Instant access to medical history helps health and social care professionals make informed decisions.

My Care Record ensures your info is always accessible to those who need it.

Read about this at brnw.ch/21wJFmd

#MyCareRecord

There were 1,319 cases of whooping cough in March this year, compared to 858 in the whole of 2023.

If you are pregnant, it's important to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect your newborn baby, as they are at greatest risk.

Find out more. nhs.uk/pregnancy/keep…

Regular movement helps protect our mental health. 💜 But it's not always easy to get moving everyday.

If you’d like to move more, read our tips to help you get the mental health benefits of movement: mentalhealth.org.uk/movement-tips

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MomentsForMovement

Whooping cough cases are rising in England.

If you are pregnant, it's important to get the whooping cough vaccine to protect your newborn baby, as they are at greatest risk.

Find out more. nhs.uk/pregnancy/keep…

Movement isn't just good for physical health - it's great for mental well-being too.

Being active triggers 'feel-good' hormones that reduce stress and anger and boosts mental health.

Let's make #MomentsForMovement for a healthier mind and body! 💜

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

With nearly 90 May half term holiday clubs now live to book with Essex ActivAte , take a look how parents can secure their children a space, over on our website 👇 #EssexActivAte

Find a local club and book here: activeessex.org/children-young…

Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help. They are effective, free and also available in BSL.

Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk.

It’s #WorldOvarianCancerDay . Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cancer in women in the UK. These are all symptoms of other less serious conditions but if you have them or anything else that is not normal for you, get them checked out by your doctor.

Find out more at

A free community event and walk-in children and young person vaccination clinic is taking place on 28 May between 10am and 3:30pm, at the Civic Centre, Southend. No appointment necessary – just drop-in on the day. More info: orlo.uk/CommunityEvent… Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System EPUT

#WalkThisMay with Go Jauntly by downloading their app and finding a walk near you!

With loads of different routes across #Essex to choose from, they offer brisk 30 min walks to 4 hour countryside treks.

Take a walk this #NationalWalkingMonth here: walks.gojauntly.com/walking/gb/eng…

Being aware of the symptoms of gynaecological cancer could help you or someone you know, should they experience the early signs.

The sooner cancer is noticed, the better the chances are at successful treatment: brnw.ch/21wJzmy

#WorldOvarianCancerDay #Cancer

Our next ICB Board Meeting is held on Thursday 9th May, at The Marconi Room, Chelmsford Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford.

Board papers are available to read on our website.

Register your attendance here: brnw.ch/21wJyim

It’s #DeafAwarenessWeek . Here are some communication tips to help you #BeDeafAware .

It's important to remember to ask the person you’re communicating with what their preferences are, and if they have any tips they find helpful.

For more advice, visit rnid.org.uk/information-an….

We share the sad news that our founder, boob chief, colleague, friend and queen of glittering turds, Kris, has died. Kris approached life in a creative, fun and fearless way, showing us that it is possible to live life to the full with cancer. Statement at coppafeel.org

Talking about death and dying is important. #DyingMatters AwarenessWeek encourages us to talk and support those facing the realities of dying, death, and grief. Find advice at Dying Matters - dyingmatters.org

#DyingMatters #GriefSupport #TalkAboutDying #DMAW

Community pharmacists are able to help with a number of illnesses, without the need for you to book an appointment.

If you’re struggling with an illness, get quick access to the right medical help at your local pharmacy.

Find a pharmacy here: brnw.ch/21wJuS2

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

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

Visit brnw.ch/21wJudI for more info including local pharmacy opening times.

The closing date for our weight management services survey, has now been extended to Monday 6th May.

We want to hear from men living in mid and south Essex on what changes you would like made and share your experiences of using this service.

Take part: brnw.ch/21wJtUk

To help people recognise the symptoms of Norovirus, @NHSUK has a list of symptoms and what people should do, including not visiting care homes or hospitals if they have any of the symptoms.

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wJtNt

#Norovirus

Do you need health advice over the bank holiday period?
Think 111 first.

NHS 111 is available on the phone and online 24/7 and will help you right away.

If you need urgent care, they will book you in to be seen quickly and safely: brnw.ch/21wJt59