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Prostate cancer patient welcomes news of record referrals in the South East

The news record numbers of patients are coming forward for urological cancer checks has been welcomed by patient Kevin Webber and NHS South East’s Medical Director. Urgent referrals for urological cancers across the South East reached an all-time high in March this year, with over 4300 people checked in that month alone. All four Cancer […]

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NHS in the South East reduces its longer waiting times for planned treatments by 57%

April’s monthly performance data shows that despite ongoing pressures, hardworking NHS staff in the South East are going above and beyond to accelerate the number of planned procedures. While continuing to work through Covid backlogs, the number of patients waiting 104 weeks or more for planned treatment in the South East of England has reduced […]

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NHS Talking Therapies in the South East helps people with depression or anxiety feel heard and understood

A 39-year-old author shares her experience of using the NHS Talking Therapies service and encourages others experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, and other common mental health concerns to seek help. Talking Therapies can be offered in a number of ways including a self-help workbook with therapist support and as an online course. Appointments with therapists […]

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Man beating cancer prognosis backs NHS and Prostate Cancer UK campaign

An ultra-marathon runner who continues to outlive his prognosis is backing a major prostate cancer campaign to urge thousands of ‘missing’ men to complete a 30 second online risk checker which can save lives. In 2014, Kevin Webber, 56, was given just two years to live after being diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer. However, with […]

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Cancer patient and Chief Nurse back national cervical cancer campaign as survey reveals one in three women don’t get their smear test

A 34-year-old cervical cancer patient has joined the South East’s  chief nurse in backing a national campaign to encourage women to book their cervical screening (a smear test) as around one in three currently don’t take up the offer in the region. Sian-Louise and NHS South East’s Regional Chief Nurse Acosia Nyanin, want more women […]

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Princess and superhero themed day part of a series of attractions across the South East to encourage eligible children to get vaccinated

A superhero and princess themed day at a vaccination site in the South East is just one of many attractions to encourage children to be vaccinated as schools break-up for half-term. It’s happening at the Sovereign Harbour Community Centre in Eastbourne (also known as The Crumbles) today (14/2) for at risk children aged 5-11. On […]

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