News and reports

NHS Sussex have worked with a group of young people to create a new online platform for Sussex people aged 13-24yrs. This is now live and looking for new members!

A guide from The Patients Association to provide the knowledge and tools you need so that you are prepared to get the most out of your care.

Healthwatch Brighton and Hove developed an interest in digital technology (text, email, going online for appointments) given the dramatic shift to digital GP access since the Covid-19 pandemic.

We know that certain people are less likely to use digital technology and could face disadvantage, for example by being unable to book GP appointments online.

In this review, we summarise 11 projects where we have examined digital technology as a means of accessing and holding appointments with health and care professionals.

Healthwatch shared a summary of our intelligence and insight which were incorporated into a paper for members of The Health & Wellbeing Board.

Desktop research findings which consolidate information about young people’s experiences of vaping to support our ongoing research.

Children's Mental Health Week is 3rd - 9th of February, and Place2Be is encouraging everyone to take a proactive approach to children's mental health support.

Healthwatch in Sussex want to hear about your experience experiences of accessing Neurodevelopmental Services in this six-question poll.

Healthwatch England's annual report outlines how the public’s stories have changed care for the better, and the work Healthwatch is doing to make sure that the health and social care system puts patients at its very heart.

A report on how Healthwatch uses your feedback to improve health and social care services - January 2025.

Our Spotlight is an opportunity to share local projects, organisations and events which benefit the community. This month we’re spotlighting… Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove.

This improved urgent dental care is designed to help people access the support they need, as quickly and conveniently as possible.

Cervical Cancer Prevention Week is 20th - 26th of January, with the NHS encouraging everyone to contact their GP or local sexual health clinic to book a screening.