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We are working to improve our estate to ensure that patients are being treated in safe and modern surroundings.

Several initiatives to support better feeding and nutrition in our hospitals have been implemented to improve quality of patient care.

This week is Learning Disability Week (19-25 June) and young people with learning disabilities or autism have been gaining valuable work experience thanks to a scheme at the Trust.

A pioneering procedure that has already helped over 100 patients with irregular heartbeats leave hospital more quickly after surgery has been recognised with an award.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has today published its reports into Medical Services at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. The CQC visited the Trust between January and February 2023 and inspected medical care areas.

A programme helping local people gain work and skills in healthcare has won a regional award and is in the running for a national award after it was nominated by local Members of Parliament.

A mum from Southend has raised almost £20,000 to enable Southend Hospital to purchase a new paediatric transport ventilator.

Free bikes have been distributed to Basildon Hospital staff thanks to a programme offered by local councils working with the NHS.

Around 100 Southend Hospital volunteers enjoyed a slap-up lunch of sandwiches, tea and cake as a small way of the Trust saying thank you for all their efforts.

An £8 million scheme that will help increase the size of the Emergency Department (ED) at Southend Hospital and improve patient waiting times has had its first image unveiled.