SWF Health & Social Care Group

SWF Health & Social Care Group April 2016 it was agreed by SWF Healthcare 2000 Group (SWFHC2000) and SWF Town Council (SWFTC) to form the new SWF Health & Social Care Group

As Essex has moved out of Lockdown2 into Tier 2 for COVID-19, SWF Health & Social Care Group continues to work collaboratively with the Town’s GPs and Pharmacists. We also answer referrals from the national GoodSAM, Essex Wellbeing & Chelmsford Community Support Services. We’re glad the last month seems to have stopped the growth in cases of this terrible virus, and the NHS continues to cope with

all other needs. Thanks to Chelmsford Community Hub/CVS we have emergency resources for the next few months; since 23 March we’ve delivered over 4450 tasks. The approval of the first Covid vaccination is great news; plans are being made for the delivery of this for our area and arrangements will be announced shortly. We’re providing health & social care support, information and signposting to patients & people in SWF and surrounds who are at risk, isolating & staying at home, and are without a local support network. If you need help or have queries about any local health and social care issues you may find relevant information on our website https://swfhealthsocial.co.uk/ ; if you need help or information please don’t hesitate to contact us on [email protected] . For those without internet access a voicemail can be left on the Chair’s work line 01245 322079 which is monitored daily. Best wishes to everyone; Hands-Face-Space; stay safe, protect our NHS, save lives.

An update from SWF Health & Social Care GroupThe Measles outbreak continues in north London and West Midlands. It’s spre...
06/07/2026

An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

The Measles outbreak continues in north London and West Midlands. It’s spread into East of England. Parents should get children vaccinated and check children’s vaccination status. In 2026 to 22 June 801 English measles cases have been confirmed (959 in whole of 2025), an increase of 65 cases since the last report on 8 June, mostly driven by the North London outbreak....

The Measles outbreak continues in north London and West Midlands. It’s spread into East of England. Parents should get children vaccinated and check children’s vaccination status.  In 2026 to …

YELLOW heat health alert updated for the East of EnglandThe yellow heat health alert is in effect from 12PM on 04/07/202...
06/07/2026

YELLOW heat health alert updated for the East of England

The yellow heat health alert is in effect from 12PM on 04/07/2026 until 8PM on 11/07/2026 across the East of England. The yellow alert has a matrix score of 7. This means: Minor impacts are likely across health and social care services, including: increased use of healthcare services by vulnerable people greater risk to life of vulnerable people increased potential for indoor environments to become very warm water-related incidents may increase, including risks from cold-water shock and drowning

The yellow heat health alert is in effect from 12PM on 04/07/2026 until 8PM on 11/07/2026 across the East of England. The yellow alert has a matrix score of 7. This means:Minor impac…

Essex doctors pilot new test to detect oesophageal cancer risk earlierWelcome to our NHS Essex news round up. This regul...
06/07/2026

Essex doctors pilot new test to detect oesophageal cancer risk earlier

Welcome to our NHS Essex news round up. This regular email series brings you the latest news on how the ICB is making health services better for people in Essex. Find out about our work on prevention, bringing care closer to home and reducing health inequalities. To read the full bulletin please click here

Welcome to our NHS Essex news round up. This regular email series brings you the latest news on how the ICB is making health services better for people in Essex. Find out about our work on preventi…

An update from our hospitals – World first for heart trialTo read the full update including: World first for heart trial...
06/07/2026

An update from our hospitals – World first for heart trial

To read the full update including: World first for heart trialIntern successWards in motionSickle cell successRe-naming ceremonyHidden heroes please click here

To read the full update including:World first for heart trialIntern successWards in motionSickle cell successRe-naming ceremonyHidden heroes please click here

What are ticks and how can you avoid being bitten?Ticks are parasites that can transmit infections to humans, including ...
06/07/2026

What are ticks and how can you avoid being bitten?

Ticks are parasites that can transmit infections to humans, including Lyme disease, Alpha-gal syndrome and tick-borne encephalitis. Visit our blog post to find answers to common questions about ticks, the risks they pose, and how to protect yourself. Read the new post:

Ticks are parasites that can transmit infections to humans, including Lyme disease, Alpha-gal syndrome and tick-borne encephalitis. Visit our blog post to find answers to common questions about tic…

What is Lyme disease and how is it diagnosed and treated?Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted t...
06/07/2026

What is Lyme disease and how is it diagnosed and treated?

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks, usually outdoors in green spaces. It is most commonly reported in the south of England and London, although cases are seen across the country. Read the new post:

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted to humans through the bite of infected ticks, usually outdoors in green spaces. It is most commonly reported in the south of England an…

Healthwatch Essex is hosting an Armed Forces Community eventTo read the latest bulletin please click here
06/07/2026

Healthwatch Essex is hosting an Armed Forces Community event

To read the latest bulletin please click here

To read the latest bulletin please click here

An update from SWF Health & Social Care GroupIt’s wonderful Resident Doctors called off their strike. Whilst there is no...
30/06/2026

An update from SWF Health & Social Care Group

It’s wonderful Resident Doctors called off their strike. Whilst there is no extra money for this year, the offer is said to propose faster increases in pay scales next year. Additionally, 4,500 extra training places are promised for newly qualified doctors and doctors’ exam fees will be covered. We commend both sides for this and beg the BMA members to accept....

It’s wonderful Resident Doctors called off their strike. Whilst there is no extra money for this year, the offer is said to propose faster increases in pay scales next year. Additionally, 4,500 ext…

How to keep cool and stay well during hot weatherDuring the summer, many of us enjoy the longer days, warmer evenings, a...
25/06/2026

How to keep cool and stay well during hot weather

During the summer, many of us enjoy the longer days, warmer evenings, and time outdoors. But warmer weather also brings real risks to health, especially when temperatures climb higher than usual. Read the new post:

During the summer, many of us enjoy the longer days, warmer evenings, and time outdoors. But warmer weather also brings real risks to health, especially when temperatures climb higher than usual. R…

RED heat health alert extended for the East of EnglandThe red heat health alert is in effect from 4PM on 24/06/2026 unti...
25/06/2026

RED heat health alert extended for the East of England

The red heat health alert is in effect from 4PM on 24/06/2026 until 11PM on 26/06/2026 across the East of England. The red alert has a matrix score of 16. This means: Severe impacts are expected across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, including: increased risk to life across the whole population, with significant impacts on older people…...

The red heat health alert is in effect from 4PM on 24/06/2026 until 11PM on 26/06/2026 across the East of England. The red alert has a matrix score of 16. This means:Severe impacts a…

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