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Work begins on major project to benefit the people of Pitsea
Today marked an important step for Pitsea with a breaking ground ceremony on a building which will be home to a brand-new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), activity space and library. The event was c...
Festive lights shine bright at local hospitals
Christmas sparkles have returned to Basildon, Southend and Broomfield hospitals, where young patients took centre stage to switch on the tree lights....
Charity funding for training equipment to improve care for premature babies
A family has raised over £33,000 to help care for critically ill babies at Basildon Hospital....
Maternity mats mean essential information is at families’ fingertips
New parents across Broomfield, Basildon and Southend Hospitals can now access everything from mealtime details to discharge guidance at their bedside - thanks to a clever new initiative developed in r...
Golden anniversary gig hits the high note for Broomfield Hospital
A packed hall in Burnham saw a 50th anniversary gig raise the roof and £1,070 for a local hospital ward, who gave excellent care to one of its founding members....
Newly extended mortuary offers dignity for families and loved ones
A major redevelopment of facilities used to care for people after they have died is helping ensure dignity for them and their loved ones....
Home prostate cancer screening trial means faster results
Testing for prostate cancer with a few drops of blood and a mobile phone could mean faster diagnosis thanks to a new ground-breaking trial. ...
Shared loss inspires award-winning bereavement lifeline
What began as a simple coffee break between two colleagues has grown into an award-winning support group that is helping hundreds of people in Southend navigate life after loss....
Improving antibiotic care is good for patients
Switching to oral antibiotics from intravenous (IV) drips in hospitals is helping Essex patients heal quicker. ...
Community Diagnostic Centre site brought to life with local schools’ mural
Pitsea Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC), due to open in spring 2027, is already becoming a focal point for community pride thanks to a new creative partnership with local schools....