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Results of the GP Patient Survey 2023: Find out how your GP surgery performed
The GP Patient Survey 2023 Each year, IPSOS MORI the independent polling specialists, undertake a survey to find out how … Read more
Report by MPs calls for fundamental reform of NHS dental care
A new report published today by MPs into dental care has called for urgent reform so more people can access … Read more
NHS in Sussex advice and information for patients and the public during NHS doctors industrial action
Our colleagues at Sussex Health and Care have asked that we share the following message: The British Medical Association (BMA), … Read more
NHS in Sussex Where to get health help in the hot weather
The NHS in Sussex is asking people to take care in the hot weather, and reminding everyone where they can … Read more
NHS in Sussex advice and information for patients and the public during Junior Doctors industrial action
The NHS in Sussex is urging those who need urgent medical care that’s not an emergency to support the NHS … Read more
You can make a difference and improve health and care for people in your area
We champion public and patient voice in health and care, we listen to people’s views and make sure they are … Read more
Volunteers Week 2023
This week (1-7 June) is Volunteers Week, a national opportunity to recognise the incredible contribution volunteers make across our communities … Read more
Book your place now for the Healthwatch East Sussex Annual Event – 13th July 2023
Your Voice Counts: Celebrating 10 years of Healthwatch Date: Thursday 13th July 2023 Time: 13:30pm – 18:00pm Location: The … Read more
Pharmacy opening times: May 29th Bank Holiday 2023
To find an open pharmacy near you this Bank Holiday, you can visit the NHS England website here, or click the … Read more
Complaints – A Healthwatch East Sussex Guide to making a complaint about Health or Social Care
We often hear from people looking for more information and advice about what they can do if they have concerns … Read more
Read our latest insight on health and care issues
Our projects and initiatives have generated insight on health and care issues which we have recently published in a number … Read more
What should you expect after a dementia diagnosis
Receiving a dementia diagnosis can be a life-changing event, but knowing what support is available to you and what steps … Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week, hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, aims to get people talking about their mental health and … Read more
We’d like to know your experiences of NHS health and care in Sussex
We are supporting NHS Sussex in promoting a new survey to find out about your experiences and views of health … Read more
NHS Sussex and Healthwatch in Sussex announce a new role supporting our strategy for Improving Lives Together
Healthwatch in Sussex and NHS Sussex are pleased to announce a new role which has been created from 9th May … Read more
Care Quality Commission (CQC) downgrades local NHS Trust, but care remains “outstanding”
On Friday 12th May the Care Quality Commission (CQC) published its long-awaited report into University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust … Read more
Save the Date: Healthwatch East Sussex Annual Event 2023
On Thursday 13th July, we will be holding our 2023 Annual Event at The View Hotel in Eastbourne. The event … Read more
Updated: Dentistry – A Healthwatch guide to your rights and accessing the treatment you need
One of the key lessons for Healthwatch has been that many members of the public, including those who regularly attend … Read more
People urged to “save emergency services for saving lives”
Our colleagues at Sussex Health and Care have asked us to share the following messaging: The NHS in Sussex is … Read more
Your views on Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services (NEPTS)
NHS Sussex is reviewing the situation across the county for people who need transport to, from and between NHS healthcare … Read more
