News and reports

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Have you ever had or are you currently experiencing mental health issues? Does this apply to a friend or family member? We would like to hear about any mental health support including in your accommodation.

The Independent Review of Maternity Services at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, led by Donna Ockenden, has been published today. Read our response.

For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP.

Welcome to our March 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19.

Our latest report looks at the how local residents feel about the services they received at the East and Central Brighton Primary Care Network.

Our latest report highlights the views of service users and prescribers, of Brighton & Hove's Equipment and Adaptations Service.

More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust.