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The commitment to personalised care has been a cornerstone of NHS policy on maternity care for many years. A crucial part of personalised care is good communication, listening and agreeing on actions together. In this blog, we share new mothers' stories highlighting the role of communication and choice. -
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We want to understand the reasons’ women do not take up the Breast Cancer Screening invitation to influence a positive change. -
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A Labour MP has challenged all parties to give care home residents and hospital patients a legal right to visits from a ‘care supporter’, in the latest stage of campaign that sprung from pandemic restrictions. -
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The latest GP Patient Survey results have been published. -
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Guidance for the development of health and care services for adolescents. -
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The Health and Social Care Committee’s report on NHS Dentistry. -
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Take a look at Healthwatch Englands tips to help you prepare for your appointment and make sure you understand your treatment and how much it will cost. -
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This could mean an extra one million checks are undertaken over four years, while at the same time, easing pressure on GPs. -
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From 29th September 2023, patients will not be able to order repeat prescriptions using the NHS Sussex POD telephone service. Responsibility for repeat prescriptions is being taken over by individual GP practices. -
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The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey 2022 results have been published. -
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Healthwatch England has warned that people are currently experiencing multiple cancellations or postponements of care and that this has a has a significant impact on their lives and symptoms, while further increasing health inequalities. -
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St John Ambulance has set up the CPR Community Network to ensure that everyone has access to basic life support training in person, online or by using their Resource Hub to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency -
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The Health and Social Care Committee (HSCSC) published its report and the government has responded. -
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Download an Easy Read version of our 'Have your say' form. -
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The report is looking at how people feel about virtual wards. -
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Pharmacy services are yet to reach their full potential for patients, according to an expert panel’s report for a committee of MPs. -
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Keeping you up to date with health and social care news -
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The South Downs National Park is the National Park for all and has an ambition to be used by more diverse groups – those who do not currently access the National Park - to encourage the benefits of greenspaces as a way of supporting people’s health and wellbeing. -
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A lasting power of attorney (LPA) gives you a voice and protects your decisions. They are helpful for everyone over the age of 18. This legal document makes it easier for the people you trust to support you when you need it most. -
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Millions of children in England will be offered a flu vaccine from September, as the NHS steps up its life-saving vaccination programme to protect the country against deadly viruses ahead of winter. -
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New figures published today in the annual report on NHS Dental Statistics for England in 2022-23, show that NHS dentists still see fewer people than pre-pandemic. Read Healthwatch England's response. -
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Finding out about people's experiences of dementia-related services and support in Sussex. -
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NHS England is moving forward the timetable for the autumn COVID-19 and flu vaccine rollouts. -
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NRS Healthcare Technology Enabled Care Services (TECS) West Sussex are an award-winning provider of assistive technology. -
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The Department of Health and Social Care has opened a survey for six weeks to hear views form women, ‘to help shape future reproductive health policy’. -
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Healthwatch England new research shows worryingly low public confidence in being able to access NHS services. A third of adults in England lack confidence that they can access timely care, including GP services, mental health support and hospital care. -
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Healthwatch West Sussex, Adur and Worthing Local Community Network, Pathfinder and West Sussex MIND are working collaboratively to learn from local people in the Adur and Worthing area what support and services might help you to support you or your families emotional, mental, and physical health. -
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Healthwatch England have welcomed the introduction of Martha's rule for hospital patients. -
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The government has published a new national strategy. -
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Inpatient care has worsened since 2020, according to the latest national experience survey by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). -
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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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Horsham Fibromyalgia Support Group is run by volunteers, many of whom live with Fibromyalgia. -
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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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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 -
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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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The Living Well Programme is now taking bookings for online courses via Microsoft Teams. -
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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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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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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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Keeping you up to date with health and social care news -
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2 November is National Stress Awareness Day -
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The scale of challenges facing health and social care services has been set out by the Care Quality Commission in its annual State of Care report for 2022-23. -
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Pharmacies are part of the NHS family and the range of clinical services they provide has expanded significantly in recent years. -
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Following two inspections in June 2023, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has lowered its rating for Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust’s child and adolescent mental health (CAMHS) ward at Chalkhill, from 'Good' to 'Requires Improvement'. -
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Healthwatch West Sussex, Adur and Worthing Local Community Network, Pathfinder and West Sussex MIND are working collaboratively to learn from local people in the Adur and Worthing area what support and services might help you to support you or your families emotional, mental, and physical health. -
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With GPs often acting as the front door for mental health support, Healthwatch England also analysed their evidence about getting a GP referral for mental health. -
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New discounted bus fare to launch for young people in West Sussex -
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The government launched a public consultation to seek views from teenagers and adults on its plans to create a smoke-free generation and curb vaping use by young people.