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Sir Robert Francis QC to step down as our chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board -
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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. -
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Do you need emergency medical treatment? -
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This year there will be a Carers Festival in Brighton and Hove to celebrating the role of unpaid carers in our city. -
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A recent BBC article reported Nuffield Trust data showing that Brighton has some of the fewest GPs in England, with just 44 GPs per 100,000 patients -
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For Volunteers’ Week 2022, we want to say a huge thank you to our hard working, dedicated team of Healthwatch volunteers -
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Current hospital backlogs have had a huge impact on patients waiting for treatment. But women, those on a low income or from an ethnic minority background, are more likely to have a worse experience of waiting for care. -
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Healthwatch in Sussex is working with the provider of non-emergency transport services to host a series of patient forums so that your questions can be answered -
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From 1 July 2022 the way health and care is arranged in England has changed. A Sussex Health and Care System has been developed to improve how it works for the population and their staff. -
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We have launched our Annual Report for 2021-2022 -
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Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the Healthwatch network asked people about their experiences of getting mental health support. Three years on, we look at what has changed and the questions the NHS needs to answer. -
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If you need to get help with your mental health - or are worried about a family member or friend - here are some things you can do. -
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Welcome to our April 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Welcome to our March 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Welcome to our February 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Welcome to our January 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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People aged 55 to 74 living in Brighton and Hove, and Crawley will be invited to an NHS lung health check over the next 18 months in a drive to improve earlier diagnosis of lung cancer and save more lives. -
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Thousands of patients with ear, nose and throat problems are going to benefit from quicker and more direct access to support and treatment after the launch of Sussex’s brand-new ENT service -
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NHS England has announced changes (on 19th July) to the NHS dental contract – the first in 16 years, which should start to improve access for patients
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Thanks to you, NHS England will take several steps to ensure better dental support for people with complex problems and improve the information for those trying to find an NHS dentist. Read our response -
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Welcome to our July 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Healthwatch England finds that record NHS waiting times appear to be increasing the number of people paying for private care, according to a new BBC analysis. Read their response -
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The NHS has announced a new plan and more money to improve support for Long Covid. Find out how the experiences you shared helped make the difference. -
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Following an unannounced inspection in April 2022, the CQC, Care Quality Commission have downgraded the Royal Sussex County Hospital Accident & Emergency Department from "Good" to "Required Improvement". Read our press release. -
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NHS England has achieved the first milestone in its plan to eliminate backlogs caused by Covid. Read Healthwatch England's response. -
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We are delighted to announce that Geoffrey Bowden has been appointed Chair of Healthwatch Brighton and Hove. -
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Welcome to our August 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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New plans to open surgical hubs should reduce the backlog of patients waiting for care. Healthwatch England's National Director Louise Ansari highlights the need for a focus on tackling health inequalities. -
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Patients registered with Coldean’s New Larchwood Surgery have managed to reverse last year’s decision by the Practice to reduce its hours and services. -
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Have you or your loved one struggled to get a GP referral for tests or treatment? -
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Healthwatch England Chair and National Director respond to the death of Queen Elizabeth II -
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NHS England seeking feedback from those with recent experience of emergency and urgent care services -
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Healthwatch Brighton & Hove is sharing this information on behalf of Bria Browne – PhD Student, Brighton & Sussex Medical School -
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The government will today announce its plans to improve access to GPs, including same-day appointments for those that need them. Read on Healthwatch England's response. -
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This document provides a summary of the public enquiries we received between July to September 2022. -
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Would you know where to turn for social care support? New polling finds over 40% of people don’t. This confusion can result in people not getting the care they need. Read Healthwatch England's latest findings. -
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The NHS want better health and care for all across Sussex, today and in the future. -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove has announced that Alan Boyd is to become its new Chief Executive Officer in April 2023 taking over from David Liley, who will be retiring. -
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Welcome to our October 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove's work with the patients of New Larchwood Surgery, resulting in the practice reversing its decision to reduce hours and services, has received Highly Commended by a national awards scheme.
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published its annual State of Care report, which highlights that gridlocked health and care system is leading to deterioration in people’s access to and experience of care. -
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Terrence Higgins Trust, the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity, are conducting a research project regarding unmet need in sexual health, which involves a survey and individual interviews. -
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NHS Sussex calls on people in Sussex to be more Diabetes aware. -
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Welcome to our November 2022 Healthwatch newsletter. This includes information about our work, updates on health, social care and COVID-19. -
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Help individuals with a learning disability stay well this winter -
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Healthwatch’s response to the CQC report on gastrointestinal surgery at Royal Sussex County Hospital -
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Dry January …. 31 days alcohol-free, a break and a total reset for the body and mind with Alcohol Change UK. -
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Read our December update to find out more about the projects we have been working on. If you are interested in learning more about our projects, please get in touch office@healthwatchbrightonandhove.co.uk -
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