Our Latest Report: The Impact of Ending Shared Care for ADHDWhen GPs across Essex began to withdraw from Shared Care agreements for ADHD medication in late 2024, thousands of patients suddenly found themselves navigating a very different reality. For many, prescriptions that had once been issued routinely by their local GP came to an abrupt … Continue reading Healthwatch Essex Launches ADHD Report
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New video demystifies breast screening and getting ready for winter
Welcome to our NHS Mid and South Essex news round up. This regular email series brings you the latest local news on innovations in healthcare, changes and improvements to services and how the NHS is helping local people in need.To read the news round up, please click here
What is meningitis? Symptoms, risks and how to protect yourself
Meningitis is a serious condition where the protective layers (meninges) around the brain and spinal cord become inflamed. It has many causes, such as different germs, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In the UK, most cases are due to bacteria or viruses. Read the new post: https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/31/what-is-meningitis-symptoms-risks-and-how-to-protect-yourself/
An update from our hospitals – Our first Community Diagnostic Centre officially opens
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Falls are not inevitable – how to stay strong, steady and safe this winter
As the colder months set in, slips, trips and falls become more common – particularly for people aged 50 and over. But falling doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of getting older. Local data shows that 1 in 10 residents aged 85 and over were admitted to hospital last year (2024) due to a … Continue reading Falls are not inevitable – how to stay strong, steady and safe this winter
Over 50’s strength tone stretch
Scientists uncover how the brain falls asleep
Scientists have pinpointed, for the first time, the exact moment the brain transitions into sleep, and precisely map the unfolding process in real time. Read more
Free courses at Mid Essex Recovery College
Free courses on offer, with several inperson events in SWF - Living better with Chronic Pain and Anxiety, taking back control
An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
THANKS TO DONORS!: Crouch Vale Medical Centre has some Wheelchairs again. They are being kept safe from loss. So if you need one to take someone in to an appointment you can ask at Reception to use one – and PLEASE return it! The UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency confirms taking paracetamol during … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group
Flu can be serious at any age – get protected today
Flu isn’t just a bad cold – it can lead to serious illness, hospitalisation, or even death. Last winter, across mid and south Essex, we saw far too many people admitted to hospital with preventable flu complications. In our latest blog, local GP Dr Anna Davey explains why getting the flu vaccine is one of the simplest and most … Continue reading Flu can be serious at any age – get protected today
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