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The British Medical Association has announced five days of strike action by resident doctors. There will be a full walkout beginning at 07:00 on Friday 14 November 2025 and ending at 06:59 on Wednesday 19 November 2025. What can you do to help? ● If you need urgent health help , use NHS 111 online (www.111.nhs.uk) or call 111.Your symptoms will be assessed, and you will be provided with healthcare advice or an appointment for the most appropriate healthcare service for your

At this time of year, it's important to remind those who have served in the Armed Forces and Merchant Navy that healthcare support is available for them. Even if you only served for a few days. Non-mobilised reservists are also regarded as veterans. Let your GP know . This will help your GP to better understand your health, including any health problems related to your service. It will also help make sure you're referred to dedicated services for veterans, where appropriate

October is breast cancer awareness month, and it is time to get talking about a disease which is mostly prevalent in women but also...

Taking paracetamol during pregnancy has hit the news recently. Dr Alison Cave, Chief Safety Officer at the Medicines & Healthcare...

World Suicide Prevention Day is observed annually on 10 September to raise awareness about how individuals and organisations can work...

Use the NHS website ( https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-dentist/ ) to search for a dentist near you. The site also provides...

Mid & South Essex Hospitals have announced changes to parking at Basildon, Broomfield and Southend Hospitals. When you enter the hospital...

Pride Month is a celebration of identity, diversity and equality. It’s also a reminder of the challenges many LGBTQ+ people still face – particularly when it comes to mental health.

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

The NHS in mid and south Essex has shared the following advice and guidance for those fasting this Ramadan.

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

The ‘Invincible Feeling, Invisible Danger’ campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of regular blood pressure monitoring.

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

NHS Mid and South Essex has shared the following advice on where to go to seek help when you need it.

NHS Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust is gradually introducing a new digital platform for its patients called Patients Know Best (PKB).

The NHS in Mid and South Essex has shared the following advice about recognising and treating sepsis in children and babies.

Southend SEND Independent Forum (SSIF) is a group made up of parents and carers of young people with SEND.

The CMDU is a seven-day service that supports non-hospitalised patients who are at a high risk of developing complications from COVID-19.

If you are invited to have a vaccination by the NHS this winter, make sure you take the opportunity.

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