Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather
Summer health advice is especially important during periods of hot weather, as high temperatures can affect your health and wellbeing.
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New NHS babies, children and young people engagement page
Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board have launched a new engagement page focused on improving services for babies, children and young people.
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New home to school travel assistance policy published
The new Home to School Travel Assistance Policy has now been published.
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Southend Youth Council shortlisted for The MJ Awards 2025
Southend-on-Sea City Council congratulates Southend Youth Council on their outstanding achievement in being shortlisted for the Community Engagement category of The MJ Achievement Awards 2025.
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Anxiety and worries about going to school guide
A booklet has been developed to help parent carers understand the support available for children and young people that may be at risk of Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) within Southend.
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Rooms available to hire at Little Heroes ASD Support Group Hub
Little Heroes ASD Support Group have 3 rooms available to hire, each with a unique quality.
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Enhancing the future for young people with SEND in Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea City Council is developing a Preparing for Adulthood Strategy for children and young people with SEND.
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Free audiobooks for under 25's with SEND
Free audiobooks to children and young people under 25 years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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A Conversation with Tracey Meddle: Championing Vision Support
Interview with Tracey Meddle, an Eye Clinic Liaison Officer (ECLO) highlighting the importance of VI awareness training for hospital staff and the benefits of registering for vision impairment.
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Think pharmacy first
Going to your local pharmacy offers an easy and convenient way to get clinical advice on minor health concerns.
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My Care Bridge - online portal for autism and ADHD referrals for children and young people
Services in mid and south Essex are working together to improve the experiences of families while they await an autism and/or ADHD assessment