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Residents in East Surrey to have a ‘neighbourhood health team’
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Insight bulletin - September 2025
Our latest Insight bulletin highlights the key themes we’ve been…
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The cost of coping: emotional impact of financial constraints - August 2025
Research from the Kings Fund and Healthwatch England have both looked…
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Sight (eye) tests for children and young people
Information on this page:
• How do I book a sight test for my child?
• My child is neurodiverse/has additional needs, how do I access a…
• How do I book a sight test for my child?
• My child is neurodiverse/has additional needs, how do I access a…
Understanding healthcare
The range of organisations, services and bodies which form the National Health Service (NHS) can make the health system in England a confusing one.…
Understanding social care
Many people think we help only with issues relating to health, but if you have concerns about social care services and need assistance or advice,…