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What is self-isolation and why is it important?

Posted on 20th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

Public Health England explain what self-isolation is, why it is important, and which groups are currently being advised to self-isolate.

Posted in Coronavirus

With You in Mind Chelmsford

Posted on 19th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

With You in Mind is a social, inclusive, wellbeing hub for Chelmsford.

Posted in Mental Health, Other

Mumps in Maldon Update

Posted on 19th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

The latest Weekly Statutory Notification of Infectious Diseases (NOIDs) Report shows the number of cases of Mumps in the Maldon District has been reduced from 1 to 0.

Posted in Infectious Diseases Update

Chelmsford Locality Reference Group (LRG) meeting 21st January 2020

Posted on 17th Feb 202024th Apr 2020 by swfhealthsocial

Following our attendance at the latest Chelmsford Locality Reference Group (LRG) meeting, we hereby distribute presentations from the meeting.

Posted in Health, Meetings, Mental Health

Duncan Selbie’s Friday message – 14 February 2020

Posted on 14th Feb 202023rd Mar 2020 by swfhealthsocial

This week's blog includes updates on the novel coronavirus, HIV in older people, Longevity, Women and Girls in Science, Salt Reduction, and Behaviour Change.

Posted in Coronavirus, End of Life Care, Other

New wellbeing hub to open in Chelmsford

Posted on 14th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

With You In Mind, a social, inclusive, wellbeing hub for Chelmsford is set to open this month.

Posted in Mental Health, Other

Expert interview: What is contact tracing?

Posted on 13th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

One of the ways we protect the public from infectious diseases like novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is contact tracing. In this blog Nick Phin, Deputy Director at PHE’s National Infections Service answers some questions about how this works.

Posted in Coronavirus

Infectious Diseases Update

Posted on 11th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

The latest Weekly Statutory Notification of Infectious Diseases (NOIDs) Report shows that the previously reported case of Scarlet Fever has cleared. The report also shows a case of Mumps has been diagnosed in the Maldon District.

Posted in Infectious Diseases Update

Duncan Selbie’s Friday message – 7 February 2020

Posted on 7th Feb 202023rd Mar 2020 by swfhealthsocial

This week's blog includes information on the novel coronavirus outbreak, cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention, and Heads Up Weekend.

Posted in Coronavirus, Other

Scarlet Fever in Maldon

Posted on 4th Feb 202024th Feb 2020 by swfhealthsocial

The latest Weekly Statutory Notification of Infectious Diseases (NOIDs) Report shows 1 case of Scarlet Fever in the Maldon District.

Posted in Infectious Diseases Update

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Latest News

  • Have Your Say on the Future of Our Local Health Services 18th May 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 17th May 2026
  • New NHS facilities open in Essex and learn about plans for neighbourhood care 17th May 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 14th May 2026
  • Free online courses for Older Adults in Essex 14th May 2026
  • What is hantavirus? How is it transmitted and what are the symptoms? 11th May 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 7th May 2026
  • What is hantavirus? How is it transmitted and what are the symptoms? 7th May 2026
  • Essex Caring Communities Delivery Plan Launch 4th May 2026
  • An update from our hospitals – Record-breaking Shine Awards nominations 4th May 2026
  • Shortage of prescription medicines 1st May 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 30th Apr 2026
  • Healthwatch Essex News and Views 27th Apr 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 19th Apr 2026
  • Mid and North East Essex Mind – workshops for Mental Health Awareness Week 19th Apr 2026
  • Covid-19 vaccines for eligible groups begin and preparing for May bank holiday 19th Apr 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 16th Apr 2026
  • NHS Healthy Lifestyle Community Drop-In 16th Apr 2026
  • Help us understand A&E use in Essex 16th Apr 2026
  • Who’s eligible for the 2026 COVID-19 vaccine, or ‘Spring Booster’? 16th Apr 2026
  • An update from our hospitals – Southend CDC officially opens 16th Apr 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 6th Apr 2026
  • What is Shigella? How do you catch it? And how can it be avoided? 2nd Apr 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care 2nd Apr 2026
  • NHS Essex launches today 1st Apr 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 26th Mar 2026
  • Belong – women’s life coaching & wellbeing programme Chelmsford APRIL start 25th Mar 2026
  • Knowing meningitis symptoms and getting ready for Easter 25th Mar 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 22nd Mar 2026
  • Who is eligible for the MenB vaccine and do I need it myself? 21st Mar 2026
  • Meningitis B outbreak: what you need to know 19th Mar 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 12th Mar 2026
  • Staying ahead of emerging threats: insights from Oropouche 12th Mar 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 5th Mar 2026
  • An update from our hospitals – Over £9m for lighting across hospitals 3rd Mar 2026
  • Healthwatch Essex announces Fellas’ Fair in Harlow 3rd Mar 2026
  • Essex Child and Family Wellbeing Service 3rd Mar 2026
  • An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group 26th Feb 2026
  • Upgrades to local GP practices and our apprentice goes to Westminster 26th Feb 2026
  • How does cold weather affect health? Our new report explores the hidden impact 26th Feb 2026
  • Mid Essex Recovery College Courses 26th Feb 2026
  • Women time 24th Feb 2026

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