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NHS dentistry has been under pressure for some time. NHS dental teams have been working hard to meet rising demand. Read about the work being done to transform dentistry provision.

NHS England has today announced the rollout of ‘Martha’s Rule’ in hospitals across England from April, enabling patients and families to seek an urgent review if their condition deteriorates.

Read our response to the latest CQC report on Royal Sussex County Hospital.

Under a new plan published by the Government, people will benefit from millions more NHS dental appointments over the next year. Read our response.

Patients in South East will now be able to get treatment for seven common conditions at their high street pharmacy without needing to see a GP, as part of a major transformation in the way the NHS delivers care.

Healthwatch in Sussex would like to hear from you about your experiences of accessing NHS Sussex services

In January, HOSC received papers on NHS dentistry and Non-Emergency patient transport

Healthwatch England's blog brings together some of the key challenges people have shared about cervical screening with their local Healthwatch, including in Brighton & Hove.

Measles vaccination rates are at a ten-year low as cases rise nationwide. Find out about measles, who can get the vaccine, and what you can do to stay safe.

Patient engagement work carried out by Healthwatch in Sussex was praised at the January Brighton and Hove City Council's Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee. You can read more to discover how patient experiences have helped to positively influence the commissioning of a key local service.

The Integrated Care System for Sussex, Sussex Health and Care, has published advice and signposting for the ADHD medication shortage.