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Content originally from NHS Mid and South Essex People across mid and south Essex are being reminded to order any repeat prescriptions that they may need ahead of the Easter bank holiday (Friday 29 March – Monday 1 April). Every bank holiday, NHS 111 sees an increase in people getting in touch about repeat prescriptions. … Continue reading Order your repeat prescriptions early ahead of the Easter bank holidays

Beat the Street is a free, fun initiative that has seen Chelmsford & SWF transformed into a giant game! See how far you can walk, cycle, run, scoot and wheel in just 6 weeks. There are great challenges to enjoy and prizes up for grabs. The game started on Wednesday 28th February 2024 and end on Wednesday 10th April 2024. … Continue reading Beat the Street

DO YOU GO TO ST PETER’S HOSPITAL, MALDON? MANY SWF PEOPLE GO THERE. YOU’RE LIKELY TO NEED THOSE SERVICES ONE DAY. ST PETER’S IS CLOSING. Consultations about the proposed closure of St Peter’s Hospital, Maldon, have been extended for another two weeks to 4 April 2024, recognising the huge interest in this vital subject. We’re … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

On Tuesday 19 March 2024, the Chairman of this group, Peter Blackman, presented at the Public Consultation Hearing on proposed changes to our local community hospitals held in Maldon. During this event, NHS decision makers heard evidence directly from local residents, community groups and leaders. The hearing was chaired by an independent organisation called We … Continue reading St Peter’s Hospital Public Consultation Hearing

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System Residents now have an extra two weeks to respond to a public consultation on the future locations of community-based health services in mid and south Essex. NHS Mid and South Essex has extended the consultation on proposed changed to community hospitals until April 4 2024 … Continue reading Have your say on changes to NHS community based health services

Content originally from Mid Essex Recovery College We are getting ready to launch our new Terms timetable in the next week and would like to make you aware of some of the workshops that are available from the beginning of April. Information about the workshops are briefly outlined below. Self-Care for Carers – 4 April … Continue reading Mid Essex Recovery College – April Workshops

Content originally from Healthwatch Essex Football at the Fella's FairThis month we held our second Fella's Fair at Braintree Town Football Club. Throughout the event, guest speakers shed light on men’s health issues including gambling and cancer. Health professionals were available throughout the match providing NHS health checks and attendees had the opportunity to speak with various groups … Continue reading Healthwatch Essex hosts second Fella’s Fair

DO YOU GO TO ST PETER’S HOSPITAL, MALDON? MANY SWF PEOPLE GO THERE. YOU’RE LIKELY TO NEED THOSE SERVICES ONE DAY. ST PETER’S IS CLOSING. Consultations about the proposed closure of St Peter’s Hospital, Maldon, continue until 21 March. We’re lobbying to keep investigative and outpatient services available locally. We’re submitting evidence to a public … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System Residents now have an extra two weeks to respond to a public consultation on the future locations of community-based health services in mid and south Essex. NHS Mid and South Essex has extended the consultation on proposed changed to community hospitals until April 4 2024 … Continue reading More chance to have your say on changes to NHS community based health services

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