1. Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk

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    Memory Walk to raise awareness about dementia - Saturday 23rd September, from Hardie Park, Stanford-le-Hope. All welcome from 10am

  2. Mid and South Essex - Public Board Meeting

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    Thursday 27 July, Basildon,10am - 3pm
    Thursday 28 September, Southend, 10am - 3pm
    Thursday 23 November, Chelmsford, 10am - 3pm.
    Thursday 25 January, Basildon, 10am - 3pm
    Thursday 28 March, Southend, 10am - 3pm
    mse.board.committeepapers@nhs.net

  3. Mid And South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Patient Survey

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    LGBT+ inclusion activity Survey. you do not have to be LGBT+ to respond. All responses are anonymous which means we do not take any identifying information in this survey - https://tinyurl.com/3dd62y8m

  4. Bank Holiday Service Information

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    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/

  5. Funding Available to Help Tackle Health Inequalities

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    Communities can apply for funding to help make sure that everyone has an opportunity to lead a healthy life.

    For more info & to apply: https://thurrockcvs.org/current-funding-opportunities/
    Deadline for applications is 19th September 2023

  6. Young Health Ambassador Volunteer Role

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    Help Healthwatch Thurrock ensure that it listens, and learns from the voice and experience of children and young people.

    If you are interested in the role please contact admin@healthwatchthurrock.org or call us on 01375389883

  7. Raising awareness of Sepsis

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    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

  8. Know Your Numbers Week

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

  9. Better Communication with Patients survey

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    We would like to hear your experiences of receiving outpatient appointment letters. What you tell us in this survey will help more people get to the right place for treatment at the right time. Go to: https://tinyurl.com/46upstd2

  10. Opora charity for Ukrainians in the UK

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    Take a look at this charity that's helping Ukrainians sustainably rebuild their lives in the UK: https://opora.uk/

  11. Local NHS urges residents to be prepared for forthcoming Industrial action

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    Industrial Action from 7am Monday 2nd October until 7am on Thursday 5th October. For more info, go to: www.midandsouthessex.ics.nhs.uk/

  12. UK Youth Innovation Prize 2023

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    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

  13. Patient Experience of Diagnostics Survey

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    The Patients Association and Roche Diagnostics UK are working together to understand patients’ experiences of diagnostic services in the NHS. If you've used the diagnostic service in the last 6 months, please complete the survey by 7/1/24

  14. Thurrock Recovery College - Jan - March Timetable 2024

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

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

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

  16. Stories from: Thurrock Stroke Project

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    Thurrock Stroke Project is a support service for Thurrock residents who have suffered a stroke. It provides the opportunity for stroke survivors and their carers to meet together and chat over a cup of tea.
    They currently meet every Monday between 2-4pm at the United Reform Church, 31 Bradleigh Avenue. There is a £5 fee for yearly membership and a £3 a week cost to attend. They are an affiliated member of the Stroke Association.

  17. Women’s health survey

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    MSE ICS are undertaking a number of projects to improve women’s services and want to get the views of women. This survey covers everything from contraception to the menopause and everything in-between.

  18. Important information about Norovirus

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    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

  19. Find out about where to get health advice and support this bank holiday weekend

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    There are a range of NHS services available to local people over the Easter bank holiday weekend including:

    ● Pharmacy advice
    ● NHS 111 on the telephone and online
    ● Mental health support

    Visit nhs.uk for more info including local pharmacy opening times.

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

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    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.