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This mind map is a visual diagram used to organise data and information around a single topic.   Our independent Health, Welfare & Social Care Assessment of the SWF & Dengie Primary Care Network (PCN), summarised in the mind map, is the agenda selected jointly with the PCN staff, for action. Hypertension = high blood pressure. … Continue reading An Update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

This will deliver more hospital beds, improve the three A&E departments, and improve operating theatres in the next two years.

Content originally from Chelmsford City Council Many of us love Bonfire Night, but for pets, wildlife, babies, young children, and those with PTSD and anxiety, the loud noises and bright flashes that come with fireworks can be distressing.   This weekend, residents are encouraged to attend public firework displays where possible, to lessen the impact on those … Continue reading Residents asked to stick to Rocket O’Clock this weekend

Content originally from GOV.UK During both the summer and winter seasons, UKHSA and the Met Office monitor weather forecasts to help health and social care professionals, responders, the voluntary sector and the public cope with adverse weather. Where episodes of particularly hot or cold weather are identified, they carry out a joint dynamic risk assessment … Continue reading How Weather-Health Alerts differ from the National Severe Weather Warning Service

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System. As a local GP for over 18 years, I’ve seen firsthand the impact that the colder months can have on our wellbeing.   Over the coming weeks you will receive fortnightly emails with expert advice and useful information and practical tips on how to keep you … Continue reading Optimising your health this winter  

SWF people’s top health issues. NHS England groans. Strike talks being held? Our independent Health, Welfare & Social Care Assessment of the SWF & Dengie Primary Care Network (PCN), summarised in the mind map below, is the agenda selected jointly with the PCN staff, for attention. Do you have high blood pressure (Hypertension)? CVD = … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

Content originally from Chelmsford City Council Residents are encouraged to be prepared for strong winds and persistent rain over the next few days Storm Ciarán is forecast to arrive this evening (Wednesday 1 November) with winds reaching a peak 60 plus mph in some parts of Essex by Thursday evening. Winds of this speed can cause trees … Continue reading Weather warning and who to contact if you are impacted

Content originally from Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System Tracy Dowling has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB).  Tracy is a highly experienced leader who most recently retired as CEO of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation (mental health and community) Trust. Prior … Continue reading New Interim Chief Executive Officer appointed to Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board 

Content originally from Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust  Patients benefit from improvements to care Inspectors have today confirmed that care at hospitals across mid and south Essex has improved. The Care Quality Commission has removed the previous inadequate ratings for medical services at our Trust and revoked the warning notice. Inspectors visited Broomfield, … Continue reading SWF’s local acute hospitals with new leader and on improvement path