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Content originally from Care Quality Commission Our response to the interim findings of the Dash review into our operational effectiveness Dr Penelope Dash has published the interim findings of her review of our operational effectiveness. This interim report gives a high-level summary of Dr Dash's early findings. It has been published to help shape the … Continue reading Care Quality Commission Newsletter

Content origianlly from GOV.UK As our world becomes increasingly interconnected and the climate changes, the UK faces challenges that we might associate with more exotic destinations. One such challenge is the potential introduction of invasive mosquito species, particularly the tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus). This small but formidable insect is causing concern among public health officials … Continue reading How you can help us resist the tiger mosquito’s conquest of Europe

SWF Health & Social Care Group’s 2024 AGM and public meeting will be held virtually from 1830-2030 on the evening of Thursday 29 August; details nearer then. Nominations for the offices of Chair, Task Force Chair, Minutes Secretary and Committee Members must be sent to our Administrator by email or voicemail by 15 August 2024 to swfhealthsocial@outlook.com or 01245 322079.

The Health Secretary is reviewing the “broken” NHS. He’s talking urgently with English Junior Doctors to settle that dispute. He’s taking emergency measures to start to make the health and care services regulator CQC fit for purpose.  With Blood Stocks at ‘critically low levels’ there are urgent appeals for people with O-type blood to donate, … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex We need your help now more than ever to keep providing lifesaving blood to the NHS. We’ve issued an amber alert to hospitals restricting the use of O positive and O negative blood, as those blood groups are currently under the most pressure. You can help in different ways … Continue reading Urgent blood donor appeal

Content originally from Active Essex It’s time to explore the endless possibilities that new forms of movement and activity can offer! Stepout of your comfort zone and embrace the unfamiliar on your movement journey, as tryingsomething new can transform your approach to physical activity.The beauty of trying something new is that there’s no restrictions. Age, … Continue reading Find Your Active

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex As the chill of winter approaches, we want to hear from you. We are launching a survey to understand how local people prepare for the colder months and to gather your perceptions of the flu vaccination. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us support our community better during … Continue reading How do your prepare for winter? Have your say in our latest engagement survey.

Content originally from Maldon & Witham PCN Group You are very welcome to join us on the last Tuesday morning of every month 10 – 12 Please come and join us on the 30th July 2024 @ Maldon United Reformed Church,  Market Hill Maldon. CM9 4PZ Free refreshments, space to chat & find out about … Continue reading Maldon Community in a Cup

Sunday 21 July 2024 The General Election is over. The new Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, says the NHS is “broken”. He’s already started urgent talks with English Junior Doctors. Settling that dispute would be a good start. Representing Ilford North, Mr Streeting should know something about the Essex and Northeast London health and welfare systems. … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

The General Election is over. The new Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, says the NHS is “broken”. He’s already started urgent talks with English Junior Doctors. Settling that dispute would be a good start. Representing Ilford North, Mr Streeting should know something about the Essex and Northeast London health and welfare systems. He also said: millions … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group