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Impact and Performance Reports April - June 2023 (Q1)
Here is a summary of the breadth and depth of our work from April - June 2023, issues/concerns and our forward plan for the next 3 months.
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Healthwatch West Sussex statement: Royal Sussex Hospital Police investigation
We can confirm that Healthwatch West Sussex is aware of a police investigation into allegations relating to several services at the Royal Sussex County Hospital.
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What is menopause and what are the signs?
With more than thirty recognised symptoms of menopause and growing awareness of the impact on day-to-day life, knowing what to look out for and what support is available can help you.
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Spotlight Report: The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust’s Living Well Programme
The Living Well Programme is now taking bookings for online courses via Microsoft Teams.
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Experiences of long COVID in Sussex Report
Our research was focused on better understanding the scale and nature of long COVID locally so we could inform the provision of appropriate and effective support for those with the condition.
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What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?
The cost-of-living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is available to help you cover the cost of your medication
Advice and Information
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Jargon buster website includes common terms used in the health and care sector
What’s the difference between an integrated care board and an integrated care partnership? What do we really mean when we talk about patient and public involvement?
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Spotlight report: Horsham Fibromyalgia Support Group
Horsham Fibromyalgia Support Group is run by volunteers, many of whom live with Fibromyalgia.
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Health risks of damp and mould set out in new government guidance
Landlords are being warned of the health risks of damp and mould and told not to blame tenants’ lifestyles, in new cross-government guidance.
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CQC publishes results of national hospital inpatient survey
Inpatient care has worsened since 2020, according to the latest national experience survey by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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National suicide strategy sets out plan to cut deaths in at-risk groups
The government has published a new national strategy.
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