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Content originally from GOV.UK Adverse weather matters for our health: there is a strong evidence base showing us that periods of very hot or cold weather or flooding present a wide range of direct and indirect health risks. We know that climate change is making these problems worse, increasing the number of adverse weather events, with these … Continue reading Come rain or shine, adverse weather matters for our health

Sunday 28 May 2023:  Because space is now reduced in the fortnightly Issues of Focus our regular weekly articles for Focus, which we also publish on our website, are halved in length. We’re extremely grateful to Focus for taking our full-page articles throughout the pandemic. That was invaluable in keeping readers informed with key public … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

National flu immunisation programme plan 2023 to 2024 The tripartite annual flu letter from DHSC, NHS England and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) laying out the flu vaccination programme for 2023/24 has been published. The letter sets out guidance for the programme, including who is eligible for the vaccine this coming flu season. From 1 … Continue reading News, updates and guidance from UK Health Security Agency

Content originally from GOV.UK Dr Shreya Singhal is currently practicing as a junior doctor and Academic Foundation Trainee working in West London, as well as being a keen backpacker. She has worked in Infectious Diseases and General Practice and has shared her top tips for people looking to travel this summer. Lots of people will be … Continue reading Staying well when travelling abroad this summer

Content originally from Healthwatch Essex The latest bulletin from Healthwatch Essex can be found here

Content originally from Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust The latest update from our hospital can be found here

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System. We are delighted to announce that the Halo training programme has been awarded a contract for another 12 months with courses now being delivered in Basildon, Chelmsford, Thurrock and Southend. The training courses can result in a City and Guilds qualification and are available to … Continue reading Fully funded training available for careers in health and social care

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System Welcome Welcome to the latest engagement newsletter from NHS Mid and South Essex. There have been a few quiet weeks for public involvement since our previous edition due to the pre-election period for local authority polls on Thursday 4 May. The local NHS tends to … Continue reading Working with our people and communities

Content originally from GOV.UK UKHSA has published its first Science Strategy discussing how science will protect health and contribute to the nation’s prosperity over the coming years. But what do you know about the science that goes on at UKHSA? There’s often much more than meets the eye. Our science saves lives; both through landmark discoveries … Continue reading The A-Z of health security science

Sunday 21 May 2023:  Space is now reduced. We’re extremely grateful to Focus for taking our full-page articles throughout the pandemic. That was invaluable in keeping readers informed with key public health information, especially those without online and digital access. Housebound and isolating people and everyone without online and digital access rely on print and … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group