🎁 TOY DRIVE 🎁 @SouthendCityC's Toy Drive is now in its 12th year, and is continuing to spread joy to children who might otherwise go without. 🧸💝✨ Find more info about how to get involved on our website 👇👇 https://t.co/0Hnysf6XlQ

This Thursday Brook Southend are talking about HIV and PrEP Awareness for #WorldAIDSDay in collaboration with #SAVS 🩸 Join our FREE online session where we'll discuss all the key info you need to know about #PrEP. Book your place via the link here —> https://t.co/Zk6GmObWst

Flu activity has risen unusually early this season, with many cases seen in teens & younger children. 📈 If you've received a consent form from your child’s school for their free NHS nasal flu vaccine, don’t forget to sign it, pack it & hand it back to your child’s school. 🏫📝

Between Friday 14th November and Wednesday 19th November 2025, resident doctors with be taking 5 days of strike action. Some top tips for residents at this time can be found on our website here: https://t.co/MRI2Qve3mg

Poppies on the Pier is now open 🌺 From today until 16 Nov walk the 1.33-mile pier and experience the UK’s largest Remembrance art installation. Learn more: https://t.co/OjKzTfR8wp

Have you been wondering about the Cubbie and how it can help with sensory regulation? Join the Cubbie drop in morning on 18th November 10am to 12pm on the 1st floor of the Victoria Shopping Centre. Find our more: https://t.co/jUZqiLL98J @SouthendCityC

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Contact your GP practice if you are experiencing any of these signs and symptoms of lung cancer. It’s probably nothing serious, but early diagnosis and treatment can save lives.

Congratulations! You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good. To keep on track, have look at some tips on how to stay quit here: https://t.co/RwArio7nmc

Measles is spreading in the East of England with 1 in 10 kids under 5 not receiving both MMR doses. Two doses = 99% protection. Use half-term to book and visit your GP, or join us at our free community vaccine event on the 29th October at the Forum 10 - 4. https://t.co/midZgL4lvS

Free jabs, friendly faces, and no appointment needed! 29 Oct | 10am–4pm The Forum, Southend SS1 1NS For children, students (12–25), maternity patients & older adults. Let’s protect Southend together. Vaccine info for all life stages on the NHS website: https://t.co/1KoluPjuuC

Don't quit quitting! Just one more week until you're five times more likely to quit for good 🎉 Until then, have a look at some tips on how to stay strong and #keepgoing - https://t.co/9uUSdxafti

Happy #Diwali to everyone celebrating in Southend and around the world. As a reminder, if you are celebrating with fireworks, please consider only setting these off during early evening hours, ideally between 7pm and 9pm: https://t.co/iXRWZpbENd #FestivalOfLights #HappyDeepavali

Yes, we said the ‘C’ word… Christmas! 🎄 We are thrilled to launch our 12th annual Toy Drive! 🎁 Over the past 11 years, our community’s generosity has brought joy to countless local children. For details on how to get involved in the Toy Drive, visit: https://t.co/GH3TB7tnEq

Free jabs, friendly faces, and no appointment needed! 29 Oct | 10am–4pm The Forum, Southend SS1 1NS For children, students (12–25), maternity patients & older adults. Let’s protect Southend together. Vaccine info for all life stages on the NHS website: https://t.co/3PTmd5E5EQ

Back in June, the Occupation Therapy team at @SouthendCityC launched AskSara. This great online tool offers those seeking support, a self-help guide and advice/information about equipment and products that make daily living easier. To find out more: https://t.co/hL8ltvHXsM

95% of ex-smokers see positive changes in their life as early as 2 weeks after quitting - so just imagine how good it would be after 4! Halfway there, you are incredible 🙌 Remember, if you need our support, reach out to Everyone Health: https://t.co/tDIeVv6o33

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.

October is #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth. Despite being the fastest growing cause of cancer death in the UK, liver cancer is often overlooked. Help us raise awareness through October. Find out how to get involved here: https://t.co/YcW8iGTMJo @livewellonsea @SouthendCityC

📣 Southend SEND Information Day – 6 Nov 2025 Parent carers & professionals are invited to drop in anytime between 9am–3pm at Southend Civic Centre. To find out more visit: https://t.co/RbPIyxjyz9

Quitting smoking is always worth it. For tips on how to stay motivated and smoke free, download the NHS Quit Smoking App. Visit: https://t.co/gVAcE5Tt4e for more information.