News and updates from NHS Surrey and Sussex

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Free NHS Health Checks available in Seaford, Eastbourne and Hailsham

People aged 40 to 74 in East Sussex are being encouraged to take advantage of free NHS Health Checks at community sessions taking place in Seaford, Eastbourne and Hailsham. A quick health check tod...

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Tripling of flu cases prompts vaccine plea in Surrey and South London

Residents across Surrey and South London are being urged to book their flu vaccine as hospitals report a surge in people being hospitalised with the virus. Epsom and St Helier University Hospital...

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Patient feedback highlights impact of Neighbourhood Navigation Service

The First Community Neighbourhood Navigation Service is continuing to make a positive difference for residents across east Surrey, helping people access practical, financial, wellbeing and community s...

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New seed funding to help communities shape future health and care research

New funding is available to help community groups and researchers work together to shape future health and care research across Sussex and Surrey.The Sussex & Surrey Research Engagement Network (S...

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New report shows toll of Chickenpox with over 3,000 infants hospitalised last year

Parents are being urged to ensure children are protected with a free vaccine now available as part of NHS Childhood Vaccination Programme.Children aged 4 to 6 (born between January 2020 and August 202...

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Don’t let a winter bug ruin your Diwali celebrations

If eligible get vaccinated as soon as possible - help protect yourself and stop the spread of viruses to family, friends and your community The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is calling on those c...

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Spotlight newsletter 30 October 2026

People urged to choose well this Halloween for NHS help and support The NHS is encouraging people not to get spooked if your child becomes unwell this half term. Everyone can take the fright out of...