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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

On Sunday 6 November: COVID INFECTIONS, HOSPITALISATIONS & DEATHS REMAIN HIGH. PLEASE GET VACCINATED. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggests SWF (South Woodham Ferrers) had 457* 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 … Continue reading An Update from Us 07.11.2022

Content originally from Mid and South Essex ICS Keeping well in winter if you have a long-term respiratory conditionIf you have a long-term respiratory condition such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma your symptoms may get worse with colder weather during winter. Cold weather can trigger a flare-up of your symptoms and make … Continue reading #DoYourBit: Keeping well in winter if you have a long-term respiratory condition

On Sunday 30 October: COVID INFECTIONS, HOSPITALISATIONS & DEATHS REMAIN HIGH. PLEASE GET VACCINATED. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggests SWF had 533* Covid cases. 2.3m 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 30.10.2022

Content originally from Motivated Minds Mental Health & Wellbeing Resources...  Action for Happiness Website Happiful Website Happiful Magazine - monthly editions to read online.Full of helpful Happiful hacks to positivity and wellness and inspiring life stories.Also available to buy in your local newsagent or by subscription on the website.   FAQ... What do Motivated Minds do? As a lifelong … Continue reading Motivated Minds

Content originally from NHS MID AND SOUTH ESSEX The creation of the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board in July 2022 meant the new organisation would take on the commissioning policies of the five clinical commissioning groups (CCGs) in the area. These five organisations had been responsible for planning, buying and monitoring most local … Continue reading GET INVOLVED: Mid and south Essex Service Harmonisation Consultation

Content originally from GOV.UK With the support of partners and the public, we have made good progress tackling monkeypox in the UK since the outbreak was first identified in May 2022. The number of new cases per day peaked at 350 per week in July but has now reduced significantly to 13 per week on … Continue reading Answering questions on monkeypox vaccination

Content originally from the Care Quality Commission This year's State of CareOur annual State of Care report looks at the trends, shares examples of good and outstanding care, and highlights where care needs to improve.This year – based on our inspection activity, information received from the public and those who deliver care alongside other evidence … Continue reading News from the Care Quality Commission: October 2022