The amber heat health alert is in effect from 2PM on 22/05/2026 until 5PM on 27/05/2026 across the East of England. The amber alert has a matrix score of 12. This means:Significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, including: a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with … Continue reading AMBER heat health alert updated for the East of England
What is tick-borne encephalitis virus and is it found in the UK?
Tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBEV) is a viral infection that spreads through tick bites. Although it is common in many parts of the world, including several European countries, in the last few years, ticks carrying TBEV have been found in England. Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/21/what-is-tick-borne-encephalitis-virus-and-is-it-found-in-the-uk/
New local NHS and patient & public engagement virtual meeting summary
Virtual meeting held on Zoom on 22 April 2026 Hosted by South Woodham Ferrers Health & Social Care Group (SWFH&SCG)Led by Peter Blackman, Chair, SWFH&SCG Peter referred to and explained: The SWFH&SCG Public Health System – Changes to local NHS held on 23 March 2026 at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da74zZMigwE The Essex ICB meeting held on Thursday 23 April … Continue reading New local NHS and patient & public engagement virtual meeting summary
What is Ebola and how does it spread?
Ebola disease is caused by a group of viruses, known as orthoebolaviruses. It affects both humans and animals and spreads through close contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated materials. The disease was first identified in 1976 during outbreaks in … Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/18/what-is-ebola-and-how-does-it-spread/
Have Your Say on the Future of Our Local Health Services
Neighbourhood Health is coming, and our local Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INTs) are already working more closely together to better support patients, carers and the wider community. But so far, we — the patients, service users, carers and public — haven't been asked what we think. And that matters. We've long championed the principle of "No … Continue reading Have Your Say on the Future of Our Local Health Services
New NHS facilities open in Essex and learn about plans for neighbourhood care
Welcome to our NHS Essex news round up. This regular email series brings you the latest news on how the ICB is making health services better for people in Essex. Find out about our work on prevention, bringing care closer to home and reducing health inequalities. Read the full bulletin here
An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
A relatively quiet week with the elections happening. Updated and new items first: This serious issue about shortages of, and supply problems with, medicines is now getting more local and national coverage, thanks perhaps to the representations we have made about this in recent weeks. The struggle getting hold of medication in SWF is getting … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
Free online courses for Older Adults in Essex
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What is hantavirus? How is it transmitted and what are the symptoms?
This article concerns an ongoing outbreak and will be updated regularly. This blog post was last updated on Monday 11 May 2026. To read the full article please click here
An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
The struggle getting hold of medication in SWF is getting worse. “Access to medicines in England is at its most fragile point in years. People living with heart conditions, stroke risks, eye infections, bipolar and ADHD - to name just a few - are among those unable to get the medications they depend on. Supply … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
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