Really great seminar today - lots to reflect on, and a call for us all to take action as leaders across health and care #LGBTplusHM #underthescope - thanks for arranging Health and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network

LGBTQIA+ mental health support is better than it was. But there's still progress to be made.

So, for LGBT+ history month let's celebrate some of the amazing charities who have been supporting the LGBTQIA+ community ⬇ (1/8)

#LGBTplusHM

Could you be our Quality Nurse Support Manager?

We are looking for someone who has experience/knowledge of Primary Care, and is open to utilising and adapting new skills to ensure patient care remains a priority.

Applications close on the 13 February: brnw.ch/21wGNLj

Happy LGBT+ History Month🏳‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

This year’s theme is #UnderTheScope - a chance for us to celebrate LGBT+ people's contribution to healthcare.

Thank you to every LGBT+ person working in the NHS and our partners mid and south Essex. Your impact is invaluable.

#LGBTplusHM

It's the start of LGBT+ History Month! 🏳‍🌈

The theme this year is medicine and we’ll be sharing details of LGBTQ+ health trailblazers, resources and events across the month. Find out more 👇

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#LGBTplusHM #UnderTheScope

Are you motivated and committed to contributing to safe and effective care to enhance patient experience?

Patient Safety Partners will receive a payment of £75 for a half day and £150 for a full day.

Applications close on Tuesday 6 February, 5pm: brnw.ch/21wG3qT

Get winter strong and come forward for your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations if you’re eligible.

These vaccines will help protect you against serious illness.

More info: nhs.uk/wintervaccinat… or via the NHS App.

#COVID #Flu #WinterStrong #Vaccination

Your opinion counts, and we want to hear it.

Contribute to future local health and care services by taking part in our short survey about how your information is shared with local health and care professionals who care for you.

The survey closes today: brnw.ch/21wG4g7

Op COURAGE is here to help anyone and everyone who has served in the UK Armed Forces.

No matter your role, branch, or rank, they are here to support anyone who needs a helping hand.

No matter the day or time, put yourself first: brnw.ch/21wG3Gy

#OpCOURAGE

This growing network supports nurses and midwives who are within five years of qualification or NMC registration to develop confidence and skills in quality improvement and its application in practice. Sign up to join the network here: bit.ly/4a97Hwc #teamCNO

Did you know that if you have a long-term respiratory condition like asthma or COPD you can get your FREE flu and COVID-19 vaccines now?

More info: brnw.ch/21wEHvB

#DoYourBitEssex

Winter COVID-19 vaccinations are available.

If you are eligible, find a walk-in clinic near you by visiting our website: brnw.ch/21wEH7B

#COVID #Vaccine #DoYourBitEssex

We're delighted to announce that Tile House Surgery in Brentwood has achieved a Gold award for excellence in LGBTQ+ healthcare from the LGBT Foundation. This marks the 28th surgery in mid and south Essex to receive an award under the Pride in Practice scheme.

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A free walk-in clinic will be available on 6 December at the Civic Centre, SS2 6ER. No appointment necessary. Clinics will run from 10am–3pm and will offer COVID-19 & flu vaccinations. If you are eligible and have not yet had your vaccination please pop along. #GetWinterStrong

Well done to the winners of the Data-Driven Transformation Award Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System EPUT NHS Arden and GEM CSU! The panel felt that this was a great example of strong data analytics combined with an engaging approach. #HSJAwards

NEWSFLASH 📰📸Today at #CNOSummit2023 Deborah Sturdy and FoNS are thrilled to announce a funded Resilience based Clinical Supervision prg across England for nurses in the care sector- fons.org/learning-zone/… 🙏 to our Advisory Grp & ICB Social Care Nurse Advisory Councils who will be pivotal ❤️❤️❤️

Deputy chief nursing officer Acosia Nyanin 💙 gave her call to action to healthcare leaders #CNOSummit2023 – it is everyone’s responsibility to support patients and colleagues by promoting equity, equality, diversity and tackling discrimination.

Today is the start of #TransAwarenessWeek , an opportunity to uplift and support the voices of trans and non-binary people.

Is your network or trust planning an event or have a useful resource to share across the week? Tag us and we can share with our network and beyond 📢

Early recognition of sepsis could save lives.

Make sure you know the symptoms of sepsis.

Find out more: brnw.ch/21wDVA3

#Sepsis

At many GP surgeries, there is a range of health professionals who can help you.

In this film, three children go behind the scenes at a general practice to meet some of those health professionals.

Your general practice team is here to help you: nhs.uk/GPservices