NHS Essex

10/06/2026

Our Children’s Emergency Department (ED) reopened today (Wednesday 10 June) following completion of a major refurbishment programme. The department has returned to its original location, round the corner from the Adult’s ED.

The full update, direction video and map is available here: https://shorturl.at/qHRY3

10/06/2026

We've all seen that post that promises a miracle cure...

Not everything you see online is accurate.

Before sharing health advice, take a moment to check the source.

For trusted health information, visit the NHS website or speak to a healthcare professional.

09/06/2026

Getting the right care at the right time matters.

Thousands of people across Essex are already benefiting from faster diagnosis, treatment and care as NHS Essex works to reduce waiting times and improve access to services.

In a new blog, Sam Goldberg, our Executive Director of Commissioning explains how we’re:

✅ Investing in additional treatment capacity for 7,500 more patients this year
✅ Reducing waits for planned care
✅ Bringing more services closer to home
✅ Using digital technology to speed up diagnosis and treatment
✅ Helping hospitals, GP practices and community teams work more closely together

While there is still more to do, these improvements are already helping more people get the care they need, sooner.

Read the full blog by clicking the link in the comments.

We also want to hear from local people about what matters most to them as we continue to improve health and care services across Essex. You can complete a survey by visiting the link in comments.

09/06/2026

Southend-on-Sea City Council and NHS Essex Integrated Care Board received notification today (1 June 2026) that Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) will conduct an inspection of local area arrangements for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) from 15 June 2026 to 19 June 2026.

As part of this inspection, inspectors are seeking the views of children and young people (CYP) aged 11 to 25 with SEND, parents and carers of CYP aged 0 to 25 with SEND, and practitioners who work with CYP with SEND in education, health or care services.

Online surveys will close at 9am on Tuesday 9 June 2026 and can be found here:

• Children and Young People Survey: https://ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-CYP/10436558
• Parent/Carer Survey: https://ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-ParentCarer/10436558
• Parent/Carer Survey (Easy Read): https://ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-ParentCarer-EasyRead/10436558
• Practitioner Survey: https://ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-Practitioner/10436558

Visit this link for additional guidance: Area SEND inspections: information about ongoing inspections: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/local-area-send-inspections-information-for-families

If you cannot access the online links, or require a different format, please email [email protected]

Please share your experiences. Your views are important and will be treated in confidence.

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09/06/2026

Strike action starts from 7am Monday 15 June and runs until 7am Friday 19 June. Some NHS services will be affected.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed.

Please continue to come forward for the care you need

08/06/2026

06/06/2026

Did you know there are lots of different healthcare professionals working in your GP practice? 👩‍⚕️

Dr Taz Syed talks about some of the different roles you might come across at your practice, including physiotherapists and mental health practitioners, helping you see the right professional for your needs 💙

04/06/2026

Need help using the NHS App?

Free support is available at libraries across Essex to help you get online and access NHS services with confidence.

Essex Libraries staff can help you:

✔ Set up an NHS account
✔ Download and use the NHS App
✔ Order repeat prescriptions
✔ View appointments and test results
✔ Access trusted NHS health information
✔ Build your digital skills

Libraries also offer free computer access, free Wi-Fi and one-to-one support sessions in a friendly, welcoming environment.

If you need help setting up an NHS account, please bring:

📱 A mobile phone
🔢 Your NHS number

Whether you’re new to digital technology or just need a helping hand, support is available to help you access NHS services in a way that works for you.

Find out more and book a support session at your local library. See link in comments for more info.



Essex County Council

04/06/2026

What matters most to you when it comes to NHS care in Essex, Thurrock or Southend?

✅Faster appointments?
✅Better mental health support?
✅Care closer to home?
✅Services working better together so people do not have to repeat their story?

Complete our survey before 5pm on Tuesday 30 June and us know.

Survey link in comments.

04/06/2026

If you live in the Clacton area, Clacton PCN will be attending the SOS Community Bus on Friday 5th June, offering free health checks and support for local residents.

✅ Blood pressure checks
✅ Cholesterol checks
✅ Basic observations
✅ Health advice and support
✅ Signposting and referrals to local

📍 Parked opposite McDonald's, Pier Avenue
⏰ 10am – 2pm

Tendring District Council

🩺🚍 FREE HEALTH CHECKS & SUPPORT IN CLACTON 🚍🩺

Clacton PCN will be attending the SOS Community Bus throughout 2026, offering free health checks and support for local residents.

📍 Parked opposite McDonald's, Pier Avenue
⏰ 10am – 2pm

Our team will be available to provide:
✅ Blood pressure checks
✅ Cholesterol checks
✅ Basic observations
✅ Health advice and support
✅ Signposting and referrals to local services

No appointment needed – just come along and have a chat with the team.

📅 Upcoming dates:
• Friday 5th June
• Friday 3rd July
• Friday 11th September
• Friday 9th October
• Friday 6th November
• Friday 4th December

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