MP visits Urology department
Local MP Stephen Lloyd visited the Urology Department at Eastbourne DGH. He met the ward and outpatient investigation teams as … Read more
