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Is cosmetic surgery right for me?

Is cosmetic surgery right for me? The decision to have cosmetic surgery is more than just skin deep. Self-image means different things to different people. You may feel that cosmetic surgery could change the way you feel about your relationship with others. As well as changing your perception of yourself to give you confidence, plastic…

What Is Glaucoma?

What Is Glaucoma? The Eye Condition Explained Glaucoma is a common eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness if it isn’t treated early. But what is glaucoma exactly? We take a look at how it occurs and possible glaucoma treatment options. What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve —…

Five leading cosmetic procedures for men

Cosmetic surgery has long been thought to be a female-dominated realm, with many women opting for a variety of different procedures. However, it’s important to remember that most cosmetic procedures are suitable for men and women and have a dramatic impact on self-esteem and mood. As it’s Movember, and male health is in the spotlight,…

The McIndoe Centre shortlisted for 2021 LaingBuisson Award

We are delighted to announce that the hospital has been shortlisted for the ‘Outstanding response to COVID in healthcare’ LaingBuisson award. The submission highlighted the collaboration between the Queen Victoria NHS Foundation Trust (QVH) and The McIndoe Centre, and how in April 2020 they united resources to ensure patients continued to receive the highest level of ongoing care they deserved, despite the…

Coronavirus: Public Information

As the situation around Coronavirus continues to evolve, we are doing everything we can to protect the health and wellbeing of our patients, members of the public and employees. We will continue to monitor the situation and if further changes are required, we will advise accordingly. Patient safety remains our very highest priority Please be assured…

Supporting the local community with food and hygiene donations

As part of our ongoing commitment as a charity, Horder Healthcare staff are now able to support their local communities through new foodbank collection points at work. The Horder Centre, in Crowborough, The McIndoe Centre, in East Grinstead and Horder Healthcare, in Seaford are now donation points for food and hygiene products for the Crowborough Foodbank, the East Grinstead Foodbank and Seahaven Storehouse. Currently, the donation points are only open to staff but when restrictions allow, we plan to…

Common signs and symptoms of skin cancer: all you need to know

As a result of not wearing sun protection, some people may be at a higher risk of developing skin cancer. Skin cancer can present itself in a few varied forms, the most common being changes to moles, freckles or simply a small patch of skin. People who know their skin will be aware of any…

Our guide to effective hand washing

Keeping your hands clean has never been so important, we all know it plays a vital role in reducing the risk of picking up and spreading germs and infections including COVID-19. But how much do you really know about effective hand washing? We have collated the most common beliefs about hand hygiene and separated fact…

Five things to look out for on your skin: treatment for skin damage and skin cancer

It’s hugely important to protect yourself from skin damage, which can result in skin cancer. Here we point out a few things to look out for including irregular moles, warning signs on your skin and some of the treatment available to you. What are the effects of sunburn? Sunburn is one of the most obvious…

COVID-19 Data Protection Statement

During these unprecedented times, Horder Healthcare’s main priority is the health and safety of our patients, colleagues and the wider community as well as supporting the NHS in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are supporting the NHS in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and this will remain our focus for the foreseeable future. » Read…