covid
Healthwatch's response: UK COVID-19 Inquiry draft terms of reference
Read Healthwatch's submission to the COVID-19 Inquiry draft terms of reference consultation.
16 May 2022
Response
waiting
Steps that can help people waiting for NHS treatment
The latest figures from the NHS show that the number of people waiting for NHS treatment has increased by 180,000. Read Healthwatch's response.
12 May 2022
Response
dental
How can you find an NHS dentist?
Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.
9 May 2022
Advice and Information
dental
Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities
A new survey of public attitudes to NHS dentistry shows that half of the adults in England find dental charges unfair amid escalating living costs. Healthwatch have warned decision-makers that NHS dentistry is in desperate need of reform.
9 May 2022
News
Jabs
COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Information about the COVID-19 vaccination programme
6 May 2022
News
covid
Healthwatch continues to support our city's COVID-19 Vaccination Enquiry Service
Healthwatch Brighton and Hove volunteers continues to play a big role in supporting the Covid-19 vaccination enquiry line
3 May 2022
Report
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Healthwatch England chair to step down
Sir Robert Francis QC to step down as our chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board
3 May 2022
News
Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton, side angle view
Press release (28.4.22) More misery for patients and staff at our local A&E department
Healthwatch understand that the CQC have been carrying out an unannounced inspection at the Royal Sussex County Hospital this week due to ongoing concerns about the pressure on staff and quality of care
29 April 2022
News
Roadside View, Front of Royal Sussex County Hospital, Cars parked outside
Patients share their experiences of using A&E at the Royal Sussex County Hospital
Our attached report details examples of patient experiences of using the A&E department at our local hospital- both positive and where there are lessons to be learnt.
29 April 2022
Report
home
Using tech to monitor your health at home - what can the NHS learn?
People with high blood pressure are increasingly being asked to monitor their condition at home. Find out what people think of using technology to keep tabs on their health and how they think the NHS can improve support.
26 April 2022
News
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Record NHS waiting times - behind every number is someone's story
The latest NHS data shows that a record number of people are waiting for care, although the number of people waiting a year or more has fallen slightly. Read our response.
14 April 2022
Response
help
Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?
Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.
8 April 2022
Advice and Information