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Read some information from University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust about Scarlet fever: advice for parents and carers -
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A guide for people living with a terminal illness -
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Health services are currently experiencing high levels of demand. At the same time staff sickness rates are rising due to COVID-19 cases in the community. On this page you will find information to help you get the care you need -
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Extra help is available for households in Brighton & Hove struggling to pay for food, energy and other essential costs. -
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It's a shocking fact that, despite being the fifth richest country in the world, there are 3 million UK residents who cannot afford their heat and power costs. -
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You may be able to save money by purchasing an NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate. -
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Pharmacy opening times: Easter Bank Holiday 2023 -
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Health Ministers have announced that from April, NHS prescription charges will rise. -
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During hot weather, health services may report on high levels of demand due to an increased number of people seeking medical help because of the heat. Find out where to get help. -
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The Department for Health and Social Care has updated the NHS Choice Framework. -
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Facing the future provides safe online support groups for people bereaved by suicide where they can talk through their feelings with others who have similar experiences. -
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The shingles vaccine helps protect against shingles. It's recommended for people at higher risk from shingles, including all adults turning 65, those aged 70 to 79 and those aged 50 and over with a severely weakened immune system. -
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A new volunteer-led support group has been created in East Sussex to support the estimated tens of thousands in the county with suspected or diagnosed endometriosis. -
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Please see the PDF below for the Christmas & New Year Pharmacy opening times in Sussex. -
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From 31 October 2023, GP surgeries must give patients online access to their new health record entries. Find out what information is in your record and how to access it. -
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Support and information for patients during the Junior Doctors strikes -
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The Integrated Care System for Sussex, Sussex Health and Care, has published advice and signposting for the ADHD medication shortage. -
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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. -
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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.
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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. -
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Patients are being urged to support the NHS by using services wisely during industrial action -
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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness -
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Brighton Women’s Centre (BWC) holds a monthly group to share experiences around the menopause and also runs a weekly online energy reset session. -
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Information about pharmacy opening times -
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New data, published last week, shows cases of whooping cough continue to increase with 1,319 cases confirmed in March. Whooping cough is known clinically as ‘pertussis’. Some maternity advice is provided below. -
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A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect. -
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We know from our conversations with the public that some patients report feeling rushed during appointments and struggling to make themselves heard. Here are some tips that could help you get the most out of visiting your GP. -
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The number of people being cared for in their own homes is increasing but what should you expect from home care services? -
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Everyone should be able to access good quality NHS dental services. Take a look at our top tips to help you get the most out of your next dental appointment.