1. Record NHS waiting times - behind every number is someone's story

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    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.

  2. Maternal mental health awareness week

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  3. Deaf awareness week

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  4. Dying matters awareness week

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  5. Using tech to monitor your health at home - what can the NHS learn?

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    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.

  6. Patients share their experiences of using A&E at the Royal Sussex County Hospital

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    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.

  7. Press release (28.4.22) More misery for patients and staff at our local A&E department

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    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

  8. Healthwatch Newsletter - April 2022

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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.

  9. Healthwatch England chair to step down

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    Sir Robert Francis QC to step down as our chair and from the Care Quality Commission Board

  10. Healthwatch continues to support our city's COVID-19 Vaccination Enquiry Service

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    Healthwatch Brighton and Hove volunteers continues to play a big role in supporting the Covid-19 vaccination enquiry line

  11. Lack of NHS dental appointments widens health inequalities

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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.

  12. How can you find an NHS dentist?

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    Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.

  13. May is Skin Cancer Month

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  14. Steps that can help people waiting for NHS treatment

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    The latest figures from the NHS show that the number of people waiting for NHS treatment has increased by 180,000. Read Healthwatch's response.

  15. Healthwatch's responses to the UK COVID-19 Inquiry draft terms of reference

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    Read Healthwatch's submission to the COVID-19 Inquiry draft terms of reference consultation.

  16. Accident and emergency services in Sussex

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    Do you need emergency medical treatment?

  17. Does the NHS have to provide an interpreter?

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    Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

  18. Carers Week 6—12 June 2022

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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.

  19. Healthwatch newsletter (May 2022)

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

  20. PRESS RELEASE: A SHORTAGE OF GPs IN BRIGHTON LEAVING PATIENTS STRUGGLING TO GET AN APPOINTMENT (6.6.2022)

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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

  21. A big thank you to our hard working Healthwatch volunteers

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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

  22. Healthwatch's response to Messenger review of NHS leadership

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    Our national director Louise Ansari responds to General Sir Gordon Messenger and Dame Linda Pollard’s review of health and care leadership.

  23. We need to focus on inequalities to address NHS waiting list - a Healthwatch England report

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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.

  24. Shining a light on the struggles surrounding social care - An article from Healthwatch England

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    Social care support changes people’s lives but sadly, not everyone gets the support they need. We want to understand what life is like when you can’t get support or if the support you get just isn’t enough.

  25. Your questions about Non-emergency patient transport put to the provider

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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

  26. Updating you on the changes to health and care across Sussex from July 2022

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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.

  27. NHS dentistry - a Healthwatch bulletin

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    Our latest bulletin provides information about the current dental crisis, how Healthwatch is helping, and guidance for patients

  28. Cervical Screening Awareness Week 20-26 June 2022

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    This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week.

  29. Deaf people can now use a video app to contact 999

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    Deaf people can now download and use an app to communicate to a BSL interpreter who will then relay the information to emergency services.

  30. LGBTQ+ people share their experiences of health and social care services

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    Our project supported LGBTQ+ people in Brighton and Hove to share their experiences of health and social care services.

  31. Healthwatch newsletter (June 2022)

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

  32. Healthwatch Brighton and Hove - Annual Report 2022

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    We release our Annual Report covering the period to March 2022, which highlights the work and achievements over the past year.

  33. How to access mental health support if you're lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender

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    Mental health problems are more common among lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBTQ+) people. If you are struggling, feel alone or need a little help, then check out our guide on how you can get the support you need - Advice from Healthwatch

  34. Press Release: Healthwatch Brighton Annual Report 2022 published

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    We have launched our Annual Report for 2021-2022

  35. What mental health support is available for children and young people

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    The Children and Young People's Sussex Mental Healthline went live on Monday 4 July 2022.

  36. Post pandemic: What are people telling us about mental health support?

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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.

  37. Getting help in a mental health crisis

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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.

  38. Ian tells his mental health story. What's yours?

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    Ian shares his story of trying to access mental health support and its impact on his wellbeing. Do you have an account that NHS services could learn from?

  39. The Samaritans - The big listen

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  40. World Breastfeeding Week

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  41. Black history month

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  42. ADHD awareness month (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

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  43. https://www.apdo.co.uk/adhd-awareness-month/

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  44. World mental health day

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  45. 72,000 people in Sussex will be invited for an NHS lung health check

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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.

  46. New Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) service launched in Sussex

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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

  47. PRESS RELEASE: Healthwatch feedback contributes to reform of NHS dentistry (20.7.2022)

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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

  48. NHS acts on your feedback to improve dental care

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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