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Content originally from GOV.UK Visiting a farm is an enjoyable and educational experience for the whole family, but it carries a risk of infection from animals or the environment. Farm animals may carry germs that can be passed from animals to humans and cause illness, with symptoms including diarrhoea, vomiting, fever, nausea and body aches. … Continue reading How to stay safe from infections carried by animals when visiting a farm

Let’s welcome in the month of May by setting new goals and making small changes to look after our wellbeing! May brings new possibilities and this month it’s an opportunity to reflect on how we move. Building activity into our daily routine with small changes like active travel can be a step towards a healthier … Continue reading Find your active

Recent data shows an increase to 2004 cases of Travel-acquired Malaria confirmed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland following travel abroad in 2023, compared to 1369 in 2022. Cases were confirmed in individuals who had recently been abroad. This is the first time cases have exceeded 2000 since 2001.  The rise is linked to the resurgence of malaria in many countries and an increase … Continue reading Malaria

We are looking for community connectors - including community leaders, organisers, and those who connect others into community activities - based in the Chelmsford District to join an online focus group on Monday 13th May 1-2pm to discuss:  ·         The provision of cultural opportunities (e.g. arts, sports, community groups) across Chelmsford·         Pathways and support for engaging with these cultural opportunities·        … Continue reading Contribute to research: Culture & health in the Chelmsford District

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex Welcome to our first edition of Engage News! A monthly e-newsletter to bring updates and news about engagement and involvement opportunities and activities, across the mid and south Essex area, using our engagement platform MSE Virtual Views.Each month we will illustrate how we are working with our … Continue reading Welcome to our first edition of Engage News!

The Government has confirmed that from Monday 9 September Death Certification reforms will come into force. From then all deaths in any health setting not investigated by a coroner will be reviewed by a medical examiner. Care providers will be required to share records of deceased patients with medical examiner offices.

Mid & South Essex Integrated Care System reports improvements to urgent care, cancer, and elective care. In the year ended 31 March: • Minimum A&E 4 hour wait time 71.16%, up 9+% on 2022-23. • Category 2 ambulance handover times within 30 mins 84.2%. • Elective waiting list performance improved: reduction of 745 patients waiting … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Consultation about the proposed closure of St Peter’s Hospital, Maldon, has closed. 5,200+ online surveys were completed, hundreds of paper surveys collected, and 15 online and in person consultative events held, including SWF’s. Our MP’s public meeting in Maldon had 400 attendees, with others shut out. We’re lobbying to keep investigative and outpatient services available … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

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Content originally from  NHS Mid and South Essex With the May bank holidays approaching (May 6th and May 27th), the local NHS is asking people to think carefully about how best to look after their own and their family’s health over the two long weekends. Residents are being urged to choose services wisely and to take some simple steps to … Continue reading Get ready for the bank holiday: know where to get healthcare advice