1. Where can I go to get help for my health out of hours?

    Advice and Information -

    Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed.

  2. Do you need help getting to hospital?

    Advice and Information -

    Find out what support is available to help you travel to your hospital appointments.

  3. Thinking about end of life care for you and your family

    Advice and Information -

    End of life care is support for people who are in the last months or years of their life. The guidance on the NHS website helps you know what to expect, how to plan ahead and how to manage your day to day decisions.

  4. Accessibility checklist for GP surgeries

    Advice and Information -

    Help make sure that your practice meets people’s accessibility requirements using this checklist from Healthwatch Slough.

  5. What is domestic abuse and how can I get support?

    Advice and Information -

    If you are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse, or are worried about someone who might be, find out where you can go for advice and help.

  6. Getting the most out of the virtual health and care experience

    Advice and Information -

    National Voices, Traverse, PPL and Healthwatch England put together some tips on how to get the most out of the virtual health and care appointments both for patients and health and care professionals.

  7. How to communicate better with people with hearing loss

    Advice and Information -

    COVID-19 poses a unique challenge for health and social care professionals when talking to someone with hearing loss. Here are some important tips to help you communicate effectively.

  8. Local Health services in Thurrock

    Advice and Information -

    Here you can find helpful links and organisations for local advice and services in Thurrock.

  9. Drug and Alcohol Support in Thurrock

    Advice and Information -

    Here you can find local services in Thurrock that can help and support residents battling with addiction as well as other alcohol and drug related issues.

  10. Health Advice for Parents

    Advice and Information -

    Find advice for common health conditions in children on this page and helpful resources.

  11. Veterans Moving forward: Building a Brighter Future

    Advice and Information -

    This should provide you with the opportunity to gain clarity about your direction in life, develop tools and strategies to help you commit to action and make progress towards your brighter future.
    https://thurrockcvs.org/training-opportunities/

  12. Do you support anyone that may need to know how to spot these symptoms?

    Advice and Information -

    Bowel Cancer UK have provided this easy to read poster to spot symptoms. Please get in touch with us at communications@bowelcanceruk.org.uk if you’d like any further information.

  13. Supporting your neurodiverse child

    Advice and Information -

    Helps families navigate the support that is available and includes practical interventions based on the lived experiences of families. Full image here - https://thurrockcvs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-15-110141.jpg

  14. Health Advice over the industrial action period

    Advice and Information -

    If you need health advice over the industrial action period, please use: 111 online as the first port of call for health needs. ONLY use 999 if it is a life-threatening emergency
    https://www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/news/industrial-action-advice/

  15. Junior Doctor Industrial Action

    Advice and Information -

    Junior doctors have announced 72 hours of continuous junior doctors’ strike action from 07.00 on Thursday 13 July until 07.00 on Tuesday 18 July.

    Hospital consultants will also be striking from Thursday 20 July till Friday 21 July

  16. Bank Holiday Service Information

    Advice and Information -

    Find out more in our guide to local health services for the August Bank Holiday - https://www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/health/bank-holiday-service-guide/

  17. Raising awareness of Sepsis

    Advice and Information -

    We all know sepsis can be hard to spot, but did you know that carers and family members can be the first to spot the soft signs of sepsis?
    #WorldSepsisDay

  18. Know Your Numbers Week

    Advice and Information -

    Celebrating Know Your Numbers Week 2023. Monitoring blood pressure is more than just numbers; it's about understanding and prioritising our health.

  19. UK Youth Innovation Prize 2023

    Advice and Information -

    Follow the link to learn what the Youth Innovation Essay Prize is, what you can win and when to enter by. Go to:https://thurrockcvs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/YIEP-2023-UCL-Partners-PDF.pdf

  20. Thurrock Recovery College - Jan - March Timetable 2024

    Advice and Information -

    Take a look at the Thurrock Recovery College timetable for courses starting in January to March 2024.

  21. Where to get support if you are struggling with your mental health

    Advice and Information -

    Christmas and new year can be a difficult time, so if you are struggling with your mental health, there is always help available.

  22. Important information about Norovirus

    Advice and Information -

    Norovirus cases are currently higher than normal across mid and south Essex, particularly affecting those over the age of 65.
    Norovirus is a stomach bug that causes diarrhoea and vomiting. If you catch norovirus, it’s important to rest and have plenty of fluids. You should stay at home until two days after your symptoms stop and wash your hands to prevent the spread of infection.

    For more information please visit nhs.uk/norovirus

  23. The Accessible Information Standard - What you can expect from services

    Advice and Information -

    A year ago the Accessible Information Standard came into force. It requires any organisation providing NHS or social care to communicate in a way that everybody can understand. Here's a reminder of what you should expect.