1. NHS misses A&E waiting time target for March 2024

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    On 11th April, it was confirmed that NHS Trusts had missed the nationally set target to admit, discharge or transfer 76% of patients within 4 hours of arriving at A&E by March 2024

  2. Menopause support groups

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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.

  3. Enter and View Report: The Emergency Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital March 2024

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    Healthwatch Brighton & Hove undertook an Enter and View visit to the Emergency Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital - read about what they found and our recommendations.

  4. Pharmacy opening times, May Bank Holiday 2024

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    Information about pharmacy opening times

  5. Share your view to help improve men’s access to mental health services across Brighton & Hove and East Sussex

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    Are you a man 18 years+ in Brighton & Hove or E. Sussex? Take part in UOK's short survey & have the chance to win a £25 Amazon gift card!

  6. Views about Memory Assessment Services (MAS)

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    In April 2024, the three local Healthwatch in Sussex sought people's experiences of Memory Assessment Services in Sussex. We asked six questions and produced a two-page summary report.

  7. Understanding the use and attitudes of digital technology among ethnic minority elders in Brighton and Hove

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    This report outlines findings surrounding the use and attitudes of digital technology among ethnic minority elders in Brighton and Hove. This report informs a second work package which intends to support future engagement in research from this underserved population.

    22 people shared their views and experiences surrounding digital technology. The conversations explored people's digital skills, how digital technology is used, issues surrounding trust, accessing health services, and issues related to age and ethnicity.

  8. Deaf and hard of hearing people's healthcare experiences

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    It's important that deaf and hard-of-hearing people can get information in an accessible way. But feedback suggests not all services are complying with key legislation.

  9. Have your say on new rights for patients

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    The Government has launched a consultation on the NHS Constitution, which sets out your rights as an NHS patient. Read why it's important to have your say.

  10. Have you have been seen, or cared for, by a Physician Associate?

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    Healthwatch would like to hear from you if you have been seen, or cared for, by a Physician Associate. Our 6-question survey will take just a few minutes to complete and closes on 31st May.

  11. Whooping cough advice

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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.

  12. City’s children’s services rated "outstanding"

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    Brighton & Hove’s children’s services have been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by an Ofsted Inspection of Local Authority Children Services (ILACS).

  13. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

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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.

  14. 10 top tips to get the most out of your GP appointment

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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.

  15. What should you expect from home care services?

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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?

  16. 10 top tips to get the most out of your dental appointment

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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.