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Source: Benfleet Primary Care Network You may have read about the temporary closure of The Hollies Surgery in Benfleet. There are a small number of Southend residents registered at the practice, so we wanted to share some important information from the NHS. This may be useful for family and friends who are patients of the practice. Telephone lines are being restored, and patients will be able to contact the surgery in the usual way from 8am today (12 November 2025) Face-to-f

Use the NHS website ( https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-dentist/ ) to search for a dentist near you. The site also provides information on which dental practices currently accept new patients, whether they off er urgent appointments, and how others have rated the service. While this is a good starting point for finding a local dentist, people often tell us that these records are only sometimes kept updated, so you should contact the practice directly for more informati

In 2024 the NHS reported there were 2,197 people diagnosed with ADHD living in Southend, 976 were aged 17 or younger and 1,221 were adults 18+. What is ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by a higher-than-average level of hyperactive behaviour and difficulty maintaining attention in conversations, learning, or other situations over extended periods. A person with ADHD may also experience: Impulsiveness (acting w