Health

As the country went into lockdown due to COVID-19, Healthwatch Essex started to capture the experience of the people of Essex from a distance. This series of short films of life during the pandemic, highlight the ways in which life changed.

As England moves into Lockdown2 for COVID-19, SWF Health & Social Care Group continues to work collaboratively with the Town’s GPs and Pharmacists.

Information on the new national restrictions, including what they mean for working from home and business closures, why they are being introduced and the financial support available.

A map showing infection rates across the district shows that it is rising in some areas, including SWF.

The challenges associated with reopening effectively has meant that many services have taken longer to re-open, and this of course has resulted in fewer appointments being available for those who need them.

Local Alert Levels are now in place across England so if you’re considering or have booked a trip for the Autumn half term break, it’s important to be aware of how your region, and the one you’re travelling to, might be impacted.

The Essex and Southend Contact Tracing Service is one of the first local systems launched by any authority areas in the country. However, both Essex and Southend’s public health chiefs have warned vigilance is still needed.

As Essex moves into Tier 2 for COVID-19, SWF Health & Social Care Group continues to work collaboratively with the Town’s GPs and Pharmacists.