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Content originally from GOV.UK The winter is a busy time for those working in public health and the health services. This coming winter, there is potential for respiratory or infectious diseases such as COVID-19, flu, RSV and norovirus (the “winter vomiting bug”) to coincide. We can also anticipate that there may be weather events, such … Continue reading Increasing transparency in our winter statistics

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System. During the winter months, it is always helpful to keep a well-prepared medicines cupboard, to support with self-care for common health problems.Some essential medicines and products you should keep at home are: Painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen. Anti-diarrheal medicines. Oral rehydration salts. Indigestion treatment. … Continue reading #DoYourBit: Keep a well stocked medicine cupboard

Content originally from Children's Health Matters - Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ics.nhs.uk) Expert child health advice It’s worrying when a child is unwell. Fortunately, you can treat many children’s illnesses at home. Your local NHS has produced a free Children’s Health Matters guide which is packed with expert advice and guidance on … Continue reading Children’s Health Matters guide

Content originally from  Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System. Staying active throughout the colder months will help beat seasonal blues and keep residents healthy.  To mark ‘Self Care Week 2022,’ the local NHS, in partnership with Active Essex, is promoting several resources and opportunities to help people move about more, without breaking the bank.    … Continue reading Local residents urged to keep active this winter 

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Content originally from GOV.UK The current situation A record number of cases of avian influenza virus infections, or ‘bird flu’ , were confirmed across England, Scotland, and Wales in wild and captive birds last winter (2021/22). Normally, detections of bird flu decrease during the spring and summer months, however,  the epidemic has continued, particularly in … Continue reading An update on avian flu

Content originally from Essex County Council Help and support are available We know many of you are worrying about how you will cope with the rise in living costs this winter, and beyond.Our message to anyone struggling is “help and support are available", and we have made this a key priority.We have launched several urgent support measures … Continue reading Your Essex: the cost of living special edition

Norovirus, commonly known as the winter vomiting bug, is a stomach bug that causes sickness and diarrhoea. Following lower levels than normal throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, we have started to see an increase in norovirus activity as we head into …

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System. Community Pharmacy Pharmacists are experts in medicines, who can help you with minor health concerns. They can offer you clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines for a range of minor illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains. The pharmacist will … Continue reading #DoYourBit: Help in the community

On Sunday 13 November: COVID INFECTIONS, HOSPITALISATIONS & DEATHS REMAIN HIGH. PLEASE GET VACCINATED. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggests SWF had 400* Covid cases. 2.1m people in the UK have long Covid; there are at least 80 in the SWF & Dengie area. If you may have long-Covid see your GP for a … Continue reading An Update from Us 13.11.2022