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We listen to what you think about health & care services, share your views with decision makers, and challenge them to make improvements. We also provide advice & signposting. healthwatchbrightonandhove.co.uk helpline@healthwatchbrightonandhove.co.uk
Read the Healthwatch in Sussex report on Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services with our recommendations and statements from the EMED group and NHS Sussex.
Read the report: www.healthwatchbrightonandhove.co.uk/report/2026-...
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice #IndependentPatientVoice
Healthwatch in Sussex want to hear from you! Let us know what you know about, and your experiences of accessing or trying to access, weight loss injections.
Talk to us: buff.ly/kTkD6RH ⭐
Thanks for taking part!
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice @sussex-kls.bsky.social #weightlossinjections
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⭐ Read our February newsletter: buff.ly/Gma4skD
This month features a spotlight on a new community health drop-in, as well as reports from our work with Healthwatch in Sussex, plus lots more. Thanks for reading!
#Healthwatch @healthwatchengland.bsky.social @sussex-kls.bsky.social
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Don't forget to share your views on the creation of a new NHS Online Trust (a virtual hospital): buff.ly/AigUlwB
We will submit your feedback as part of our response to a government consultation. Thank you!
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice #PatientVoice #NHS #virtualhospital
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People can live with HIV for a long time without any symptoms and testing is the only way to know your status. Testing is quick, easy, confidential, and free for everyone in the UK.
Learn more with the @tht.org.uk and here: buff.ly/9cS1U0F
#ITest #HIVTestingWeek #Healthwatch
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Share your views on the creation of a new NHS Online Trust (a virtual hospital): buff.ly/AigUlwB
We would like to hear your views about this new service so that we can submit your feedback as part of our response to a government consultation.
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice #PatientVoice #NHS
A Healthwatch Brighton and Hove logo and text saying: In January, we received confirmation of our funding for 2026/27, which will support our continued operation until March 2027 at least. We continue to operate as normal; we are here to listen to your experiences of using health and social care services and to speak up on your behalf. As we learn more about our future, we will keep you updated.
We've received confirmation of our funding for 2026/27, which will support our continued operation until March 2027 at least. We continue to operate as normal and will update you as the situation develops.
Talk to us: buff.ly/9Uea6EK
#IndependentVoice #Healthwatch @healthwatchengland.bsky.social
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Read our first newsletter of 2026: buff.ly/E2hVMuO
We've included our first public Homecare report with @brighton-hove.gov.uk, news from the local area including info about Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams, and a spotlight article with Lara at The Lonely Club.
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice
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We had a great night with our wonderful team at the volunteer social last night. Food, drinks, and laughs were had, so thanks to everyone for coming out! 🥰
#Healthwatch #Volunteer
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Don't forget! Share your experiences of local pharmacy services with Healthwatch in Sussex, including Pharmacy First. Take part in our short poll (six questions) here: buff.ly/MuRk6q4
#Healthwatch #BrightonandHove #IndependentVoice
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It's not too late to participate in #DryJanuary as every day is a win, plus Alcohol Change UK have lots of resources and motivational tips to help you along the way.
Learn about the benefits of changing your relationship to alcohol here: buff.ly/cMiQHct
#DryJanuaryChallenge #Healthwatch
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Are you experiencing muscle, bone or joint pain that has started in the past three months, or experiencing a flare up? Join the Hangleton & Knoll Project this Wednesday and chat to a clinician.
#Healthwatch #BrightonandHove #communitysupport
A photo of a woman at a pharmacy counter with text saying: 'Give feedback on health and social care. Your experiences of pharmacy services in Sussex'.
Healthwatch in Sussex want to hear from you! Share your experiences of local pharmacy services, including Pharmacy First. Take part in our short poll (six questions) here: buff.ly/MuRk6q4
#Healthwatch #BrightonandHove #IndependentVoice
Remember, we've drawn together some key information to help you navigate services and get support if you need it during this festive period.
Find the right services for you:
www.healthwatchbrightonandhove.co.uk/advice-and-i...
#Healthwatch #healthwatchmatters #nhssussex #nhssupport
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On behalf of everyone at Healthwatch Brighton and Hove, we would like to wish you a wonderful festive season and a very happy New Year. See you in 2026!
