The NHS is urging eligible students in the east of England to book their vital second MenB vaccine (meningococcal B) dose ahead of university starting over the next few weeks. Nearly a quarter of a million doses have now been administered nationally, with more than 37,000 jabs given in the east of England so far to […]
The NHS is urging eligible students in the east of England to book their vital second MenB vaccine (meningococcal B) dose ahead of university starting over the next few weeks. Nearly a quarter of a million doses have now been administered nationally, with more than 37,000 jabs given in the east of England so far to […]
The NHS is urging eligible people in the region to book their flu jab now as the health service starts winter preparations earlier than ever. The national booking system is now open so eligible adults in the East of England can pre-book their vaccinations in advance of the starting date to ensure they get the best […]
As thousands of young people begin to plan for life at university the NHS is encouraging them to make sure they are protected from Meningitis B. The infection can cause serious, life-threatening problems including inflammation of the lining of the brain and sepsis (blood poisoning), and in very rare cases can be fatal. Students in […]
People struggling with their mental health in the East of England are set to get help earlier and closer to home, with 17 NHS mental health centres due to open across the East of England. Backed by a share of £343 million of national funding, the initial rollout in the East of England includes 12 […]
As part of the Government’s New Hospital Programme, five NHS trusts across the east of England today confirmed they have signed contracts with building industry experts to drive forward their designs and plans as part of a new partnership model that seeks to kick start progress towards new hospital development. The ‘Hospital 2.0 Alliance’ brings […]
Thousands of students in the East of England are being urged by the NHS to book their potentially lifesaving meningitis B vaccine from today before university term starts in September. Two doses of the vaccine are needed for protection at least 28 days apart, and the first vaccination appointments will be available from Monday 20 […]
Patients across the East of England are reporting a significant rise in positive experiences at their GP practice, according to a recent survey – with improvements to NHS facilities also helping boost numbers of appointments. Results from the GP Patient Survey, published yesterday, showed more than three quarters of patients in the East of England […]
Families in the East of England are being urged to protect their children against the spread of measles and other potentially deadly childhood illnesses, as part of a new NHS vaccination drive. Children aged from 12-months to 11 years old who have missed one or both doses of the vaccine, will be invited as part […]
Almost a million more GP appointments in the East of England have been unlocked by over £12 million invested in improving NHS buildings and upgrading equipment since May 2025, according to new analysis. Nationally, more than £100 million has been used to fund almost 800 upgrades to GP surgeries across England, helping GP practices create […]
Thousands more people in the East of England who are at risk from a virus which causes pneumonia and other serious lung infections will be able to get vital protection on the NHS this autumn. From September, all adults aged 65-74 who are living with a chronic respiratory condition or who have a suppressed immune system will […]