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With more and more appointments happening online, we've put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals. -
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Below, you will find attached details of, and application form for, the Vaccine Inequity Small Grants Scheme. -
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Thinking ahead to the end of life is a sensitive subject that no one likes to think about. However, the better we plan the more likely we are to have a good send-off. -
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We have published this follow on report to “A Good Send-Off” - a study which explored the experiences of people receiving end of life care. -
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Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to be able to offer a dedicated ‘Quiet COVID-19 Vaccination Session’ for people requiring their first dose COVID vaccination. -
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On 1st April Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals and Western Sussex Hospitals joined up to form a new NHS Foundation Trust for our area: University Hospitals Sussex. -
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Welcome to our Healthwatch bulletin. This includes an update on the COVID-19 vaccination programme and our regular bulletin on health, social care and COVID data. -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove regularly evaluates its projects and reviews of health and care services to assess how effectively we have engaged with the general population of the city and its diverse communities. -
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This latest Healthwatch bulletin summarises the latest information about the vaccination roll out. Please see the attachment. -
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From February 13th 2021, Healthwatch Brighton and Hove explored people’s experiences and views about the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Welcome to our Healthwatch bulletin. This includes an update on the COVID-19 vaccination programme and our regular bulletin on health, social care and COVID data. -
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Demonstrate your vaccinations against COVID-19 by using the NHS App, or by calling 119.
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People have told us they want to feel listened to and involved in decisions about their social care. Here are six things you should expect from care services, according to new guidelines. -
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This latest Healthwatch bulletin summarises the latest information about the vaccination roll out. Please see the attachment. -
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New data published by Healthwatch England indicates the dental crisis shows no signs of slowing, with four in five people (80%) struggling to access timely care during the last COVID-19 lockdown. -
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A webinar held in May openly discussed end of life care. Healthwatch Brighton and Hove and Local Healthwatch across Sussex, held a webinar on Wednesday, 12th May, 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm, to openly discuss this sensitive and difficult issue. -
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Official figures released today, Thursday 27 May 2021, show that one million people in Sussex have now received their Covid-19 vaccination. -
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Leaflets being sent to all women invited for NHS cervical screening. -
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Our annual performance report demonstrates what we have achieved between April 2020 and March 2021 -
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Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration of the contribution people make across the UK through volunteering. -
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New research explores vaccine confidence amongst people from African, Bangladeshi, Caribbean, and Pakistani backgrounds. Healthwatch England want to understand these barriers to ensure key lessons are taken forward for future public health campaigns. -
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Making Caring Visible and Valued this Carers Week, 7 – 13 June 2021 -
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This General Medical Council guide explains the standards that lesbian, gay, bi and trans patients should expect from their doctor; what the GMC are doing to support LGBT patients; and information about organisations that provide advice or advocacy. -
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Brighton and Hove City Council have published a new Easy Read section on their website. -
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Patients from Brighton and Hove share their diagnostic experiences, and views about new Community Diagnostic Hubs.
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Help to spread the message about prostate cancer risks and understand possible symptoms. -
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Welcome to our Healthwatch bulletin. This includes an update on the COVID-19 vaccination programme and our regular bulletin on health, social care and COVID data. -
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The usual processes the NHS follows to discharge you from hospital have changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s what you can expect when it’s time to leave hospital. -
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Ready, Set, Connect! is a solution-focused, youth-led consultation of young people (aged 16-25) across Sussex. Exploring the barriers young people face when accessing remote mental health appointments -
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The HOPs project was developed as part of the Healthwatch, Brighton and Hove City Council and NHS response to COVID-19 but is available to Brighton and Hove residents discharged from hospital whatever their condition, COVID related or not. -
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Our Annual Report for the period to March 2021, highlighting the work and achievements over the past year, which includes our response to COVID-19. -
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Healthwatch Brighton and Hove is urging all adults to get their vaccine so that they can protect themselves and loved ones. This comes after three members of the team have had to isolate -
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Healthwatch in Sussex has published a report that shares its insight on the pressures being faced by local health services across the county -
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Healthwatch in Sussex is today issuing a press release together with a report that shares its insight on the pressures being faced by local health services across the county -
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These are the board papers for the Board of Directors meeting held on 7th June 2021. The meeting was held online using Zoom. -
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These are the board papers for the Board of Directors meeting held on 12th April 2021. The meeting was held online using Zoom. -
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These are the board papers for the Board of Directors meeting held on 15th June 2020. The meeting was held online using Zoom. -
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These are the board papers for the Board of Directors meeting held on 12th April 2021. The meeting will be held online using Zoom. -
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The COVID-19 Vaccination Enquiry Service was set up by Sussex NHS Commissioners to respond to public enquiries. Healthwatch Brighton and Hove volunteers played a huge role in supporting this vital service. -
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The NHS is making some changes to how it collects and uses patient data. To make sure you're clued up, read some frequently asked questions about the upcoming GP Data for planning and research collection below. -
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A series of webinars were organised between September 2020 and March 2021 on behalf of informal carers (families and friends) of care home residents. -
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Being diagnosed with dementia can be a big shock, and it can be hard to know what to do next. Take a look at our guide to find out what support you should receive. -
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Did you know that pharmacies provide advice and information on minor illnesses and ailments? Take a look at how they can help you. -
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Sussex NHS Commissioners have issued a press statement containing more details of vaccinations for 12-17 year olds. -
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NHS England has published a new report outlining changes to non-emergency patient transport services (NEPTS) and broader NHS transport support. Take a look at what the changes mean for you and your loved ones. -
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Welcome to our Healthwatch bulletin. This includes an update on the COVID-19 vaccination programme and our regular bulletin on health, social care and COVID data. -
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Welcome to our Healthwatch bulletin. This includes an update on the COVID-19 vaccination programme and our regular bulletin on health, social care and COVID data. -
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Hospitals have been told they must cut their demand for blood collection tubes by at least a quarter and GPs must only order clinically urgent tests for the next three weeks, according to instructions issued by NHS England. Read what this means.