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1 in 50 people in the UK and around 1.25 million people are living with a diagnosed eating disorder. Eating disorders affect the way a person thinks about food, eats, and feels about their body. For some people, food can become a way of coping during tough times. This might include bereavement, relationship breakdown, losing a job, housing difficulties, trauma, or extreme stress. Controlling food may feel like a way to manage overwhelming emotions or situations. Types of Eati

Cold and stormy weather can have a serious impact on health, particularly for older people, young children, and those with long-term health conditions. In Southend, there is currently an amber weather warning for ice and cold, so extra care is needed over the coming days. When temperatures fall, the risk of illnesses such as flu, chest infections, heart attacks and strokes increases. Cold homes can also worsen conditions like asthma, arthritis and high blood pressure. Keeping

The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced that GPs will take collective action starting from 1 August 2024. 

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