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ADHD prescribing in Southend
Many Southend residents are waiting for an ADHD diagnosis or treatment. The NHS in mid and south Essex has shared some information.
Feb 28


Supporting Southend residents to stay healthy during Ramadan
The NHS in mid and south Essex has shared the following advice and guidance for those fasting this Ramadan.
Feb 28


Using the NHS App on older devices
As of Monday 3 February, patients are no longer able to access the NHS App on older mobile devices.
Feb 20


Take Control of Your Health with Free Blood Pressure Checks
The ‘Invincible Feeling, Invisible Danger’ campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of regular blood pressure monitoring.
Feb 12


Norovirus cases are on the rise
Norovirus cases are on the rise. Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting. It usually lasts about 2 days.
Dec 13, 2024


Not sure where to go to get the right care?
NHS Mid and South Essex has shared the following advice on where to go to seek help when you need it.
Dec 5, 2024


New digital platform in mid and south Essex: Patients Know Best
NHS Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust is gradually introducing a new digital platform for its patients called Patients Know Best (PKB).
Dec 5, 2024


Spotting the Signs: Sepsis in Children
The NHS in Mid and South Essex has shared the following advice about recognising and treating sepsis in children and babies.
Nov 21, 2024


Share your lived experience with the Southend SEND Independent Forum
Southend SEND Independent Forum (SSIF) is a group made up of parents and carers of young people with SEND.
Nov 6, 2024


Patients can now self-refer to the COVID-19 Medicines Delivery Unit (CMDU)
The CMDU is a seven-day service that supports non-hospitalised patients who are at a high risk of developing complications from COVID-19.
Nov 6, 2024


Where can you get vaccinated this autumn?
If you are invited to have a vaccination by the NHS this winter, make sure you take the opportunity.
Oct 17, 2024


Vaccination bus coming to Southend
In a bid to help Southend residents get ready for winter, NHS Mid and South Essex has organised a community vaccination bus
Oct 9, 2024


Keep yourself healthy this winter
The NHS in Mid and South Essex has shared some helpful advice to keep you and your loved ones healthy this winter.
Sep 23, 2024


New resource to support people who are at the end of life
A new website is launching in mid and south Essex to provide residents with the latest information on palliative and end of life care
Jul 18, 2024


You can now self refer to the COVID-19 Medicines Delivery Unit (CMDU)
Patients who test positive for COVID-19 can now refer themselves to the CMDU by calling 0300 44 35919.
Jul 17, 2024


Bright smiles are healthy smiles!
As a part of National Smile Month, NHS Mid and South Essex is launching a new children’s oral health campaign called Bright smiles are...
May 24, 2024


New maternity and neonatal independent senior advocate role introduced
A pilot service, in response to recommendations set out in the Ockenden review, is being launched across mid and south Essex to offer...
Apr 26, 2024


GP access data - February 2024
NHS Digital produce this information monthly. We’ve looked at the data about GP appointments in Southend for the month of February 2024....
Apr 23, 2024


Accessing healthcare services over the Easter bank holiday
Make sure you're ready for the upcoming bank holidays over the Easter period (Friday 29 March to Monday 1 April) by ordering your repeat...
Mar 25, 2024


Norovirus cases are currently higher than normal across mid and south Essex
Norovirus cases are currently higher than normal across mid and south Essex, particularly affecting those over the age of 65. Norovirus...
Mar 25, 2024
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