NHS Essex launches today

A new NHS organisation that brings together NHS planning and commissioning across the whole of Essex launches today (1 April). NHS Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB) is a new chapter for health, care and partnerships across Essex that will focus on preventing illness and strengthening community and neighbourhood services. As part of the national NHS … Continue reading NHS Essex launches today

An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

New and updated items follow first. Flu decreased. Norovirus remains seriously high. Week 2 – 8 February 2026: Flu activity decreased and is circulating at baseline levels. COVID-19 showed mixed trends and is circulating at baseline levels    respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity decreased and is circulating at low levels.  Norovirus activity remains high but … Continue reading An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group