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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove is working in partnership with Switchboard to deliver this project. The purpose of this survey is to understand LGBTQ+ people’s experiences of services such as GP surgeries, hospitals, and to improve feedback systems. -
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Today, Healthwatch has published a report which looks at how to deliver personalised end of life care for LGBTQ+ patients. The results are from a Healthwatch review of published literature. We have worked with our NHS Trust to examine our findings. -
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New research by Healthwatch England shows that many NHS trusts are not meeting their legal duty to help people with additional communication needs. -
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With a record six million people currently waiting for hospital treatment, the NHS has today set out a plan to address backlogs that built up during the Covid-19 pandemic and tackle long waiting lists for care. Read our response. -
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So you can take part in our campaign Your Care, Your Way, we have created our survey in several alternative formats, including Easy Read. -
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A record six million people are currently waiting for hospital treatment. The NHS has set out a plan to address backlogs that built up during the COVID-19 pandemic and tackle long waiting lists for care. -
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Brighton patients succeed in reversing cuts to GP practice with the help of Healthwatch B&H -
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COVID-19 testing rules have now changed across England. Find out the latest information on where to go to get tested, which test is most suitable for you, and what to do if you get a positive COVID-19 test result. -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove volunteers continues to play a big role in supporting the Covid-19 vaccination enquiry line -
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People with little or no English struggle at all points of their healthcare journey. Our new research shines a light on barriers and delays to care they often experience and calls for equal access for all. -
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More people in England, Scotland and Wales are now dissatisfied (41%) with the NHS than are satisfied for the first time since 2002, according to a report from King’s Fund and Nuffield Trust. -
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Our latest report highlights the views of service users and prescribers, of Brighton & Hove's Equipment and Adaptations Service. -
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Our latest report looks at the how local residents feel about the services they received at the East and Central Brighton Primary Care Network. -
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For new arrivals to the UK it can be confusing where to go if you need medical assistance. Here we outline your rights as a refugee, where you can access emergency help and how to register for a GP. -
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The Independent Review of Maternity Services at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, led by Donna Ockenden, has been published today. Read our response. -
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Our latest report on the HOPs project, which was started as part of the city's COVID-19 response - a collaboration between us, the council and the hospital trust.
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Have you ever had or are you currently experiencing mental health issues? Does this apply to a friend or family member? We would like to hear about any mental health support including in your accommodation. -
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Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed. -
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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. -
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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. -
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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. -
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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 -
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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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Are you having trouble finding an NHS funded dentist? Read our tips on what to do if you’re facing problems.
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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. -
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Read Healthwatch's submission to the COVID-19 Inquiry draft terms of reference consultation. -
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Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings? -
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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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It’s easy to feel isolated and alone when struggling with Long Covid, but we are here to help to you find the support and treatment you need. -
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Healthwatch has been working closely with Caroline Lucas MPs team in Brighton over the past year as she has a strong interest what is happening to NHS dentistry. We have asked 16 questions of the Minister responsible for dentistry provision. -
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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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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. -
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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. -
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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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Our latest bulletin provides information about the current dental crisis, how Healthwatch is helping, and guidance for patients -
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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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This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week. -
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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. -
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Our project supported LGBTQ+ people in Brighton and Hove to share their experiences of health and social care services. -
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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. -
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We have launched our Annual Report for 2021-2022 -
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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 -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove led the organisation of a regional conference, alongside other local Healthwatch partners in East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey, Kent and Meadway. -
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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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The Children and Young People's Sussex Mental Healthline went live on Monday 4 July 2022. -
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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.