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What is Livewell Southend?
This is Southend's health and wellbeing website. You can find information and advice on how to stay well, as well as links and contact details for people who can help. You can also find:
- community groups
- details of organisations who can support children or adults with various health and wellbeing issues
- services that can provide support for children and adults
- information, advice and guidance on local services and support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
You can also sign up for for the monthly Livewell newsletter which summarises key news and events.
Latest news
Ask About Asthma Campaign 2026
2026 marks 10 years of the #AskAboutAsthma campaign. NHS England are asking health services, schools and other organisations to set local goals to improve asthma care.
Shining a light on suicide prevention
Join us for 'Creating Hope Through Light' across Essex, 7 to 11 September.
Know Your Numbers Week: check your blood pressure
High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it can increase your risk of serious health conditions such as heart attack and stroke.

Every Mind Matters
Giving you you simple and practical advice to get a healthier mind and get more out of life.
From how to deal with stress and anxiety, to boosting your mood or sleeping better.

Find Your Local Pharmacy or GP
Visit the NHS website to looks for services available near you, such as vaccinations, mental health services and prescriptions.

NHS Health Checks
The NHS Check is like a MOT for people.
Once every five years, it measures your circulatory and vascular health. It looks for factors that could mean you are at higher risk of: diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease, stroke,dementia.