East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
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Tobacco use, specifically cigarette smoking, continues to be the single largest preventable cause of ill-health, death and disability in the UK. Tackling tobacco dependency is one of the most effective ways of eliminating health inequalities and arguably the single most important investment that we can make to improve the health, wealth and social wellbeing of…
Our Parkinson’s group has completed a sponsored read, raising more than £300 for the Friends of Eastbourne Hospital. Inspired by 101 year old Peter Valentine’s walking to raise money for Friends of Eastbourne Hospital, the members of our Parkinson’s group wanted to do their bit to contribute to the same cause. Valerie Smith, Specialist Speech…
Celebrations have taken place to mark one year since robotic-assisted surgery has taken place at Conquest Hospital.
We will celebrate #Red4Research Day, which credits all those who take part in, support and deliver research...
Andrew Strevens appointed as Chief Finance Officer following a comprehensive competitive process...
Our Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) recently celebrated Operating Department Practitioners Day...
National Volunteers week provides an opportunity for us to recognise and thank the almost 500 volunteers here at the trust for their work and selfless commitment they provide throughout the year. From pharmacy drivers to therapy pets and their handlers, Friends Charities to hospital radio volunteers, Infant Feeding Supporters to Chaplaincy volunteers, courtyard gardeners and…
The Heart Failure Virtual Ward has been recognised as making a real difference to patient care. Launched in September 2023, the service has already supported over 250 patients, helping many to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions or to return home sooner. By managing patients in their own homes, where appropriate, the Virtual Ward helps reduce potential risks of staying…
A pioneering partnership between East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust and the local hospices – St Michael’s Hospice in Hastings and St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Eastbourne – is transforming the way palliative care is delivered across East Sussex. Joined-up care across settings The ability for consultants to work flexibly across the trust and both hospices has led…
Two new Karl Storz Stack Systems have been donated by the Friends of Conquest Hospital.
