News and updates from NHS Surrey and Sussex

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Help keep emergency care available during resident doctor strike action

People across Sussex and Surrey are being encouraged to plan ahead and make informed choices about healthcare during a forthcoming period of industrial action by resident doctors. The British Medical...

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Surrey communities benefit from lasting impact of mental health investment

Community mental health projects across Surrey are continuing to make a lasting difference to residents’ wellbeing, thanks to investment through the Mental Health Investment Fund (MHIF), a joint initi...

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Surrey and Sussex NHS partners shortlisted for 2026 HSJ Patient Safety Awards

Now in their 16th year, the HSJ Patient Safety Awards continue to shine a light on outstanding individuals and teams who are improving patient safety across health and care. As the health system under...

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More unpaid carers across Surrey and Sussex registering with their GP for support.

This Carers Week (8-14 June 2026), NHS Surrey and Sussex is recognising the vital contribution unpaid carers make every day to their families, friends and communities. Across Surrey and Sussex, more ...

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East Brighton team wins regional NHS Excellence Award for neighbourhood health

The East Brighton Integrated Community Team (ICT) has been recognised in the NHS Excellence Awards - winning the South East award for Neighbourhood Health. The ICT won the regional award and is now s...

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Stay safe in the sun this half term as heat health alert continues in Surrey and Sussex

With an ongoing Heat Health Alert in place, the NHS is reminding people to take extra care during the hot weather, especially as families head outdoors over half term. Temperatures are expected to rem...

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Lung Cancer Screening programme reaches key milestones

The NHS Lung Cancer Screening Programme, currently being rolled out across Surrey and Sussex, has diagnosed more than 300 local people with lung cancer since it was first launched in the region in Jun...