If you have a long-term health condition, the flu vaccine helps protect you from getting seriously ill. Speak to your GP or pharmacy, or book online at https://t.co/85pEUKvhV3 #GetWinterStrong

Quitting smoking is always worth it. For tips on how to stay motivated and smoke free, download the NHS Quit Smoking App. #Stoptober

On World Mental Health Day, we're highlighting crisis mental health support available to people across Essex. Mental health support is available 24/7 for people of all ages by calling 111 and selecting the mental health option. Read more: https://t.co/SP36YvUa4b

The COVID-19 vaccine is available for people most at risk, including older adults, care home residents and those with weakened immune systems. If you’re eligible, book your vaccine today. ⬇️ https://t.co/t68iUp76qq

You can save on average £49 a week if you quit smoking this Stoptober - track how much you save with the NHS Quit Smoking App. #Stoptober

After 72 hours your pulse, breathing, and energy levels start to return to normal, with your senses of taste and smell also improving. Find out more about the health benefits of quitting smoking on the NHS Quit Smoking website. #Stoptober

Today is the first day of Stoptober. Quitting smoking isn't easy and you don't need to do it alone. There are plenty of ways to get support, but the best way to get started is to get your free Personal Quit Plan by visiting the NHS quit smoking website.

Have you, or has someone you know, used urgent or emergency mental health services in mid and south Essex? 📝 Take the survey today: https://t.co/orcpE7aaHW 📅 Survey closes: 30 September 2025 #EssexMentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport

This week is Black Maternal Mental Health Week. We have services which can be accessed by mums struggling with their mental health. We have links with organisations who support mothers and their families of Black, African and Caribbean heritage: https://t.co/vz9LOsccp0

Help your children protect themselves from winter bugs with a flu vaccine. All children aged 2 to 16 are eligible for the vaccine - 17-year-olds who have certain long term health conditions are also eligible. 🔗 Find out more on the NHS vaccinations website. #GetWinterStrong

This week is Falls Prevention Awareness Week, and an urgent response service that helps people who have fallen at home has supported more than 2,500 patients since it launched. Read more: https://t.co/c0nrqruiTh #FallsResponse #WestEssex #FallsPreventionAwarenessWeek

Indoor and outdoor air pollution can trigger asthma. Knowing what triggers your child's asthma can help them to manage their condition. Watch this video to find out more about steps you can take to reduce the risk - https://t.co/4DfP60T0Z1 #AskAboutAsthma

Speak to your GP or asthma nurse to book a regular asthma review. They will check: * Your child's symptoms * Their medicines and inhalers * If they are using their inhaler correctly * If their action plan needs updating * Ways to manage their asthma better #AskAboutAsthma

Knowing how to use an inhaler correctly can help prevent your child needing to go to hospital. You can find videos on how to use different types of inhalers on the @BeatAsthmaUK website at https://t.co/EajscNkHa4 #AskAboutAsthma

If you’re pregnant and catch flu, you're at greater risk of developing complications such as pneumonia. A flu jab can reduce the risks and it’s safe to have the vaccine at any stage of pregnancy. Speak to your maternity team or GP about getting vaccinated. #GetWinterStrong

Meet Patch the cocker spaniel, a special member of the care team at our mental health unit in Harlow. As a therapy dog, he has brought cuddles and comfort to hundreds of patients at the Derwent Centre in Harlow for six years. @PetsAsTherapyUK

An asthma action plan has all the information you need to manage a child or young person’s asthma. Speak to a GP or asthma nurse if you do not have an asthma plan. #AskAboutAsthma

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Every 90 minutes, someone in the UK or Ireland dies by suicide, and 1 in 4 of us has had suicidal thoughts. NHS 111 provides a point of contact for anyone in urgent need of mental health support, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Protect yourself from flu this winter and book now for your free flu jab. Getting vaccinated this winter will boost your immunity and if you do catch flu, you’re likely to have milder symptoms and recover faster. 🔗 You can book online on the NHS vaccinations website.

Four steps can help children and young people to manage their asthma and live their best lives. Speak to your GP or asthma nurse if you'd like more help or information. #AskAboutAsthma