#SaveYourVoice #HealthwatchMatters #IndependentVoice #IndependentPatientVoice #Healthwatch
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Check out our December newsletter (the last of 2025): buff.ly/QGnK3ey
We've shared lots of resources for the holiday period, including NHS Sussex recommendations and the Ageing Well festive directory. Thanks for reading and have a lovely festive season! ⭐
#Healthwatch #BrightonandHove
Public urged to use NHS services wisely ahead of resident doctor industrial action with advice on managing flu. Find out more: buff.ly/HunGEbC
#Healthwatch #DoctorStrike #NHS
👀Have you seen our Winter Community Connections Bulletin? It is packed with information to support cancer patients and carers this season.
Find it here: https://ow.ly/NsyE50XI3ej @nhssussex.bsky.social Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership Healthwatch Brighton and Hove
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Our November newsletter is here: buff.ly/F6ykgtK ⭐
This month we're sharing the work we did with Sanctuary On Sea, highlighting NHS Sussex's guide to staying healthy throughout winter, extending an invitation to Possability People's Warm Welcome Hub, and lots more!
#IndependentVoice #Healthwatch
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We've been busy with patient interviews over the last two weeks at Royal Sussex County Hospital. Thanks to everyone who's taken the time to speak to us, as well as @sussex-kls.bsky.social.
Take part in the same survey online: buff.ly/7z1i4zy
#SaveYourVoice #IndependentPatientVoice #Healthwatch
⭐ Stay updated with the latest news in health & care by signing up to our newsletter: buff.ly/vXJ8RPj
It's stacked with local opportunities and info, much like our Spotlight with Age UK West Sussex, Brighton & Hove, which you can read here: buff.ly/v4UUP9A ⭐
#IndependentVoice #Healthwatch
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Sharing your experiences can truly improve local services: buff.ly/uBGLeyF 🌟
We take your feedback to those who provide and design those services, and impact positive changes, together.
@healthwatchengland.bsky.social #Healthwatch #IndependentPatientVoice #PatientTransport #NEPTS
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We have been truly overwhelmed by your supportive messages about the government plans to close Healthwatch. Thank you, and know that we're still active and serving the local community.
#SaveYourVoice #HealthwatchMatters #IndependentVoice #IndependentPatientVoice #Healthwatch
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Do you have an opinion on, or experience of, NHS support for children's learning needs in Sussex? Talk to us and let us share your anonymous feedback with the NHS to impact positive change. Complete the poll here: buff.ly/JhkI5Gi
#HealthwatchMatters #IndependentPatientVoice #Healthwatch
Unsure what to expect from your healthcare? Healthwatch is here for you. Your friendly, local team are still here and happy to help. Get in touch today - https://www.healthwatch.co.uk/your-local-healthwatch/list
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Read our October newsletter here: buff.ly/ooLpwI5 ⭐
We're talking seasonal top tips, our current NEPTS survey, and a Spotlight piece with @age-uk.bsky.social West Sussex, Brighton & Hove about their men's meet-up groups. Let us know what you think!
#HealthwatchMatters #Healthwatch
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Men in Sussex are invited to attend Age UK WSBH's men's meet-up, every first Monday of the month. This is an opportunity for men to socialise, share experiences, and improve their wellbeing, with free tea, coffee and soft drinks provided.
Learn more: buff.ly/Qwxp4kV
#Healthwatch #AgeingWell #AgeUK
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Read the Healthwatch in Sussex poll results about recent changes to GP practices: buff.ly/JOoi7g7 🌟
We sought people’s experiences of using technology to access health services, as well as questions around who you are being treated by in GP surgeries.
#Healthwatch #IndependentVoice
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If you've ever thought about quitting smoking, now is the time as millions of other people take on the Stoptober challenge. It’s never too late to quit. 💪
You can find more information, including guides and tips, here: buff.ly/tpchpGL
#Stoptober #QuitSmoking #Healthwatch
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Do you, or someone you support, use Sussex's Non-Emergency Patient Transport Services? Healthwatch in Sussex (us with our friends at Healthwatch West & East Sussex) want to hear what you think.
Share your views: buff.ly/bCSMc9b 🌟
#Healthwatch #IndependentPatientVoice #PatientTransport #NEPTS
