Advice and Information

As the festive period approaches, Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) are encouraging people to use health services wisely during the bank holidays.

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

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

Thurrock Carers Service are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Carers' Facilitator with Education and Employment responsibilities. Join the team on a part-time basis with a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth. Apply by 17th August 2024. For more details, contact Kelly Bacon on 01375 389864

A new website is launching in mid and south Essex to provide residents and clinicians with the latest information on palliative and end of life care.

The new Pharmacy First scheme enables your local pharmacy to treat some common conditions with prescription-only medicines, without you visiting your GP. Find out everything you need to know.

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

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

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

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

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

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

With new variants of COVID-19 in circulation, people at higher risk from the virus will be relieved to hear that this year's vaccine campaign will start sooner. Any questions please contact 01375 389883.