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Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex One in five people are affected by a respiratory condition like COPD or asthma and 70% of people with long-term respiratory conditions report that cold air worsens their symptoms. So, with winter approaching, here’s my advice on how you can stay well when living with a long-term respiratory … Continue reading Protect your lung health – breathe easier this winter

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex This month we have a number of projects we are seeking your feedback on. We also have some important updated guidance, to support you and your children to keep well this winter. First a date for the diary…the NHS Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) … Continue reading Engage News

We have been very grateful to Focus for keeping going during and after the pandemic. The move to monthly issues will make it much harder for us to keep readers not online up to date with key public health information. Please pass this on to anyone you know who won’t see it digitally. We welcome … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications, particularly in young children. With numbers of measles cases rising across the country, it is important for all parents and carers to know what to do if you suspect your child has it.What is measles?Measles is a virus that is easily spread through respiratory droplets when an … Continue reading Protect your child from measles: What you need to know

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex Simple ways you can prevent falls and improve your strength and balance this winter. Falling as we get older is quite common.  Did you know that one third of adults aged 65+ and half of people aged 80+ will have at least one fall a year? Having worked … Continue reading Some simple steps to prevent falls this winter

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Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex GET VACCINATED GET WINTER STRONGIf your child was aged 2 or 3 on the 31 August 2024, get their free flu vaccine. Check eligibility & how to book using this link

Kingsway GP Practice has asked us to advertise the following message: Dear Kingsway Patients, The local pharmacies will be advised that the completion time for repeat prescriptions is 72 working hrs ONCE the request has arrived at the surgery. This message will also be added to our surgery website, Facebook page, new posters in the foyer and … Continue reading Kingsway Surgery: Changes to presciptions

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex Many people who have been prescribed pain medication don’t realise there is a change in how our bodies process pain over time.If you have been taking pain medication for more than 3 months it is important to understand the difference between short-term and long-term pain, and how it … Continue reading Do you know the difference between short-term and long-term pain?

Content originally from Care Quality Commission To view the latest newsletter, please click here Highlights include: The State of Care report with the CQC's annual assessment of health and social care in England is significant at this time; The reviews by Dr Dash and Prof Richards and CQC’s response to them is vitally important to … Continue reading News from the Care Quality Commission: October 2024