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The General Election is on 4 July. Pre-election restrictions mean there are less government and public sector data and bulletins until after that. We’re doing our best to keep up to date with developments. English Junior Doctors talks with the government about their pay dispute have been postponed due to the Election. In frustration the … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content originally from  NHS Mid and South Essex  We want to inform you that a Yellow Heat-Health Alert has been issued for our region, effective from 24 June 2024 at 08:00 am to 27 June 2024 at 05:00 pm.While many of us enjoy the sunshine and warmer temperatures, it's crucial to be mindful of the … Continue reading Yellow heat-health alert in effect from 24 June to 27 June 2024

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex  Junior doctors at major hospitals and GP practices in mid and south Essex are scheduled to strike for five days. They will walk out at 7am on Thursday 27 June until 7am on Tuesday 2 July. Industrial action advice Dr Matthew Sweeting, Medical Director for NHS Mid and … Continue reading Being prepared for junior doctors’ strike this month

Launch screenings of our film, ‘The Impact of Covid on Dying, Death & Bereavement’ have started. SWF’s was held on Friday 14 June, graced by the presence of  Town Mayor, Cllr Alan Shearring. There’s no doubt there remains a very painful legacy from Covid for those who were bereaved in such awful, unusual circumstances. Our … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex Local NHS and public health experts are encouraging eligible people across Essex to get their spring COVID-19 vaccine as this season’s vaccination programme enters its final fortnight. The vaccine reduces the risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19 and is offered to these groups of people because … Continue reading Last chance to get the spring COVID-19 vaccine

Content originally from The Kings Fund In the run up to the general election, The King’s Fund will explore what national government can do to improve health and care in England, consider political parties’ policy proposals, and make sense of the national debate. On these pages you can find more detail on The King's Fund's … Continue reading General election : Health & Care Services

Launch screenings of our film, ‘The Impact of Covid on Dying, Death & Bereavement’ have started. The one in SWF is at 6.30 for 7pm on Friday 14 June. If you’d like to attend please apply for seats to swfhealthsocial@outlook.com . The last available date said Covid cases are increasing again; hospitalisations remain stable. Only … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content NHS Mid and South Essex  I hope this newsletter finds you well. As we move forward together in our mission to improve health and wellbeing, I am excited to share some important updates and opportunities with you. First, a big thank you to everyone who participated in our recent weight management survey. We received … Continue reading Learn more about the valuable resources available for unpaid carers.

This advert includes SWF as a trial of youth workers for the Town and is set to start as soon as workers have been recruited. job-advert-youth-worker-june-2024Download

Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex Getting kids to brush their teeth can be challenging, but we know it is important for kids to learn and create great oral health habits early on to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.To help you to help your kids, we have created a FREE children’s toothbrushing … Continue reading Keep your kids smiling and make brushing FUN!