Movement is a great stress-reliever, but it's tough to prioritise during busy times. Start small, gradually increase activity, and pick something enjoyable. You'll be more likely to stick with it. 💚

For more tips, visit 👉 bit.ly/48Q9nZR

If you are aged 75 or over or have a weakened immune system, you can now book your seasonal COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App.

Visit nhs.uk/book-vaccine.

The NHS bowel cancer screening kit can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong.

The kit is automatically posted to everyone aged 56 to 74, and the programme is expanding to include those aged 50 to 55 by 2025.

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Nine in ten people survive bowel cancer if diagnosed at the earliest stage.

Symptoms include:
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blood in your poo
- Change in bowel habit
- Discomfort in your tummy

Read more: brnw.ch/21wIMWd

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth #Cancer @BowelCancerUK

Fact: Hot flushes are the most visible and common symptom of the perimenopause but are by no means the only one. Everyone’s experience of menopause is different – some experience a couple of symptoms while others will experience almost all of them.
🖱️ brook.org.uk/your-life/meno…

It's #IBSAwarenessMonth . Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhoea, and constipation.

There's no cure, but diet and lifestyle changes can help control symptoms.

For more advice, visit nhs.uk/conditions/irr…

The consultation on changes to services at local hospitals in mid and south Essex has now closed.

Thank you to everyone that took part. An independent draft report highlighting the findings of the consultation will be published in late spring 2024.

Brook's new integrated sexual health service in Thurrock is now live! Brook Thurrock provides free, confidential, non-judgemental support to people of all ages.

🏥 To access online services or to book an appointment visit: brook.org.uk/thurrock

This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth , Bowel Cancer UK want you to know this #OneThing – the earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

Learn more: bowelcanceruk.org.uk/about-bowel-ca…

It's #WorldParkinsonsDay .

Parkinson's disease is a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years.

Learn more about this condition.
nhs.uk/conditions/par…

There are a range of ways to feel more connected:
- Joining a new club
- Reaching out to a friend
- Going for a run

Loneliness. It’s a part of life. Let’s talk about it.
For support and advice: brnw.ch/21wIHjt

#EveryMindMatters

Join this EPUT virtual jobs fair on April 24......

Your next poo could save your life. Detecting bowel cancer at the earliest stage makes you up to nine times more likely to survive.

If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Know your health rights this #WorldHealthDay .

If your GP refers you to a specialist, they’ll give you choices of where to go, based on what's best for you.

It's your Patient Choice.

Find out more 👇

We would like to wish everyone in mid and south Essex who is celebrating, a blessed Eid al-Fitr 🕌☪️

Your next poo could save your life. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off.

➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK.

Here are the main symptoms. Other health problems can cause similar symptoms – but it’s important to get them checked by a GP if you have any symptoms for 3 weeks or more.

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

April is #AdenomyosisAwarenessMonth .

Adenomyosis is a condition where the lining of the womb starts growing into the muscle wall of the womb.

Find out more about symptoms and treatment options. nhs.uk/conditions/ade…

Community pharmacies can now treat patients for seven common conditions without a GP prescription 💊

Check the age eligibility for each condition 👇

More information: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyf…

Feeling stressed sometimes is normal, but it's essential to know when it's becoming a problem. Too much stress can affect your mind and body.

To help you manage stress better during #StressAwarenessMonth , here are our tips 👉bit.ly/4an2uka